DRY EYE & OCULAR SURFACE CENTER
Advanced treatment for lasting relief from dry, irritated eyes
At Lancaster Optometry, we don’t guess at the cause of your dry eye. We use advanced diagnostics to identify exactly what’s driving your symptoms, then deliver targeted, in-office treatments customized to your unique ocular surface profile. Most patients have tried drops for years without real relief. We offer something different.
DO YOU HAVE DRY EYE?
Dry eye affects millions of adults and is frequently undertreated. If you experience any of the following, a dry eye evaluation is recommended:
• Burning, stinging, or persistent irritation
• Gritty or foreign body sensation
• Watery or fluctuating vision
• Contact lens discomfort or intolerance
• Eye fatigue during screen use
• Redness or light sensitivity
• Blurry vision that clears with blinking
HOW WE DIAGNOSE DRY EYE
Before any treatment, we perform a comprehensive evaluation of your ocular surface. This is what separates a real dry eye practice from a general exam.
• Meibography - advanced imaging of your meibomian glands to assess structure and blockage
• MMP-9 testing- Detects inflammatory markers on the ocular surface
• Tear film stability analysis - evaluates how quickly your tear film breaks down
• Ocular surface staining - identifies damage to the cornea and conjunctiva
• Schirmer's Testing- measures tear production to determine if your eyes are producing enough natural tears
• Full symptom history and medical review
OUR TREATMENTS
We offer advanced, in-office treatments designed to restore gland function, reduce inflammation, and provide long-term relief from dry eye/.
RF THERAPY - FORMA-I
Restores Meibomian Gland Function
• Gently heats the eyelids to liquefy blocked oils
• Improves natural tear stability
• Enhances comfort and vision clarity
• Feels like a warm, relaxing eye massage
Lumecca-I (IPL)
Targets Inflammation & Redness
• Reduces inflammation along the eyelid margin
• Improves tear film quality
• Helps decrease redness and irritation
• Quick, light-based treatment
Celluma (Light Therapy)
• Low-level light therapy to reduce inflammation
• Supports healing of the ocular surface
• Comfortable, non-invasive treatment
Improve Tear Retention
Lacrifill & Punctal Plugs
• Helps retain your natural tears on the eye surface
• Reduces dryness and irritation
• Simple, in-office procedures
Increase Tear Production
Tyrvaya® (Nasal Spray)
• Stimulates natural tear production through neural pathways
• Works quickly and is easy to use
iTEAR® Neurostimulation
• Device-based stimulation of natural tear production
• Drug-free option for tear stimulation
Why This Matters
Dry eye is multifactorial — involving gland dysfunction, inflammation, and reduced tear production.
We combine therapies to treat all components, not just symptoms.
At Lancaster Optometry, we don’t guess at the cause of your dry eye. We use advanced diagnostics to identify exactly what’s driving your symptoms, then deliver targeted, in-office treatments customized to your unique ocular surface profile. Most patients have tried drops for years without real relief. We offer something different.
DO YOU HAVE DRY EYE?
Dry eye affects millions of adults and is frequently undertreated. If you experience any of the following, a dry eye evaluation is recommended:
• Burning, stinging, or persistent irritation
• Gritty or foreign body sensation
• Watery or fluctuating vision
• Contact lens discomfort or intolerance
• Eye fatigue during screen use
• Redness or light sensitivity
• Blurry vision that clears with blinking
HOW WE DIAGNOSE DRY EYE
Before any treatment, we perform a comprehensive evaluation of your ocular surface. This is what separates a real dry eye practice from a general exam.
• Meibography - advanced imaging of your meibomian glands to assess structure and blockage
• MMP-9 testing- Detects inflammatory markers on the ocular surface
• Tear film stability analysis - evaluates how quickly your tear film breaks down
• Ocular surface staining - identifies damage to the cornea and conjunctiva
• Schirmer's Testing- measures tear production to determine if your eyes are producing enough natural tears
• Full symptom history and medical review
OUR TREATMENTS
We offer advanced, in-office treatments designed to restore gland function, reduce inflammation, and provide long-term relief from dry eye/.
RF THERAPY - FORMA-I
Restores Meibomian Gland Function
• Gently heats the eyelids to liquefy blocked oils
• Improves natural tear stability
• Enhances comfort and vision clarity
• Feels like a warm, relaxing eye massage
Lumecca-I (IPL)
Targets Inflammation & Redness
• Reduces inflammation along the eyelid margin
• Improves tear film quality
• Helps decrease redness and irritation
• Quick, light-based treatment
Celluma (Light Therapy)
• Low-level light therapy to reduce inflammation
• Supports healing of the ocular surface
• Comfortable, non-invasive treatment
Improve Tear Retention
Lacrifill & Punctal Plugs
• Helps retain your natural tears on the eye surface
• Reduces dryness and irritation
• Simple, in-office procedures
Increase Tear Production
Tyrvaya® (Nasal Spray)
• Stimulates natural tear production through neural pathways
• Works quickly and is easy to use
iTEAR® Neurostimulation
• Device-based stimulation of natural tear production
• Drug-free option for tear stimulation
Why This Matters
Dry eye is multifactorial — involving gland dysfunction, inflammation, and reduced tear production.
We combine therapies to treat all components, not just symptoms.
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Patient testimonials
Before After
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"The treatments have provided major relief of my dry eye symptoms and my vision has improved since completing my fourth session. I no longer feel that burning and scratchy sensation in my eyes and have stopped using my regular eyedrops since they were not helping. My under eye bags are less noticeable and the overall skin that was treated has a smoother appearance."
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Before After
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"As an accountant, I spend long hours in front of screens, which made my dry eyes a constant issue. After undergoing Forma-i radio frequency therapy, I’ve noticed a huge improvement. I no longer need to use as many eye drops for relief, and my eyes feel much more comfortable throughout the day." |
Before After
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"I was experiencing dryness in my eyes for the last ten plus years, on and off.
I experienced random redness, burning and stabbing pains in my eyes time to time. I had heaviness and tiredness in my eyes on a daily basis at my work. That improved slightly since retiring, but didn’t go away entirely. After starting my treatment for dry eyes with Forma i, my symptoms of dryness, heaviness and desire to close them all the time, improved hugely. I less depend on artificial tear drops now. As a nice addition to the improvement of my symptoms, my wrinkles and swelling of my eyelids improved too. Now my eyes also look years younger since I finished my entire course of treatment. I highly recommend treatment with Forma i for your dry eyes and to help rejuvenate your eyelids." |
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