Dry Eye
Dry Eye Disease Treatment at Premier Florida Vision
Find Lasting Relief from Dry, Burning, or Irritated Eyes
If you’re struggling with burning, stinging, or tired eyes—or noticing blurred vision that gets worse throughout the day—you may be suffering from Dry Eye Disease. This common yet often underdiagnosed condition affects millions of Americans and can make everyday activities like reading, driving, or using digital screens uncomfortable. At Premier Florida Vision, our experienced ophthalmologists specialize in diagnosing and treating chronic dry eye with precision technology and customized care plans designed to restore comfort and protect your long-term eye health.
What Is Dry Eye Disease?
Dry Eye Disease, also called Dry Eye Syndrome, occurs when the eyes do not produce enough tears or when the tears evaporate too quickly. A healthy tear film is made up of three layers—oil, water, and mucus—that work together to keep the eye’s surface lubricated and clear. When any part of this system is disrupted, the result is inflammation, irritation, and a feeling of dryness that may become progressively worse if left untreated.
Common symptoms include:
- Burning, stinging, or itching sensations
- Grittiness or the feeling of “something in your eye”
- Redness or light sensitivity
- Blurred or fluctuating vision
- Excessive tearing (a reflex response to dryness)
- Fatigue or discomfort after reading or screen time
Without proper treatment, chronic dry eye can lead to damage of the corneal surface, recurrent infections, and in severe cases, vision loss. That’s why early diagnosis and ongoing management are essential.
Comprehensive Diagnosis with Advanced Technology
At Premier Florida Vision, we use state-of-the-art diagnostic tools to pinpoint the cause and severity of your dry eye symptoms. Our comprehensive dry eye evaluations may include:
Measures tear stability and salt concentration.
Evaluates the glands that produce the oil layer of your tears, which often become blocked in meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD).
Identifies microscopic damage or inflammation.
Determines how long your tears stay on the eye before evaporating.
These tests allow our team to distinguish between evaporative dry eye, aqueous-deficient dry eye, and mixed-type dry eye, enabling us to design a treatment plan that targets the root cause rather than just masking symptoms.
Personalized Treatment Options for Dry Eye Relief
Because every case of dry eye is different, our ophthalmologists create individualized treatment plans that may include both in-office therapies and at-home management strategies. Your customized care plan may involve:
- Prescription eye drops such as Restasis®, Xiidra®, or Vevye™ to improve tear production and reduce inflammation.
- Punctal plugs to help your eyes retain natural moisture by reducing tear drainage.
- Amniotic membrane therapy to promote healing of the ocular surface in more advanced cases.
- Autologous serum eye drops, made from your own blood serum, for patients with severe or treatment-resistant dry eye.
- Nutritional support and lifestyle recommendations, including omega-3 supplementation and strategies to minimize environmental triggers.
For patients with chronic or persistent symptoms, Premier Florida Vision also offers non-surgical and in-office procedures designed to unclog meibomian glands, improve tear film quality, and restore long-term ocular comfort.
Experience Clear, Comfortable Vision Again
At Premier Florida Vision, our goal is to help you see—and feel—your best. Whether your symptoms are mild or severe, our dry eye specialists will take the time to understand your concerns and create a plan that delivers real, lasting relief.
If you’re searching for a dry eye specialist in Plantation, Fort Lauderdale, or the South Florida area, call 954-792-6411 or visit premierfloridavision.com to schedule your comprehensive dry eye evaluation today.
Let our team help you rediscover the comfort of clear, healthy vision.