Monday, July 28, 2025
There are many treatments available for dry eye disease. For people with mild dry eye disease, at-home remedies such as warm compresses and over-the-counter artificial tears may be sufficient in alleviating most of the symptoms.
People with moderate to advanced dry eye disease need further treatment such as preservation therapies that keep tears on the eyes longer, protective therapies like goggles and contact lenses, or anti-inflammatory treatments like topical steroids. At the Waterloo Eye Institute, two advanced treatment options available are intense pulsed light (IPL) and amniotic membrane therapies. Dr. C. Lisa Prokopich explains these treatments.
