Dry Eye

Dry eye disease is an underdiagnosed disease that affects many patients. Many think dry eye is normal due to age and living in the Central Valley. It is NOT!
If your eyes are constantly watering, your vision blurs throughout the day, or your contact lenses suddenly feel like sandpaper, you are likely experiencing the unpredictable, scattered symptoms of chronic Dry Eye Disease. This frustrating condition often flies under the radar because its signs can mimic temporary allergies, or even present with absolutely no symptoms at all while underlying damage progresses. The most common culprit is Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD)—a progressive, degenerative disease where the tiny oil glands in your eyelids become blocked, causing your natural tears to evaporate too rapidly. Because blocked glands eventually waste away and cannot grow back, securing an early diagnosis is absolutely critical to keeping the condition highly manageable and protecting your long-term vision.

At Tracy Optometry Group and Eaton Optometric Group, we take dry eye seriously and refuse to rely on guesswork. We have invested heavily in advanced diagnostic technology to perform a thorough, multi-faceted assessment of your tear film. Through high-resolution meibography, our doctors will bring real-time structural images of your eyelids up on the screen to show you the exact health and damage of your glands firsthand. This rigorous evaluation allows us to accurately identify whether you are experiencing temporary dry eye episodes or chronic disease, pinpoint your specific type of dry eye, and precisely measure its severity so we can map out a definitive care plan.

​​​​​​​Once we understand your unique tear profile, our doctors combine clinical research with your personal goals to formulate an effective, customized treatment plan. Our therapeutic approach scales seamlessly to match your severity, ranging from holistic at-home care and specialized supplements to targeted prescription drops and advanced, in-office thermal treatments like LipiFlow® and Tixel® I to directly unclog and rejuvenate your oil glands. To ensure these premium, root-cause therapies fit comfortably into your household budget without financial strain, we offer fast, flexible monthly financing options right inside our practice through CareCredit. Protect your vision before early damage becomes severe—schedule your comprehensive eye exam or dedicated dry eye evaluation with us today.