Why Calgary Makes Dry Eye Worse
✔ Low humidity – Winters sap moisture from eyes.
✔ High winds – Chinooks increase evaporation.
✔ Altitude & UV exposure – More glare = more strain.
Common signs:
- Gritty or burning sensation
- Watery eyes (paradoxical overcompensation)
- Blurry vision by afternoon
Our In-Clinic Dry Eye Treatments
1. LipiFlow® Thermal Treatment
- What it does: Unclogs blocked meibomian glands (the root cause of 86% of dry eye cases).
- Best for: Chronic dryness, contact lens discomfort.
2. Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Therapy
- What it does: Reduces inflammation in eyelids.
- Best for: Rosacea-related dry eye.
3. Customized Eye Drops & Supplements
- Preservative-free formulas + omega-3 plans.
Eyewear That Protects & Heals
1. MoistureLock™ Frames
- Feature: Built-in humidity chambers (e.g., Ziena Eyewear).
- Ideal for: Post-treatment protection.
2. Blue Light + Anti-Glare Lenses
- Feature: Cuts digital strain (linked to reduced blinking).
3. Wraparound Sunglasses
- Brands: Maui Jim, Oakley with polarized shields.
3 Immediate Relief Tips (From Our Optometrists)
- Warm Compress – 5 mins/day with our TheraPearl Eye Mask.
- Humidifier Hack – Place one near your workspace.
- Avoid These: Fans blowing directly at your face, smoky environments.
