Dry Eye Treatment in Fargo, ND
Lumen Vision treats dry eye in Fargo, ND with a plan built around your symptoms. Dr. Joy Quitberg, OD, our dry eye specialist, uses warm compress therapy, prescription eye drops and step-by-step treatment protocols to help your eyes feel comfortable again.
What are common signs of dry eye?
Burning, stinging or a gritty feeling, like something is in your eye
Red or irritated eyes
Watery eyes, which can happen when your eyes are trying to make up for dryness
Blurry vision that clears when you blink
Eyes that feel tired after reading or screen time
Contact lenses that feel uncomfortable by the end of the day
How do we treat dry eye?
Warm compress therapy. Gentle, steady heat helps the oil glands in your eyelids work better. We carry Bappies rechargeable heated eye masks, made by a North Dakota company in Mandan, so warm compresses at home are easy.
Prescription eye drops. When over-the-counter drops aren’t enough, Dr. Joy can prescribe eye drops for you.
A treatment protocol. Dry eye usually improves with a consistent routine. We give you a clear plan and check your progress at follow-up visits.
Who treats dry eye at Lumen Vision?
Dr. Joy Quitberg, OD is our dry eye specialist. She provides comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings and family eye care, and she leads dry eye care for patients at Lumen Vision.
How do I get started?
Start with a comprehensive eye exam, which you can book online. If you already know you want a dry eye consultation, call our office at (701) 404-9096 and we’ll help you schedule it.
See also: adult eye exams and the insurance plans we accept.