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Managing Dry Eyes with Optilight

If you live with dry eyes, you know how frustrating and uncomfortable it can be. Fortunately, there are treatments available that can help relieve your symptoms and improve your quality of life. One such treatment is Optilight, a new type of light therapy used to manage dry eyes that is now offered at Dittman Eyecare.


What Causes Dry Eyes?

Optilight dry eye treatment  | Dittman EyecareDry eyes can have several causes, including age, lifestyle, and environment. As you get older, your eyes produce less tears, which can lead to dryness. Additionally, if you spend a lot of time in front of a computer or using electronic devices, you may be more likely to experience dry eyes. Exposure to wind or sun can also cause dry eyes.


What are the Symptoms of Dry Eyes?

Your eyes may feel gritty, itchy, or burning. You may also have trouble producing tears. All of these symptoms can make it difficult to carry out your daily activities.


How Does Optilight Work?

Optilight is a type of light therapy used to manage dry eyes. It works by emitting infrared light, which helps to increase the production of tears. Optilight is a non-invasive treatment that is safe and effective for people of all ages.
During an Optilight session, you will sit or lie down in a comfortable position and wear goggles that emit the infrared light. The light will be directed at your eyes for several minutes. Most people experience relief from their symptoms after just one Optilight session. However, depending on your individual case, you may need to undergo multiple sessions in order to achieve the desired results.


Am I Candidate for Optilight Treatment?

If you are experiencing any of the symptoms of dry eyes, you may be a candidate for Optilight treatment. Optilight is safe and effective for people of all ages, you can feel confident that you are in good hands.
If you are considering Optilight treatment, please contact our office today to schedule a consultation. We would be happy to answer any questions you may have and help you determine if Optilight is the right treatment for you.


What are you waiting for? Give Optilight a try today!

OptiLight can help ease all sorts of dry eye symptoms including: redness, itchiness, burning sensation, trouble producing tears, and more. If other treatments haven’t worked or if you want to try something new, OptiLight may be the answer for you!  Contact Dittman Eyecare today to learn more!
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