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Dry Eye Treatment in Painesville

Offering Lasting Relief For Dry, Itchy & Gritty Eyes

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Tired of your eyes constantly watering?

Want to find a solution for your red, dry, itchy eyes?

Dry eye disease can seriously harm your quality of life. It can cause severe irritation and even infection in severe cases.

Symptoms of dry eye disease include:

  • Red, dry eyes
  • Itchiness in and around the eye
  • A gritty-feeling in the eye
  • Light sensitivity
  • Excessive watering of the eyes

Visit Family Eyecare Clinic - Painesville for effective and lasting dry eye relief.

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Available 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month. Please call to request a Saturday appointment.


How Dry Eye Disease Develops & How to Treat It

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Dry eye disease is an increasingly common eye condition that can happen either because the eye is not producing enough tears, or because tears are evaporating too quickly, leaving the eyes without enough moisture to function comfortably.

This can happen for several reasons including allergies, side effects from medications, hormonal changes, and illness.

Depending on the cause and exact symptoms of your dry eyes, our Painesville eye doctors will be able to prescribe treatments and medications aimed at increasing the amount of tears your eye produces and/or slowing the evaporation of tears to better hydrate your eyes.


What Are the Main Causes of Dry Eye?

  • Aging

    Dry eye disease tends to affect people over the age of 50. This is because tear production slows as we age. As the lacrimal glands produce fewer tears, dry eye develops.

  • Hormonal changes

    It's not uncommon for some women to experience dry eye symptoms during pregnancy, menopause, or while using birth control pills. That's because hormone imbalances can reduce tear production.

  • Autoimmune disease

    Certain autoimmune diseases, like Sjögren’s syndrome, can cause white blood cells to attack your tear glands, thus reducing tear production. Other diseases like arthritis, lupus, and diabetes can also cause poor or insufficient tear production.

  • Medications

    Certain medications can reduce mucus production (one of the 3 tear components) thus contributing to chronic dry eye.

    They include antihistamines, antidepressants, diuretics, and beta-blockers.

Note that this is just a handful of causes. There are many other factors that can contribute to dry eye, including pollution and dry air, allergies, poor tear quality, dehydration, contact lens wear, and more.


Dry Eyes Treatment in Painesville

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Hours
  • Monday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday Closed
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Dec. 25 Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • Medicaid
  • EyeMed
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • MetLife
Patient Reviews
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- Oct. 15, 2023
Awesome staff!
- Sep. 17, 2023
Very personable and friendly staff.
- Sep. 02, 2023
the best
- Aug. 22, 2023
Very professional from start to finish. I was looking for a new eye doctor since moving from the wes... t side and this is the place. I will be back for future visits
- Aug. 16, 2023
Pleasant experience all the way around- Thank you!
- Aug. 16, 2023
Dr. Tedesco is great eye doctor and I trust her implicitly. I would never change doctors as long as ... she is available.
- Aug. 04, 2023
Both Dr Tedesco and Dr Kane are friendly, professional, respectful, and explain test results in a m... anner that is easy to understand. I have been going here for over 5 years and I have never had any issues or concerns. Highly recommend.
- Jul. 14, 2023
The staff and Dr. Tedesco are professional, friendly and overall good to work with. They are locate... d at the Painesville office. They are the reason I go to this location. Great job and thank you. Renee
- Jun. 14, 2023
My experience with Family Eyecare Clinic is that the staff is always pleasant, friendly, and helpful... . Strongly recommend!
- May. 18, 2023
Super friendly staff and caring doctor
- May. 12, 2023
it was very quick and easy even when they were busy also never felt rushed 🙂
- Apr. 15, 2023
Awesome and friendly Staff
- Mar. 29, 2023
Best eye doctor I’ve been too
- Mar. 28, 2023
Always friendly, very professional ,always caring, always courteous
- Mar. 28, 2023
Dr.Tedesco and her staff always have your best interests and health as a priority. They are always w... arm and friendly as well as knowledgeable, wouldn't consider going anywhere else.
- Feb. 07, 2023
Go here !!!
- Dec. 09, 2022
Excellent staff I did not have to wait long for my appointment it was a great experience
- Dec. 01, 2022
Great experience...Dr. Kane and staff were knowledgeable, thorough and friendly! Appointment went ve... ry smoothly.
- Oct. 31, 2022
Top notch service. Eye exams our thorough. Take time to answer all of your questions. Do not try to ... sell you anything that is not necessary. Glasses are well fitted and supplied with accessories you will need for free.
- Oct. 20, 2022
Excellent service and everyone was so friendly and ready to help I recommend them highly

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Dry Eyes FAQs

Can I still wear contact lenses if I have dry eye syndrome?

Yes, some people can still wear contact lenses with dry eye syndrome. However, depending on its severity, you may need to carefully select the adequate contact lens for optimal clarity and comfort.

Oftentimes, because contact lenses sit on the eye, it's difficult for vital oxygen to reach the eye. This can worsen dry eye symptoms, and increase the risk of scratching or otherwise damaging your eye. Make sure to ask your eye doctor which contact lenses are most adapted to your condition.

Can dry eye syndrome be cured?

Unfortunately, there is no known cure for dry eye syndrome. There are, however, many treatment options that offer lasting dry eye relief.

Can dry eye syndrome cause blindness?

In rare extreme cases, dry eye syndrome can cause corneal ulcers. These ulcers can result in scarring on the eye, making it difficult for the cornea to focus light accurately. If left untreated, corneal ulcers and the associated scarring can result in blindness.

How can I prevent dry eye symptoms?

Below are a few tips that will help prevent dry eye symptoms:

  • Point fans, heaters, and air vents so that they don’t directly blow into your eyes
  • Eat foods high in omega-3 fatty acids
  • Stay properly hydrated
  • Take breaks during long tasks, especially those that require extended visual focus

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