Dry Eye and Eye Care from an Optometrist Near You in Boston, MA

If your eyes often feel gritty, itchy, or like they’re burning, you might be dealing with dry eye. It’s one of the most common eye complaints we hear at Eyes Over Copley in Boston, MA. It doesn’t always go away on its own. Left untreated, it can interfere with reading, working at a screen, or even just blinking comfortably. The good news is that there are ways to manage it—and in many cases, improve it.

What Is Dry Eye?

Dry eye happens when your eyes don’t produce enough tears, or the tears they do make don’t work the way they should. A healthy tear film keeps the surface of your eyes moist, smooth, and protected. When that balance breaks down, the result is irritation.

Common symptoms include:

●             A sandy or scratchy feeling

●             Redness or watering

●             Light sensitivity

●             Blurred vision that comes and goes

●             Feeling like something is stuck in your eye

It might seem strange that watery eyes can be a sign of dryness but that often means your body is trying to make up for poor-quality tears.

What Causes It?

There are a few different causes. For some people, dry eye is tied to age—tear production naturally slows over time. For others, it’s linked to screen use, contact lens wear, dry air, or certain medications. Conditions like blepharitis or autoimmune disorders can also play a role.

Diagnosis at the Clinic

At Eyes Over Copley, we use several tools to get a clear look at your tear film and eye surface. This helps us figure out what kind of dry eye you have—whether it’s from low tear volume, poor oil content in the tears, or something else.

Knowing the source helps guide the right treatment plan. It’s like checking the map before heading out on a trail—finding the best route makes all the difference.

How We Treat Dry Eye

Treatment often starts with the basics: lubricating drops, warm compresses, or lifestyle changes like taking more screen breaks. But for chronic cases, we may use:

●             Prescription eye drops to reduce inflammation

●             Punctal plugs to keep tears on the surface longer

●             In-office treatments to unclog blocked oil glands

●             Nutritional support, like omega-3 supplements

Get Dry Eye Treatment from an Optometrist Near You

Dry eye may seem small, but it can wear you down day after day. You don’t have to keep blinking through the discomfort. At Eyes Over Copley, your eye doctor in Boston, MA, we work with you to find the right balance of comfort and care.

If your eyes are sending the signal, don’t ignore it. Call us at (617) 859-0630 for dry eye treatment from an optometrist near you.