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Dry Eye Treatment in Mentor

Offering Lasting Relief For Dry, Itchy & Gritty Eyes

(440) 946-8809

Tired of your eyes constantly watering?

Want to find a solution for your red, dry, itchy eyes?

Dry eye disease can seriously harm your quality of life. It can cause severe irritation and even infection in severe cases.

Symptoms of dry eye disease include:

  • Red, dry eyes
  • Itchiness in and around the eye
  • A gritty-feeling in the eye
  • Light sensitivity
  • Excessive watering of the eyes

Visit Family Eyecare Clinic - Mentor for effective and lasting dry eye relief.

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How Dry Eye Disease Develops & How to Treat It

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Dry eye disease is an increasingly common eye condition that can happen either because the eye is not producing enough tears, or because tears are evaporating too quickly, leaving the eyes without enough moisture to function comfortably.

This can happen for several reasons including allergies, side effects from medications, hormonal changes, and illness.

Depending on the cause and exact symptoms of your dry eyes, our Mentor eye doctors will be able to prescribe treatments and medications aimed at increasing the amount of tears your eye produces and/or slowing the evaporation of tears to better hydrate your eyes.


What Are the Main Causes of Dry Eye?

  • Aging

    Dry eye disease tends to affect people over the age of 50. This is because tear production slows as we age. As the lacrimal glands produce fewer tears, dry eye develops.

  • Hormonal changes

    It's not uncommon for some women to experience dry eye symptoms during pregnancy, menopause, or while using birth control pills. That's because hormone imbalances can reduce tear production.

  • Autoimmune disease

    Certain autoimmune diseases, like Sjögren’s syndrome, can cause white blood cells to attack your tear glands, thus reducing tear production. Other diseases like arthritis, lupus, and diabetes can also cause poor or insufficient tear production.

  • Medications

    Certain medications can reduce mucus production (one of the 3 tear components) thus contributing to chronic dry eye.

    They include antihistamines, antidepressants, diuretics, and beta-blockers.

Note that this is just a handful of causes. There are many other factors that can contribute to dry eye, including pollution and dry air, allergies, poor tear quality, dehydration, contact lens wear, and more.


Dry Eyes FAQs

Can I still wear contact lenses if I have dry eye syndrome?

Yes, some people can still wear contact lenses with dry eye syndrome. However, depending on its severity, you may need to carefully select the adequate contact lens for optimal clarity and comfort.

Oftentimes, because contact lenses sit on the eye, it's difficult for vital oxygen to reach the eye. This can worsen dry eye symptoms, and increase the risk of scratching or otherwise damaging your eye. Make sure to ask your eye doctor which contact lenses are most adapted to your condition.

Can dry eye syndrome be cured?

Unfortunately, there is no known cure for dry eye syndrome. There are, however, many treatment options that offer lasting dry eye relief.

Can dry eye syndrome cause blindness?

In rare extreme cases, dry eye syndrome can cause corneal ulcers. These ulcers can result in scarring on the eye, making it difficult for the cornea to focus light accurately. If left untreated, corneal ulcers and the associated scarring can result in blindness.

How can I prevent dry eye symptoms?

Below are a few tips that will help prevent dry eye symptoms:

  • Point fans, heaters, and air vents so that they don’t directly blow into your eyes
  • Eat foods high in omega-3 fatty acids
  • Stay properly hydrated
  • Take breaks during long tasks, especially those that require extended visual focus
Patient Reviews
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- Oct. 02, 2024
They treat you as a person and not a number. Very nice facility and staff.
- Oct. 02, 2024
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- Sep. 24, 2024
Dr. Kane was very thorough and took the time to listen and answer my questions completely. The ladie... s behind the counter are kind and helpful. Great job. Highly recommend.
- Sep. 10, 2024
Great staff Exceptional doctors
- Aug. 06, 2024
Thorough exam. Everyone was so kind to me and my children.
- Jul. 15, 2024
Thanks to Dr Kane who was thorough and efficient during my exam. Priscilla was great in helping me t... o select a new pair of glasses!
- May. 24, 2024
A high level of professionalism, skill and quality customer service exhibited by everyone!
- May. 14, 2024
First visit and service was great. All of the staff were very knowledgeable and very thorough.
- May. 08, 2024
Friendly, efficient service. Great staff!
- May. 07, 2024
Dr. Kane is the consumant professional with a sense of humor to ease the patients nerves.
- May. 05, 2024
Dr Tedesco is thorough and impressive!
- Apr. 09, 2024
I would strongly recommend Dr Brian Kane and his staff for all of your vision needs
- Apr. 01, 2024
Great place. Only complaint I have is that I paid a lot for my glasses only for them to be made wron... g and had to wait another two weeks. I hope I don’t get charged for her mistake. The girl that measured me for my glass frames was very impatient she should have a different job. I was pushed along and felt like she was too busy. She was not helpful at all.
- Feb. 15, 2024
Very kind and thorough
- Feb. 11, 2024
Super nice Eye Care clinic. Dr. Kane is #1. Very professional and respectful staff too.
- Feb. 06, 2024
Great staff, nice shop, efficient processes - go here!
- Jan. 31, 2024
Excellent office staff. Dr. Carusone was attentive and answered any questions. Great yearly eye appo... intment!
- Dec. 21, 2023
Great people and services
- Dec. 20, 2023
Wonderful staff, very professional and friendly. My exam was thorough and selection of glasses is gr... eat too 🙂
- Dec. 09, 2023
Great selection and friendly staff!

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Dry Eyes Treatment in Mentor

Our optometry practice in Mentor

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Hours
  • Monday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Thursday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • EyeMed
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • MetLife

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