Insurance providers consider IPL an elective or cosmetic procedure and won’t cover these treatments. […]
Is IPL for Dry Eyes Covered by Insurance?
Does Dry Eye Syndrome Cause Headaches?
For some people, dry eyes and headaches do occur together, and they have several similar triggers and causes, including digital eye strain, but there is little evidence to show that dry eye directly causes headaches. […]
How to Prevent Dry Eyes While Sleeping
You can help prevent dry eyes while sleeping by using a humidifier, resting your eyes throughout the day, avoiding sleeping with contact lenses, and visiting your optometrist for effective dry eye treatments. The team at Littlefield Eye Associates is here to help you rest easier and see clearer. […]
What Is Dry Eye Disease?
Dry eye disease is an uncomfortable condition that affects over 16 million Americans. Many people think that dry eye disease is only a minor eye problem, but it’s a severe condition that can lead to vision problems if left untreated. Dry eye disease occurs when the tear glands in your eyes fail to produce enough […]
Why Are My Eyes Dry When I Wake Up?
If you’re experiencing dry eyes first thing in the morning, it may be caused by nocturnal lagophthalmos, inadequate tear production, or poor tear quality. […]
What Are Scleral Lenses?
Scleral lenses feature a unique shape that rests on your sclera—the white part of your eye— and vaults over your cornea without touching it. […]
OptiLight: IPL Treatment for Dry Eyes
If you’re like millions of Americans, you may experience the uncomfortable symptoms of dry eye disease. It’s often a chronic condition, and treatments are usually focused on symptom relief—lubricated eye drops, for example. Some cases of dry eye require more than one treatment. OptiLight by Lumenis is an intense pulsed light (IPL) treatment approved by […]
Can Allergies Cause Dry Eyes?
Dry eyes don’t feel great and can cause considerable discomfort for many people. While there are numerous potential causes of dry eyes, one factor that may contribute to this condition is allergies. […]
