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Dry Eye Treatment in Lakeville

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 Eye 35 Eye Care 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 Lakeville 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 Lakeville

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Hours
  • Monday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Spectera
  • Superior Vision
  • Davis Vision
  • EyeMed
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Patient Reviews
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- Sep. 08, 2023
Eye35eye is recommended by me as they are efficient and great at what they do!
- Aug. 03, 2023
Dr. Fontana and his staff are great! Appointments are on time and a very enjoyable experience. Dr.... Fontana has been taking care of my family’s eyes for over 30 years!
- Jul. 17, 2023
They are very friendly and very helpful
- May. 22, 2023
I love this clinic and have never had a bad experience here! I always feel comfortable and the staff... is incredibly kind and helpful and explain things very well. Dr. Fontana is also awesome - he is very knowledgeable and has a variety of options for any problem you may have.
- May. 20, 2023
I enjoy how simple things are here. Dr. Scott Fontana is a seasoned eye doc who takes the necessary ... time to properly assess and remains friendly and relatable in the process. The staff is always polite and professional. Easy in and out. Thank you!
- May. 18, 2023
Doctor Fontana is very helpful and kind and the staff is friendly and knowledgeable.
- Apr. 09, 2023
The doctor has so much knowledge I totally recommend this doctor
- Apr. 08, 2023
I love fontana!! He takes care of every client and wants to make sure you are good and healthy!!
- Apr. 05, 2023
I can not say enough good things about EYE35! Erica and the rest of the staff are always friendly an... d very knowledgeable. Dr. Fontana goes above and beyond for his patients. I have had a few eye issues in the past few months and Erica always does her best to get me in as soon as possible. I love EYE35!
- Mar. 31, 2023
Dr. Fontana is the best. Attentive, thorough, professional and kind.
- Mar. 29, 2023
Doctor Fontana and his staff DEMONSTRATE care and service!
- Mar. 11, 2023
If you are looking for a good experience for your and family's "eyes", consider Eye 35. Great servic... e and professionalism.
- Jan. 13, 2023
Great office with fantastic staff! Highly recommended!
- Nov. 18, 2022
Why would anyone go anywhere else? Been here for years. Recommended many many people to try Eye 35 a... nd they too are happy! Very knowledgeable Doctor and staff! Always ready to help in any way they can!!!
- Oct. 06, 2022
10/5/22 I made another visit and I’m very thankful with the service and care this team offers - Om... ar Vega
- Sep. 01, 2022
I highly recommend Eye 35 ! They truly care ! Costomer service is excellent and efficient. Outstandi... ng !
- Jul. 22, 2022
Always such great customer service and always so professional during your visit!! Dr. Fontana listen... s to your concerns and addresses them with a solutionto help! Definitely recommend Eye 35 Eye Care!! 🙂
- Jul. 01, 2022
Dr. Fontana and his staff are nothing short of amazing! I have a really difficult prescription (sev... erely nearsighted, pronounced astigmatism, dry eye, and now a need for bifocals). Dr. Fontana has worked with me over the years to find cost-effective and truly comfortable solutions (contacts as well as glasses), NOT just sticking me with the first attempt and saying, "Good luck with that!" Years ago, he even found a lesion in my left eye that Visionworks had missed! He really listens and truly cares. I simply cannot recommend him highly enough!
- Mar. 02, 2022
Excellent, Excellent, excellent place for eye care! Dr. Fontana and his staff were wonderful. Very... professional and informative. You can tell they enjoy what they do and that they are a team. If I could give you more than 5 stars, I would.
- Feb. 19, 2022
I Guarantee you will receive the Utmost Care from Dr. Fontana and his staff!!! I have been coming he... re for about 5 years now and can only Rave on how Caring everyone is!! From regular eye checkups to Emergency cases. I recommend him to everyone I know 😁

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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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