Dry Eye Treatment
Specialist assessment and personalised treatment plans for dry, sore, irritated or watery eyes.
What is our Dry Eye Clinic?
Dry eye is a common condition that can cause discomfort, irritation and changes to your vision. Symptoms can range from mild dryness and tired eyes to ongoing soreness that affects your daily life.
At The Lacey Practice, our Dry Eye Clinic is designed to understand the cause of your symptoms and provide personalised advice and treatment to help improve your eye comfort and long-term eye health.
Common symptoms we can help with include:
Dry, gritty or irritated eyes
Burning or stinging sensations
Watery eyes
Eye fatigue and discomfort when using screens
Fluctuating vision
Contact lens discomfort
What does our Dry Eye Clinic cover?
During your dry eye assessment, our experienced optometrist will look at your symptoms, lifestyle and overall eye health to understand what may be contributing to your discomfort.
Your assessment may include:
Discussion of your symptoms and how they affect your everyday life
Examination of the front surface of your eyes and eyelids
Assessment of tear quality and tear production
Review of factors that may contribute to dry eye, such as screen use, environment or contact lens wear
Personalised advice based on your individual needs
Depending on your assessment, we may recommend the following treatment options:
Eye care advice and routines - Guidance on improving eyelid hygiene and daily habits that can support healthier eyes.
Lubricating treatments - Advice on suitable artificial tears and other supportive treatments to improve comfort.
Lifestyle recommendations - Practical changes that may help reduce symptoms, including advice around screen use and your environment.
Contact lens guidance - Support if dry eyes are affecting your comfort when wearing contact lenses.