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Dry Eye Treatment in White House

Offering Lasting Relief For Dry, Itchy & Gritty Eyes

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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.

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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 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 Treatment in White House

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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
  • Nov. 23 Closed
  • Dec. 25 Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Spectera
  • Eye Med
  • Superior Vision
  • Davis Vision
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Patient Reviews
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- Sep. 11, 2023
Always take care of my needs...
- Sep. 06, 2023
Our whole family loves Dr. DeHaven and all of his amazing and very friendly staff!
- Sep. 01, 2023
Very Friendly and knowledgeable.
- Aug. 29, 2023
Great place for eye care! Professional & thorough staff!
- Aug. 10, 2023
They all go way above and beyond. Superior customer service. Highly recommend.
- Aug. 10, 2023
The entire office is so great and the Dr. is kind and knowledgable!
- Aug. 06, 2023
Dr. DeHaven and his staff are fantastic to work with! We’ve been seeing them since we moved here i... n 2014 and have always found everyone easy to work with and supportive of our needs.
- Aug. 02, 2023
Dr. DeHaven is the best. You can tell he genuinely cares about your vision. He doesn’t rush in and... rush out like a lot of doctors do these days.
- Jul. 23, 2023
Very nice, friendly office staff and Dr. They got me in for a problem within 1 day. They also have ... a great selection of glasses to choose from.
- Jul. 06, 2023
I needed new glasses do to a coating coming off my old glasses. They took care of it and got my new ... glasses in about a week & a half. Great service!
- Jun. 29, 2023
Loved Dr. Jessica Hines-Beard! She took the time to explain everything while doing the exam and answ... ered all my questions.
- Jun. 09, 2023
Dr DeHaven performs a very thorough eye exam and is friendly which I believe is important for excell... ent patient care. They are also very caring in helping you pick out the right glasses. I have been going to Community Eye Care for 15+ years and I’ve always had great patient care.
- May. 11, 2023
I wish I had known about this place sooner..The absolute BEST eyecare experience I have EVER had..no... waiting in an overcrowded office.. great Dr who took time to explain the results of my exam..super nice and helpful staff from reception thru helping me pick the right frames..im blown away by the great service!..
- May. 08, 2023
Great team of professionals that give us a great experience each and every time.
- May. 05, 2023
I recommend to anyone looking for professional, quality eye care services. I will never switch.
- Apr. 28, 2023
Very good experience. Two thumbs up.
- Apr. 13, 2023
Very friendly and efficient! I did not have to wait in the waiting room for long periods of time li... ke I have in the past at other offices.
- Apr. 05, 2023
Friendly professional staff. Dr DeHaven takes time to explain concerns or answer questions.
- Mar. 22, 2023
Great place to get eye exams and glasses/contacts. Staff truly cares and very friendly!
- Mar. 03, 2023
Dr. Dehaven and the entire staff at Community Eye Care are amazing!!! I highly recommend them for a... ll your eye care needs!!!

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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

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