Morning dry eye is a common issue that can be caused by a variety of factors, including sleep habits, environmental conditions, and underlying health concerns.
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Why Are My Eyes Dry When I Wake Up?
Can a Humidifier Help with Dry Eyes?
A humidifier is an easy at-home remedy that can help with dry eyes. […]
5 Tips to Prevent Dry Eye During Sleep
Waking up with dry eyes is more than a minor annoyance—it’s a frustrating way to start your day, affecting everything from your comfort to your productivity. Dry eyes in the morning are often caused by an imbalance in your tear film, and addressing this imbalance is key to finding relief. Dry eyes bring along a […]
How To Manage Dry Eye While Wearing Contact Lenses
If contact lenses are your preferred choice, then it’s important to know how to manage dry eye symptoms while still wearing them—whether by using lubricating eye drops, taking regular breaks from screens, or switching types of lenses. […]
Watery Eyes in Winter: How to Find Relief
Winter can be a magical season filled with snowflakes, cozy sweaters, and warm drinks. But for many, it also brings an unwelcome guest, watery eyes and subsequent dry eyes.
While dry eye is a chronic condition that can be experienced all year round, the dry, airy, and cold winter environment aggravates ongoing symptoms.
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Do Punctal Plugs Work Immediately?
Living with dry eyes can feel like a constant battle. The irritation, redness, and discomfort can make even the simplest tasks—like reading or working on a computer—challenging. But what if there was a simple and almost immediate solution? This is where punctal plugs come in. These are tiny devices that prevent early tear drainage, keeping […]
Amniotic Membranes for Dry Eye: How This Treatment May Help You
Amniotic membranes are a specialized dry eye treatment your eye doctor may offer. This dry eye therapy uses natural tissue to help promote healing and provide protection in cases of persistent dry eye, especially those where the eye is getting damaged. […]
What is Radiofrequency Treatment for Dry Eye?
Low-energy radiofrequency waves, or RF, gradually warm the skin surrounding the eyes. The heat encourages the release of lipids that stabilize the tear film by helping to clear any clogged glands. […]
What to Expect During Your IPL Treatment for Dry Eye
We will walk you through the causes of dry eyes, how IPL therapy works to alleviate dry eyes, and what happens before, during, and after the IPL treatment session we provide at Higgins Brothers’ Vision Care. […]
What is Meibomian Gland Dysfunction?
Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) is a common condition that occurs when the meibomian glands become inflamed, blocked, or disrupted. […]
