woman with dry eye in front of a computer

Dry Eye Treatment in White House

Offering Lasting Relief For Dry, Itchy & Gritty Eyes

(615) 672-6896

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 Community EyeCare for effective and lasting dry eye relief.

lady with dry eyes

How Dry Eye Disease Develops & How to Treat It

man with dry eye sneeze

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 White House 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
4.9
241 Reviews
5
4
3
2
1
- Sep. 17, 2024
Great staff and knowledgeable service! Two years as patient / customer and will keep coming!
- Sep. 10, 2024
Community eye care is the best. Had a eye exam today . The whole staff is caring and knowledgeable... . Thank you
- Jul. 25, 2024
No long waits, friendly staff, up to date and very clean equipment . Dr DeHaven is very nice, very p... rofessional, and answers any questions you have.
- Jul. 24, 2024
Wonderful eye care place...everyone from the front to the back is amazing, professional, and respect... ful of your time.
- Jul. 15, 2024
Clean and helpful at Community Eyecare. Love the Costa sunglasses had to take a picture with them!
- Jul. 06, 2024
They are the best eye care in White House!
- Jun. 21, 2024
Nice people and great at what they do!
- May. 11, 2024
Been going here for years. Don't just recommend to friends but recommended you to my wife.
- May. 04, 2024
Highly recommend Community Eye Care. The staff is kind and helpful and Dr. DeHaven is the best! You ... won’t regret giving them a try.
- May. 02, 2024
Great place.
- Apr. 30, 2024
We love Dr. DeHaven & the staff at Community Eye Care. They are always so friendly and helpful!
- Apr. 26, 2024
Knowledgeable, courteous staff and friendly staff!
- Mar. 26, 2024
Very Very good people.
- Mar. 13, 2024
Doc Hank and his staff was incredible... I have an issue with my eye lid glands and they provided me... with this therapy for just twenty bucks... And since my vision insurance wasn't in thier system they cut me a deal of just $98 cash...!!! So one just can't be a great vision exam for that...!!! He explained everything to me that made total sense and I really appreciate that...!!! Thanks to the intire team for a excellent experience...!!! Thanks again Joe
- Feb. 20, 2024
Dr. DeHaven and his staff are always extremely friendly and helpful. I have never had a bad experien... ce at this office. My questions and concerns regarding my eye care are listened to, and addressed. I highly recommend their services.
- Feb. 02, 2024
Very nice and personal. Will definitely be back as long as our insurance covers
- Jan. 11, 2024
Dr. DeHaven is a good and thorough doctor and answers all questions you may have. The staff are very... nice and professional.
- Dec. 20, 2023
Wonderful place. The whole staff is great. Everyone works with me to get my eye exam done and helped... me order the right glasses.
- Dec. 16, 2023
I have been coming to Community Eyecare for years. There is always a friendly face to greet you. Dr ... Dehaven is very thorough and takes a personal interest in his patients. Mrs. Connie has been there since I started going there. She always has a smile.
- Dec. 09, 2023
I've been coming here for years and always love it. The staff is friendly, the environment is clean,... just a great place to get my eye exams or new glasses. I want to personally give a shoutout to Jessie. She's always been my go to when I come here and she's always so nice.

View All 241 Reviews

Dry Eyes Treatment in White House

Our optometry practice in White House

Photograph of Lavanya Tammareddi
Hours
  • Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Spectera
  • Eye Med
  • Superior Vision
  • Davis Vision
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield

senior couple with dry eye

Don't suffer in silence

Contact us for lasting dry eye relief!

(615) 672-6896