Find Relief for Dry, Irritated Eyes
Do your eyes feel dry, irritated, or constantly tired? You’re not alone—dry eye disease is a common but often overlooked condition that affects people of all ages. Whether it’s caused by screen time, the environment, or underlying health issues, dry eye can impact your comfort and vision.
At Clarity Optometry, we go beyond basic eye drops to offer modern diagnostics and personalized treatments like punctal plugs and meibomian gland expression to target the root cause of your symptoms.
Relief is possible—let’s find the right solution for you! Contact us to book your dry eye consultation today.
What Is Dry Eye?
Dry eye occurs when your eyes don’t produce enough quality tears to keep them properly lubricated. This can lead to discomfort, inflammation, and vision issues. Your tear film is made up of 3 layers:
- The oily outer layer
- The watery middle layer
- The inner mucus layer
Dry eye is often linked to tear layer issues and meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), where the oil glands in your eyelids become blocked, preventing proper tear production.
Common Symptoms of Dry Eye
Dry eye can come with different symptoms, including:
- Stinging or scratchy sensation
- Redness and irritation
- Watery eyes (a response to dryness)
- Blurry or fluctuating vision
- Light sensitivity
- A feeling of something in your eye
Our team works with you during your dry eye screening to get to the bottom of your symptoms and find the right treatment option.
What Causes Dry Eye?
A variety of factors can contribute to dry eye, including:
- Aging: Tear production naturally decreases with age
- Digital eye strain: Reduced blinking while using screens can lead to dryness
- Environmental conditions: Wind, air conditioning, and dry climates can worsen symptoms
- Contact lens wear: Prolonged wear can reduce tear film stability
- Certain medications: Antihistamines, antidepressants, and birth control can reduce tear production
- Autoimmune disorders: Conditions like Sjögren’s syndrome can affect tear glands
Our Dry Eye Diagnostics
We use comprehensive testing to assess your tear film quality and determine the best course of action for treatment. Our diagnostic methods include:
- Dyes/staining: Helps identify damaged areas of the eye
- Schirmer’s test: Measures tear production levels
- Subjective tear break-up time (TBUT): Evaluates how quickly tears evaporate
- Dilation: Allows for a deeper examination of the overall health of your eyes
In-Office Therapies
For long-term relief, we offer targeted treatments to address the root cause of dry eye. These modern therapies can help restore tear quality and improve comfort.
- Meibomian gland expression: Clears blocked glands to improve tear quality
- Eyelid debridement: Removes debris that may be affecting oil gland function
- Punctal plugs: Tiny inserts that help retain moisture by blocking tear drainage
At-Home Treatments & Products
Managing dry eye doesn’t stop at the clinic—our recommended at-home solutions can support and extend the benefits of in-office treatments for lasting relief.
- Medicated eye drops: Prescription drops can help increase natural tear production
- Eye masks and eyelid sprays: Soothing treatments to ease irritation and improve hydration
- Omega-3 supplements: Supports healthy tear production and reduces inflammation
Dry Eye Products to Support Your Comfort
At Clarity Optometry & Vision Care, we offer a variety of trusted dry eye products to help relieve symptoms and improve eye health, including:
- Alcon: Advanced eye drops and treatments designed to soothe and hydrate dry eyes
- Thea: Specialized formulations targeting inflammation and tear film stability
- Labtician: Quality lubricating drops for daily comfort and moisture
- Candor Vision: Innovative products to protect and nourish irritated eyes
- NutraSea: Omega-3 supplements that help reduce inflammation and support tear production
Our team will help you select the best products tailored to your specific dry eye needs for lasting relief and improved comfort.
Address Your Dry Eyes Today
Living with dry eyes doesn’t have to be your reality. At Clarity Optometry, we offer both modern in-office treatments and effective at-home solutions tailored to your needs.
Our team is dedicated to providing personalized care that addresses the root cause of your dry eye symptoms. Contact us to book your dry eye consultation today.
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Our office is conveniently located on College Ave West, next to the Guelph Campus Co-operative and across from the OVC Small Animal Clinic. We offer plenty of parking right in front of our clinic. To access our lot, turn onto Borden St., drive behind the building, and circle around to park in front!
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- 21 College Ave West
- Guelph, ON N1G 1R7
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- Phone: 519-822-2710
- Fax: 519-822-7877
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Clarity Optometry & Vision Care
- 21 College Ave West
- Guelph, ON N1G 1R7
- Phone: 519-822-2710
- Fax: 519-822-7877