Prescription and Medical Care
Treat the Cause
Medical Dry Eye Treatment in Centennial
Once we know the cause of your dry eye, we build a plan that targets inflammation, protects your tears, and supports the health of your ocular surface. Not every patient needs the same treatment, so your plan follows what your evaluation found. Many options are covered by medical insurance.
What Our Centennial Dry Eye Treatments Include
Medical treatment goes beyond over-the-counter drops. Artificial tears can ease symptoms for a while, but they cannot unblock oil glands or calm the inflammation underneath, so relief fades. We match the therapy to the cause we found during your evaluation, and many patients do best with a combination of treatments rather than one alone. Some feel better within days, while other treatments work gradually over several weeks, and we explain what to expect before you begin.
Prescription Therapy for Dry Eye
When inflammation is driving your dry eye, prescription eye drops such as RESTASIS® and Xiidra® calm the immune response that keeps damaging your tear film. Not every patient needs prescription drops, which is why we tailor recommendations to your evaluation findings. We also treat related conditions, like blepharitis (eyelid inflammation) and ocular rosacea, that often come with dry eye.
In-Office Procedures That Protect Your Tears
- Punctal plugs that keep your tears on the eye longer
- Amniotic membrane therapy to support healing of the ocular surface
- Meibomian (oil gland) expression and lid care
- Warm compresses and an at-home lid hygiene plan
- Nutritional supplements that support tear quality
Insurance-Friendly Options First
You do not have to start with the most expensive option. Many dry eye treatments are covered by medical insurance and Medicare, and we build a plan that fits your coverage. We keep traditional options open for patients who cannot self-pay.
Start With Dry Eye Treatment in Centennial
Relief that lasts starts with the right plan. We care for patients across Centennial, Greenwood Village, Lone Tree, Cherry Creek, the Denver Tech Center, and Highlands Ranch.
Planning your visit? Start with an eye exam, and see our hours and location for directions and hours.