If your eyes often feel red, irritated, or gritty, you may be experiencing the effects of dry eye. This common condition affects millions and can interfere with your daily comfort and vision. At Keamy Eye & Laser Centre in Westborough, MA, we offer advanced treatment options, such as TearCare®, to help manage and relieve dry eye symptoms.
Dr. Jean E. Keamy, a board-certified ophthalmologist with medical training from Tufts Medical Center and fellowship experience at the Gimbel Eye Centre in Canada, leads our practice. With a strong foundation in both science and surgical care, Dr. Keamy provides expert guidance and personalized treatment to patients seeking long-term relief from dry eye.
What is Dry Eye?
Dry Eye is a widespread condition that can affect vision clarity and daily comfort. Its symptoms can be persistent or occasional and may include:
- A dry, scratchy, or irritated feeling
- Sensitivity to light
- Blurred vision
- A sensation of something in the eye
- Watery or teary eyes
At Keamy Eye & Laser Centre, we evaluate your tear function using targeted technologies to understand the cause of your symptoms. Dry Eye can significantly impact your quality of life and should be treated with care and precision.
What Causes Dry Eye?
Dry eye can be caused by a variety of environmental and health-related factors that affect the quality of your tears.
Tears have three layers:
- a mucus layer
- an aqueous (watery) layer
- a lipid (oily) layer
Tear film imbalances can affect how well your eyes feel and function. When the oil layer is lacking, tears evaporate too quickly, leading to symptoms like irritation, fluctuating vision, or watery eyes. Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) is a leading cause of this imbalance. It occurs when the eyelid's oil glands become blocked or underproduce, and directly impacts tear quality and long-term eye comfort. At Keamy Eye & Laser Centre, we examine your tear film and gland function to determine if MGD is a factor. If so, we'll recommend a tailored treatment approach to address the issue and help manage your dry eye symptoms more effectively.
How Is Dry Eye Treated?
Dry eye is not a one-size-fits-all condition, so treatment starts with understanding what’s behind your symptoms. Whether your tear film is unstable or your glands are blocked, we tailor each treatment plan based on your individual needs. Options range from over-the-counter lubricating drops to targeted therapies like prescription eye medications. In more advanced cases, we may recommend in-office treatments such as TearCare, which gently removes gland obstructions to improve oil flow and reduce tear evaporation.
TearCare: Innovative Technology for Lasting Relief
TearCare is a modern, FDA-cleared treatment designed to address dry eye caused by meibomian gland blockages. Unlike eye drops or at-home warm compresses, which offer temporary relief, TearCare targets the root cause of the condition.
During treatment, soft, flexible eyelid devices are applied to the eyes and gently warmed to a therapeutic temperature. This controlled heat helps to soften and melt blockages within the glands. After the warming phase, your eye care provider performs a manual expression of the glands to remove obstructions and restore natural oil flow.
The procedure takes about 20 to 30 minutes and is performed right here in our Westborough office. Most patients find it comfortable and appreciate that it fits easily into their schedules with minimal downtime.
Who Can Benefit From TearCare?
TearCare is ideal for patients who:
- Suffer from chronic dry eye or irritation
- Have been diagnosed with Meibomian Gland Dysfunction
- Haven't found lasting relief with artificial tears or compresses
- Prefer a non-surgical, in-office treatment option
If you've been struggling to find a solution that lasts, TearCare may be the breakthrough you've been looking for.
Why Choose Dr. Jean E. Keamy For TearCare?
Dr. Jean E. Keamy brings unmatched expertise and a deeply personal passion for vision care to every treatment she provides.
A board-certified ophthalmologist, she combines an Ivy League background in molecular biology from Princeton with medical training from SUNY Brooklyn, an MBA from NYU Stern, and advanced surgical fellowship experience at the renowned Gimbel Eye Center in Canada. Her residency at Tufts' New England Eye Center further sharpened her clinical skills in ophthalmology. As a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, Dr. Keamy stays at the forefront of innovation in eye care.
Her love for optics, shaped in part by her work as a semi-professional photographer, gives her a unique perspective and makes her an exceptional choice for TearCare and comprehensive dry eye treatment.
Find Relief for Dry Eye in Westborough, MA
Living with dry eye can make even the simplest tasks uncomfortable. At Keamy Eye & Laser Centre in Westborough, MA, we offer advanced solutions, such as TearCare, to help you regain clarity and comfort. This treatment is designed to address the root cause of your symptoms, rather than merely covering them up.
If you've been searching for lasting relief, we encourage you to take the next step. Contact us at 508.836.8733 to schedule your consultation. Your eyes deserve expert care, and we're ready to help you feel better every day.