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Spotting the Signs of Dry Eye

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Understanding the Symptoms

Dry eye is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide, and its symptoms can vary in severity. It's crucial to recognize the signs of dry eye early to seek appropriate treatment and improve your eye health and comfort.

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Common Symptoms to Look Out For

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Experiencing dry eye symptoms can greatly affect your daily life and overall health. These symptoms can disrupt your work, hobbies, and even your ability to carry out everyday tasks comfortably.

The constant discomfort and distraction caused by these symptoms can lower your productivity and overall quality of life. 

Here are common signs that may indicate dry eye syndrome:

  • Dryness:
    A persistent sensation of dryness, grittiness, or eye irritation.
  • Itching:
    Frequent itching or a burning sensation in and around the eyes.
  • Redness:
    Bloodshot or red eyes, often accompanied by discomfort.·
  • Excessive Tearing:
    Paradoxically, your eyes may produce more tears as a response to dryness, leading to watery eyes.
  • Blurry Vision:
    Vision may become temporarily blurred, particularly when reading or using digital screens.
  • Light Sensitivity:
    Increased sensitivity to light, known as photophobia.
  • Foreign Body Sensation:
    Feeling as though something is in your eye.
  • Eye Fatigue:
    Increased eye fatigue, especially during prolonged periods of reading, screen time, or other visually demanding tasks.

Ignoring dry eye symptoms can lead to worsening discomfort and potential complications. Chronic dry eye can damage the eye's surface and increase the risk of eye infections, scarring, and vision loss. Seeking professional guidance if you're experiencing any of these symptoms is crucial.


Dry Eye Diagnosis and Expert Care

When you choose Highlands Ranch HD Eye Care for your dry eye care, you benefit from our expertise in comprehensive diagnosis. We understand that your unique health history and lifestyle can affect your dry eye differently, which is why we practice personalized care tailored to you. Our approach includes:

  • In-Depth Eye Exams

    During a comprehensive eye exam, we evaluate your eyelids, eye surface, and your complete health history and lifestyle to identify potential underlying causes of dry eyes.

  • Tear Assessment

    We conduct a detailed assessment of your tears, measuring their volume and quality. This assessment helps us identify any deficiencies in tear quantity or quality, crucial factors in dry eye diagnosis.

  • Tear Breakup Time

    Using advanced techniques like tear breakup time measurement, we identify specific areas of your eyes where tears may evaporate more rapidly. This information aids in tailoring your treatment plan.

  • Specialized Dry Eye Test: Schirmer Test

    This test involves placing blotting test paper strips on the lower eyelids to measure tear production over a specific time. It helps determine the volume of tears your eyes produce.

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- Sep. 05, 2025
Dr Meyette is exceptional! Very thorough, organized and kind. Gave me GREAT advice and I can tell i... t's helping. So happy I found him!
- Sep. 01, 2025
This was the first time I visited here and I picked it since it was close to my house. I went to ano... ther more expensive ophthalmologist a couple of years ago that gave me too strong of a prescription and I never wore the glasses. HD Eye Care rechecked my eyes and prescription and I was able to get glasses that are much better! The staff and doctor are caring and made me feel important. The glasses showed up quickly and the staff made sure I was fully satisfied. I highly recommend this place.
- Aug. 22, 2025
This appointment was for my annual checkup and diabetes tests. The office is efficient and the serv... ices are conducted with the professionalism I expect.
- Aug. 09, 2025
I would recommend Dr. Meyette and staff to my friends and family. I hadn’t had an eye exam in over... 10 years so I was very nervous. They made the process very easy and helped me understand the importance of routine eye exams for my driving safety.
- Aug. 01, 2025
The staff is wonderful and Dr Meyette is fantastic.
- Jul. 09, 2025
they explained and were so easy to work with
- May. 09, 2025
Great staff. Great doctors and a very nice facility!
- Mar. 28, 2025
Dr. Ben is excellent and I've received great services from HD Eye Care for years.
- Mar. 25, 2025
Very patient and caring with complete explanation of details concerning my eyesight
- Mar. 21, 2025
Highly recommend this business!
- Feb. 28, 2025
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Dr. Quinton, and her assistant Jackie, and the entire sta... ff at this office! As new patients, my son and I were welcomed with warmth and professionalism from the moment we walked in. The level of care and attention we received was truly exceptional. Jackie is an absolute gem—kind, knowledgeable, and incredibly efficient. She made the entire process seamless and went above and beyond to ensure we felt comfortable and well taken care of. Her professionalism and friendly demeanor made a lasting impression. Dr. Quinton is simply outstanding. Her expertise, attention to detail, and genuine care for her patients set her apart. She took the time to thoroughly explain everything to both me and my son, making sure we understood our eye health and any next steps. Her patience and thoroughness were truly appreciated, and it’s clear she is passionate about providing top-quality care. The entire staff made our visit such a pleasant experience, and I’m so grateful to have found an eye doctor who truly puts her patients first. If you’re looking for a practice that provides exceptional care with a personal touch, I highly recommend Dr. Quinton and her team!
- Jan. 29, 2025
Dr Quinton was great with my family. Jackie made us feel very comfortable and relaxed, since it was ... our first visit at their facility. Fran did a great job too. Everyone was really great.
- Jan. 24, 2025
Great staff, very professional, provide exceptional care, feel like family.
- Jan. 14, 2025
Friendly staff. Good customer service. Dr Karla was great.
- Dec. 25, 2024
Efficient, friendly, and professional service; highly recommend.
- Nov. 01, 2024
Great experience at every appointment. Every member of staff ensures I have what I need and explain ... all details. The nice person who helps with frames knew exactly the frame I wanted just by my description!
- Sep. 10, 2024
Over 20 years of excellent service.best view ever. 👁️
- Aug. 14, 2024
Amazing staff that really cares and are super nice!
- Aug. 04, 2024
I have been going to Dr. Jacobs for many years, and he is the best of the best.
- Jul. 07, 2024
The entire staff is very friendly, helpful and knowledgable.

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Dry Eyes in Highlands Ranch

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Consult Our Dry Eye Experts

At Highlands Ranch HD Eye Care, our experienced eye care specialists are ready to help you find relief from dry eye symptoms. We understand these symptoms' impact on your daily life and are committed to improving your eye health and comfort.

Contact us to schedule an appointment and discuss your dry eye symptoms. Let's work together to find the most suitable treatment and enhance your quality of life.

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