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Dry eyeBurning eyes are not something you live with.
Dry eye happens when your tears lose the balance that keeps the surface of the eye smooth and comfortable. We look for the cause, and treat it, rather than adding another bottle of drops.
Common signs of dry eye.
You do not have to live with burning or watery eyes. Symptoms can include:
- Burning, stinging, or a scratchy feeling
- Eyes that water or tear, especially later in the day
- Redness or irritation
- Blurry or fluctuating vision
- Feeling like something is in your eye
- Eye fatigue after computer or phone use
- Contact lenses that feel dry or uncomfortable
- Reaching for drops every single day
Watery eyes can still be a sign of dry eye. When the surface is irritated, the eyes may overwater without actually fixing the problem.
Treat the cause, not just the symptom.
Our doctors start with a comprehensive exam to rule out other eye conditions. If dry eye is suspected, we test your tear quality, tear quantity, and eyelid health to find out which kind of dry eye you actually have.
From there your plan may include prescription or specialty drops, in-office treatments, changes to contact lenses or lens care, and simple at-home routines that support long-term comfort.
We also offer OptiLight by Lumenis, the first and only FDA-approved IPL (intense pulsed light) treatment for dry eye. It is gentle, non-invasive, and aimed at the root cause of the most common form of the disease. Your doctor will check whether it suits your eyes and skin first.
How it works, step by step.
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A conversation about symptoms
When do your eyes feel worst? What do you do for work? What has and has not helped? We start by listening.
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Eye and tear evaluation
Your doctor examines the front of the eye, the eyelids and the tear film with gentle tests.
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A clear explanation
We show you what we found in plain language and connect it to what you have been feeling.
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A treatment plan that fits your life
In-office treatment, prescription drops, at-home care, or a combination, decided together and never on the spot.
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Follow-up
Dry eye improves over time, not overnight. We schedule check-ins to track progress and adjust.
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Heather
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Diango
Who leads it
Heather and Diango are the two people you will see most in the dry eye clinic. If you are calling to ask about dry eye or to book a treatment, you can ask for either of them by name.
Dry eye, answered plainly.
I already use drops every day. When should I see a doctor?
If you rely on drops daily, still feel uncomfortable, or notice redness, burning, or blurred vision, it is time for a proper evaluation.
Is dry eye just part of getting older or using screens?
Age and screen time contribute, but constant discomfort is not something you have to accept. Most causes of dry eye can be managed with the right plan.
What is OptiLight?
OptiLight by Lumenis is the first and only FDA-approved IPL treatment for dry eye, a light-based, non-invasive in-office treatment aimed at the inflammation behind the most common form of the disease. Your doctor will tell you honestly whether you are a candidate.
Can contact lens wearers get help?
Yes. Sometimes a different lens type, care solution, or treating the underlying dryness makes lenses comfortable again.
Does insurance help with dry eye visits?
Coverage depends on your plan and whether the visit is billed as medical. Our team reviews your benefits and explains expected costs before you move forward.
Ready for relief from burning or watery eyes?
If your eyes feel dry, gritty, or tired most days, it is worth checking. Ask at any of our three clinics. Dry eye treatment itself runs in Scottsbluff.