Dry Eye Treatment in Houston, TX

Dry, irritated eyes can interfere with daily activities, making it difficult to work, read, or wear contact lenses comfortably. At Ella Eyes in Houston, TX, we provide personalized dry eye treatment using advanced technology to address the underlying causes of discomfort. Our goal is to improve tear quality, support healthy eye function, and help you experience lasting relief.

What Causes Dry Eye?

Dry eye occurs when your eyes do not produce enough tears or when tears evaporate too quickly. One common cause is meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), which affects the oil-producing glands along your eyelids. When these glands become blocked or stop functioning properly, tears evaporate faster, causing irritation. Other contributing factors include prolonged screen use, aging, certain medications, environmental conditions, and eyelid inflammation.
Common dry eye symptoms include burning, redness, excessive tearing, blurry vision, light sensitivity, and a gritty sensation.

Comprehensive Dry Eye Evaluations

At Ella Eyes, we begin with a thorough evaluation to identify what's causing your dry eye symptoms. Our Houston eye doctors assess your tear film, eyelid health, and meibomian gland function to determine the most appropriate treatment approach. Understanding the source of your discomfort allows us to develop a personalized treatment plan rather than simply managing symptoms with artificial tears.

Our Advanced Dry Eye Treatment Options

We offer several advanced dry eye treatments in Houston designed to improve tear film stability, address inflammation, and support healthier meibomian gland function.

• OptiLight IPL: Uses controlled pulses of intense pulsed light to help reduce inflammation associated with meibomian gland dysfunction. This treatment may improve tear film stability and relieve dry eye symptoms in eligible patients.

• LipiFlow Thermal Pulsation: Combines controlled heat and gentle pressure to help clear blocked meibomian glands and improve the flow of natural oils into the tear film.

• TearCare: Uses wearable eyelid-warming technology to loosen hardened oils within the meibomian glands, allowing them to be expressed and supporting healthier tear production.

• Low-Level Light Therapy (LLLT): Uses specialized light wavelengths to help address eyelid inflammation and support meibomian gland function, potentially improving dry eye symptoms.

• TriLift: Uses muscle stimulation technology to support eyelid function and more complete blinking, which may help distribute tears more evenly across the eye's surface.

Our eye doctors determine which treatments are appropriate based on your symptoms, examination findings, and individual needs.

Personalized Dry Eye Management

Advanced in-office treatments may be combined with additional therapies to improve comfort and maintain results. Depending on your condition, we may recommend lubricating eye drops, prescription medications, warm compresses, eyelid hygiene, or punctal plugs to help retain moisture. Because dry eye is often a chronic condition, follow-up visits may be recommended to assess your progress and adjust your treatment plan as needed.

Schedule Your Dry Eye Consultation in Houston, TX

If you're experiencing persistent dryness, burning, irritation, or blurry vision, schedule an evaluation with Ella Eyes to discuss personalized dry eye treatment in Houston, TX.

Ella Eyes
1325 S Voss Road
Houston, TX 77057
Phone: (832) 843-2727