Dry Eye Treatment in Birmingham
If drops only help for an hour, the cause usually hasn't been found yet. We measure what's going on — oil glands, tears and eyelids — and treat that.
Dry Eye Is A Medical Condition, Not A Nuisance
Most dry eye isn't a shortage of tears — it's tears that evaporate too fast because the tiny oil glands in the eyelids aren't working well. Screens, air conditioning, contact lenses, some medications and hormonal changes can all play a part.
Artificial tears can soothe the surface, but they don't change the cause. A proper evaluation shows which type of dry eye you have, so treatment can be matched to it.
- ✓Oil glands imaged and graded
- ✓Tear film measured, not guessed
- ✓Eyelids and lashes examined up close
Treatments We Offer
Most people need a combination. We'll recommend only what your evaluation supports.
How Treatment Works
Evaluation
We ask about your symptoms, measure your tears and image your oil glands.
Your Plan
A written plan that combines home care with any in-office treatment you need.
Treatment
In-office sessions, usually a few weeks apart, with nothing to recover from.
Follow-Up
We re-measure after a few months so you can see how much has changed.
What Is Different About Seeing Us
An Hour, Not Ten Minutes
A full dry eye workup takes time — we book it that way.
Evidence You Can See
Gland images and tear measurements before and after treatment.
Home Care That Fits Your Day
A short routine you can actually keep up, written down for you.
Insurance Checked First
Dry eye visits are often medical — we check your coverage before booking.
Worse By The End Of The Workday?
We blink far less when we look at screens, so the tear film breaks up and eyes feel worse as the day goes on. Contact lens wearers often feel it first.
Treatment, a better blink habit and the right drops can make long workdays — and contact lenses — comfortable again.
- ✓Screen-break and blink habits
- ✓Contact lens comfort plans
- ✓Workplace humidity tips
How To Prepare
Skip eye makeup that day
It lets us see your eyelids and glands clearly.
Pause artificial tears for a few hours
So we measure your natural tear film, not the drops.
Bring a list of your medications
Some common medicines make dry eye worse.
Wear glasses, not contacts
If you can — we'll look at your lenses separately.
Find Out What Kind Of Dry Eye You Have
One unhurried visit, gland pictures you can see, and a clear plan — whether you need treatment or just a better routine.
Dry Eye Questions We Hear Most
Why don't my eye drops work?
Drops add moisture to the surface, but if your oil glands aren't working, tears still evaporate quickly. Finding and treating the cause usually matters more than the brand of drop.
Is dry eye treatment covered by insurance?
The evaluation and some treatments are often billed to medical insurance. Some in-office procedures are not covered — we'll tell you the cost before anything is done.
Do the in-office treatments hurt?
Most people describe them as warm and slightly odd rather than painful. There's no recovery time — you can go straight back to work.
How long until I feel better?
It varies. Some people notice a difference within weeks; for others it takes a few months of treatment and home care. We re-measure so you can see the change.
Can I keep wearing contact lenses?
Often, yes. Treating dry eye frequently makes contacts comfortable again, and we may suggest a different lens or wearing schedule.
Do I need a referral?
No. You can book directly, and we're happy to share results with your eye doctor or physician.
Tell Us About Your Eyes
Describe your symptoms and we'll call you within one business day to book your evaluation and check your insurance.