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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 EyeCare Specialties of Colorado - Pioneer Hills for effective and lasting dry eye relief.

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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 Aurora 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.


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  • Saturday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
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Patient Reviews
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- Mar. 18, 2023
Pleasant staff and atmosphere. At every appointment, Dr. K. and staff provided professional and atte... ntive service.
- Feb. 14, 2023
Friendly staff, very clean , they don't rush you when picking out frames. They answer all questions....
- Feb. 12, 2023
Dr. VanDan, his assistant and Mark were all so helpful and kind. it was calm, not rushed and I felt ... like I got honest care. Thank you
- Feb. 04, 2023
My experience was very delightful. Staff is professional and very helpful and kind. They also have a... wide selection of designer eyewear to choose from.
- Dec. 21, 2022
Amazing staff, and amazing doctors. The person who go helped me pick out my frames was knowledgeable... and informative. The only thing I can say is off is the delivery time of frames and lenses. Other than that, A+ experience!
- Dec. 20, 2022
Great service and very friendly!
- Dec. 12, 2022
Lovely, welcoming staff. Run on time and efficiently. The doctors are very friendly and knowledgeabl... e. Definitely recommend!
- Nov. 18, 2022
Almost can't wait to go back!!! Lol
- Nov. 16, 2022
The doctors and staffs are very nice and welcoming.
- Nov. 14, 2022
Such a great office! I really appreciate Dr. Kruglet and his attention to detail. He was so helpful ... and compassionate. Highly recommend EyeCare Specialties of CO!
- Nov. 03, 2022
Friendly customer service, great doctors, Overall clean and organize please.
- Oct. 29, 2022
The whole experience was great! From exam to contacts and glasses. Great job!
- Oct. 23, 2022
Although some of the staff was not as friendly and I detected a hint of attitude, the Doctor, Danny ... VanDan, was very friendly and informative. He explained everything in detailed and didn't mind a little bit of knowledge I brought to the conversation. Experience with Dr. VanDan was one of the best experience I've had with an eye Dr. Thank you.
- Oct. 14, 2022
They went above and beyond at every step of the process, and will be where I go to in the future!
- Oct. 09, 2022
A wonderful experience all around!!!
- Oct. 08, 2022
Very friendly staff and great doctor!
- Oct. 05, 2022
Lovely staff, clean office, lovely doctor. I will always go there for as long as I’m in Colorado. ... 🙂
- Aug. 15, 2022
Everyone is very nice and the Doctor Is awesome as well! Great experience.
- Aug. 11, 2022
I was completely satisfied with Dr. VanDan and the entire staff.
- Aug. 07, 2022
Always professional, knowledgeable and friendly. Have been a customer for years and never had a bad ... experience.

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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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