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Dry Eye Treatment in Sharpstown

Offering Lasting Relief For Dry, Itchy & Gritty Eyes

(713) 774-1124

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 Lifetime Eyecare & Contact Lens Center 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 Sharpstown 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 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
Patient Reviews
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- Nov. 08, 2024
Dr. Allen is the best, he worked very hard to make sure my contacts fit perfectly. The staff is ver... y friendly, and helpful.
- Oct. 27, 2024
I went in for my granddaughter's glasses and there was so professional with her and made my granddau... ghter feel comfortable
- Oct. 22, 2024
Awesome customer service and very knowledgeable doctor and nurses!
- Oct. 22, 2024
My husband and I came to Dr. Allen J. Chin to get glasses and contacts yearly since 2014. The staff ... are courteous and the service is organized. We love our doctor because he remembers us even though we see him yearly. During Covid, we decided to get LASIK done in 2020 and he recommended us to do so. We were happy that he was present after our procedure which made us feel comforted. He checked our vision and educated us what to expect and changed to notice. We had no major complications and our checkups are fast. We had a visit recently and I asked him about when we should check our baby vision. He gave us his recommendation based on our history and how it would affect our baby and what to do to protect our baby’s vision. He and clinic are wonderful.
- Oct. 08, 2024
Excellent eye care and innovative doctor willing to go the distance to make sure you are happy with ... the vision you get with your contacts. Highly recommend!
- Oct. 03, 2024
Dr. Chin is very knowledgeable, caring, and responsible. His staff members are friendly and efficien... t. The office is clean and nice. Very pleasant experience.
- Sep. 30, 2024
Dr. Allen H. Chen provides comprehensive and is very knowledgeable. He has been my optometrist for a... Lifetime.
- Sep. 25, 2024
Good customer service and very knowledgeable staff that gives optimal care
- Sep. 19, 2024
Amazing Dr and staff. I’ve been coming here since the 1990’s, always a pleasant experience.
- Sep. 18, 2024
Dr. Allen Jr and his staff are the best. Excellent service😊
- Sep. 16, 2024
Dr. Allen Chin is one of the best optometrist in Houston. Great honest friendly doctor with plenty ... of experience.
- Aug. 31, 2024
They care about the customer and will go over and beyond for customer service.
- Aug. 25, 2024
I have been going to Dr Chin Sr. since I was 14 - 15 yrs old. Still the first class Eye care center... .
- Aug. 16, 2024
Both doctors and staff are amazing. They are helpful, prices are reasonable, good hours and they go... over and beyond to make sure you are satisfied with your glasses.
- Aug. 12, 2024
The doctors and staff are always thorough, patient, and helpful! I have been a patient of Dr. Chin's... for more than 40 years and have always experienced a superb level of care.
- Aug. 08, 2024
40 years of reliable care and service. Both doctors have kind demeanors and engage the patient in de... cisions.
- Jul. 16, 2024
Great service, fair pricing and nice location. The staff is really friendly and attentive.
- Jun. 24, 2024
Excellent eye care. Knowledgeable and efficient. I've been a patient of Dr. Allen Chin and his fat... her for about 20 years. Always a great experience.
- Jun. 20, 2024
Doctor Chin Sr. has been my optometrist for 40+ years. He has provided exceptional eye care for myse... lf and family over many years. I have recently been informed that Lifetime Eyecare is now under new ownership. As a retired business owner I know a company is only as good as those who manage the company and the staff providing the services. I understand that Dr. Chin will retire at some point in the future and I presume his son will still practice at Lifetime Eyecare. I have recommended this practice to my family and friends for many years. I will continue to recommend Lifetime Eyecare as long as our eye care health is undertaken with the same measure of consideration and integrity as provided by Dr. Chin Sr. over the decades past.
- Jun. 17, 2024
I've been a customer here for over 15 years. My experiences are always positive. I love both Dr Ch... ins and the staff is always so polite and friendly. Great job guys - keep doing what you do!

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Dry Eyes Treatment in Sharpstown

Our optometry practice in Sharpstown

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Hours
  • Monday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
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  • Aetna
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  • Versant Health
  • National Vision Administration (NVA)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare Part B

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(713) 774-1124