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    How can I treat my dry eyes?

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    Treatment for dry eye is rarely a “quick fix” and dry eyes are generally not cured but managed. With a holistic approach you can have comfortable eyes and good vision again.

    Artificial tears, also called lubricants or lubricating drops, are the conservative approach to treating dry eyes and will work to both relieve your symptoms and also to improve the overall health of your tears.

    Intense Pulsed Light Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) is a non-invasive and innovative treatment for dry eyes. The IPL device emits brief, controlled pulses of broad-spectrum light, the strength of which is precisely set to stimulate the meibomian glands to produce oils, producing a more stable tear film and ultimately improving dry eye symptoms.

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