Dry Eye Treatment in Palm Harbor
Dry eye relief in East Lake, Palm Harbor.
Diagnosis and treatment for dry, gritty, burning eyes at our East Lake office in Ridgemoor Plaza, Palm Harbor.
We find what's causing your symptoms, then treat the cause, not just the dryness.
Dry eye care close to home
Burning, gritty, red or watery eyes often get worse with screens, contact lenses and Florida's air conditioning. We look for what's causing your symptoms, then build a plan around it.
You don't need a referral. Tell us it's for dry eye when you book so we can plan the right tests.
Signs it may be dry eye
- Burning, stinging or a gritty, sandy feeling
- Red or tired eyes by the end of the day
- Blurry vision that clears when you blink
- Contact lenses that feel uncomfortable
- Watery eyes, which is often a sign of dry eye
- Crusty or itchy eyelids
How we find the cause
We look closely at your eyelids, lashes and oil glands, check the quality of your tear film and look for related conditions such as eyelid inflammation (blepharitis) and Demodex mites. Knowing the cause lets us choose the right treatment instead of guessing.
Treatments we offer
- Prescription anti-inflammatory eye drops
- Treating the oil glands in the eyelids
- Eyelid hygiene and blinking exercises
- Punctal plugs, tiny plugs placed in the tear drains so your own tears stay on the eye longer. Placement takes a few minutes in the exam chair.
- Antibiotics when an infection is involved
- Amniotic membrane therapy for patients who haven't found relief elsewhere
Read more about each treatment on our main dry eye treatment page.
Your doctors at East Lake
Dr. Christopher Tumolo, Dr. Vicky Than, Dr. Matthew Helsing and Dr. Antonia Vassios see patients at our East Lake office. Dr. Than places most of the punctal plugs at our practice.
Visiting our East Lake office
Wednesday and Saturday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Closed Sunday and Monday
Walk-ins are welcome. Se habla español, and we speak Vietnamese too (Chúng tôi nói tiếng Việt).
Common questions
Do you treat dry eye at the East Lake office in Palm Harbor?
Yes. Our East Lake office at 4974 Ridgemoor Blvd in Palm Harbor sees patients for dry eye evaluations and treatment. Tell us it's for dry eye when you book.
Do I need a referral for a dry eye visit?
No referral is needed. Book online or call (727) 242-8388.
Why are my eyes watery if they're dry?
When the surface of the eye is irritated, it can make extra reflex tears that don't protect the eye well, so your eyes water even though they are dry.
What are punctal plugs?
Tiny plugs placed in the tear drains in the corners of the eyelids. They keep your natural tears on the eye longer, and placement takes just a few minutes in the exam chair.
Is dry eye treatment covered by insurance?
Dry eye is a medical condition, so visits are often billed to medical insurance. Coverage varies, so call us and we'll check your benefits before your visit.