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Dry Eye Treatment in Dayton

Offering Lasting Relief For Dry, Itchy & Gritty Eyes

(937) 258-1515

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 VisionMakers - Kettering 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 Dayton 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
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- Jan. 26, 2025
Very helpful doctor and staff here. A great place to get glasses or contacts. Highly recommended.
- Jan. 07, 2025
Great experience. Very efficient and professional.
- Jan. 06, 2025
Staff is very friendly, informative and helpful. Best eye care!
- Nov. 28, 2024
Very pleasant experience
- Nov. 22, 2024
Great dr Mercado was wonderful and they have very kind and caring employees great selection of glass... es
- Nov. 17, 2024
Great overall value! I've been going here for years. Great doctor and staff, great selection of ey... e wear. Very pleased with the service.
- Nov. 14, 2024
Great place
- Nov. 09, 2024
Very nice staff and Doctor. Glasses and contacts came in quickly and were great!
- Oct. 30, 2024
You guys did a very good job I will let people know about you guys you guys are so good.
- Oct. 14, 2024
Dr Fenton is amazing
- Oct. 05, 2024
Dr. Mecado was recommended by a friend of mine and I am so glad she did. He is thorough, caring, in... formative and truly engaged with his patients. The staff is very friendly and respectful. I 100% recommend VisionMakers in Kettering to anyone looking for quality eye care.
- Sep. 06, 2024
The office was great for our exams. We were in and out quickly yet the doctor answered all questions... and made my son’s first experience easy.
- Aug. 31, 2024
An all around great visit. My son did not need corrective lenses and Dr. Fenton was very open and ho... nest about that. They accepted our VSP insurance so we left with spending $10 for a co-pay. Highly recommended. Two girls at the front desk were great as well, very welcoming and quick check out.
- Aug. 19, 2024
Very good service and knowledgeable staff.
- Aug. 18, 2024
Great Experience!
- Aug. 18, 2024
From the start to finish of an eye exam, the staff and doctors are welcoming and efficient. VisionMa... kers is an outstanding practice.
- Aug. 02, 2024
Always had great service for many yrs.
- Aug. 02, 2024
I like to say when I come there I've had very good service from a walk in the door till you go in th... e back to see the doctor can't ever complain about the help everybody is wonderful
- Jul. 27, 2024
Great organization, the best!!
- Jul. 18, 2024
The staff at VisionMakers made my first visit there exceptional. They were friendly and professiona... l. I never felt rushed. Dr. Mercado was kind, caring and very good at explaining my eye photos and exam results. I would recommend them highly!

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Dry Eyes Treatment in Dayton

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Hours
  • Monday 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Tuesday 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wednesday 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thursday 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Friday 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Spectera
  • Anthem
  • EyeMed
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross
  • MetLife
  • Metlife Vision

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