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Dry Eye Treatment in Thornton

Offering Lasting Relief For Dry, Itchy & Gritty Eyes

(303) 254-4888

Tired of your eyes constantly watering?

Want to find a solution for your red, dry, itchy eyes?

Dry eye disease can seriously harm your quality of life. It can cause severe irritation and even infection in severe cases.

Symptoms of dry eye disease include:

  • Red, dry eyes
  • Itchiness in and around the eye
  • A gritty-feeling in the eye
  • Light sensitivity
  • Excessive watering of the eyes

Visit Best Eyecare Associates for effective and lasting dry eye relief.

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How Dry Eye Disease Develops & How to Treat It

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Dry eye disease is an increasingly common eye condition that can happen either because the eye is not producing enough tears, or because tears are evaporating too quickly, leaving the eyes without enough moisture to function comfortably.

This can happen for several reasons including allergies, side effects from medications, hormonal changes, and illness.

Depending on the cause and exact symptoms of your dry eyes, our Thornton eye doctors will be able to prescribe treatments and medications aimed at increasing the amount of tears your eye produces and/or slowing the evaporation of tears to better hydrate your eyes.


What Are the Main Causes of Dry Eye?

  • Aging

    Dry eye disease tends to affect people over the age of 50. This is because tear production slows as we age. As the lacrimal glands produce fewer tears, dry eye develops.

  • Hormonal changes

    It's not uncommon for some women to experience dry eye symptoms during pregnancy, menopause, or while using birth control pills. That's because hormone imbalances can reduce tear production.

  • Autoimmune disease

    Certain autoimmune diseases, like Sjögren’s syndrome, can cause white blood cells to attack your tear glands, thus reducing tear production. Other diseases like arthritis, lupus, and diabetes can also cause poor or insufficient tear production.

  • Medications

    Certain medications can reduce mucus production (one of the 3 tear components) thus contributing to chronic dry eye.

    They include antihistamines, antidepressants, diuretics, and beta-blockers.

Note that this is just a handful of causes. There are many other factors that can contribute to dry eye, including pollution and dry air, allergies, poor tear quality, dehydration, contact lens wear, and more.


Dry Eyes FAQs

Can I still wear contact lenses if I have dry eye syndrome?

Yes, some people can still wear contact lenses with dry eye syndrome. However, depending on its severity, you may need to carefully select the adequate contact lens for optimal clarity and comfort.

Oftentimes, because contact lenses sit on the eye, it's difficult for vital oxygen to reach the eye. This can worsen dry eye symptoms, and increase the risk of scratching or otherwise damaging your eye. Make sure to ask your eye doctor which contact lenses are most adapted to your condition.

Can dry eye syndrome be cured?

Unfortunately, there is no known cure for dry eye syndrome. There are, however, many treatment options that offer lasting dry eye relief.

Can dry eye syndrome cause blindness?

In rare extreme cases, dry eye syndrome can cause corneal ulcers. These ulcers can result in scarring on the eye, making it difficult for the cornea to focus light accurately. If left untreated, corneal ulcers and the associated scarring can result in blindness.

How can I prevent dry eye symptoms?

Below are a few tips that will help prevent dry eye symptoms:

  • Point fans, heaters, and air vents so that they don’t directly blow into your eyes
  • Eat foods high in omega-3 fatty acids
  • Stay properly hydrated
  • Take breaks during long tasks, especially those that require extended visual focus
Patient Reviews
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- Jan. 07, 2025
Out of all the eye doctors I have seen here in Colorado. Dr. Best is actually the best eye doctor ar... ound. I would never recommend any other professional other than Dr. Best. Her name speaks for itself.
- Dec. 28, 2024
Dr. Best and her team are all so knowledgeable, caring and friendly.
- Dec. 27, 2024
After being underwhelmed by our previous optometry office, we decided to book our annual vision exam... s at Best Eyecare Associates—and we are so glad we did! Dr. Best and her staff are absolutely amazing. I have both kids and myself who need glasses, and Dr. Best was incredibly patient, managing multiple exams at the same time with ease. Her staff was also very patient and helpful, walking us through our vision care benefits and assisting us in choosing glasses that fit both our needs and faces perfectly. I highly recommend this office for anyone in need of excellent vision care!
- Nov. 28, 2024
Dr Best is very thorough and I was impressed by her staff this time for their thoroughness as well.
- Nov. 20, 2024
Excellent from first greeting to goodbye with a clear plan in place!
- Nov. 13, 2024
Super nice staff.
- Oct. 23, 2024
THE most professional optometry office experience in my many years of having eye exams! Front desk,... technician, doctor… all competent, knowledgeable, personable people. The exam itself was most comprehensive; Dr Best took her time and was thorough in both treatment and explanation of her findings with regard to my particular eye care needs. I highly recommend this practice!
- Aug. 22, 2024
Highly recommend, they were just wonderful with my 4 year old and made the whole process super easy....
- Aug. 19, 2024
We've been patients of Best Eyecare Associates since Dr. Best opened her practice. The staff does a... wonderful job caring for our family's eyecare needs.
- Jul. 31, 2024
Professionalism, Care and concern for well being. Excellent staff
- Jul. 29, 2024
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- Jul. 24, 2024
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- May. 17, 2024
I have always been treated well and taken care of with kindness.
- May. 15, 2024
The exam was thorough and everyone was great to work with.
- May. 11, 2024
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- May. 05, 2024
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- Apr. 29, 2024
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- Apr. 26, 2024
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- Apr. 17, 2024
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- Feb. 12, 2024
The staff at Best Eyecare is extremely friendly and welcoming. They always put their patients first.... Dr. Best is professional and able to answer my treatment questions. I’ve been a client for about four years and their care is consistent and top notch.

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Dry Eyes Treatment in Thornton

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