Airis Eye & Wellness is proud to offer modern, evidence-based solutions for dry eye disease, combining advanced procedural eye care with personalized, non-invasive treatments tailored to your unique condition. Ocular surface disease, also known as dry eye disease, can occur from certain medications, naturally by aging, or as a symptom arising from systemic diseases, such as Sjogren’s syndrome, Rheumatoid arthritis, or lupus. If you have a minor case of dry eye, you may be experiencing irritation, excessive tearing, fluctuating vision, and/or a burning sensation in your eyes.
Dry eye is one of the most prevalent eye conditions, and patients often only use artificial tears, which do not provide complete relief. If dry eye is left untreated, it can eventually lead to severely debilitating symptoms, affecting the quality of life. Early intervention is key to managing this complex and chronic disease.
Dry eye disease occurs when your eyes don't produce enough tears — or produce poor-quality tears — to keep the cornea properly lubricated and healthy.
Unlike other tissues, your cornea has no blood vessels. It depends entirely on the tear film for oxygen, nutrients, and protection. When this system breaks down, inflammation and discomfort follow.
The most common culprit is Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) — a blockage of the oil-producing glands along the eyelid margin. When these glands fail, tears evaporate too quickly, setting off a cycle of dryness, inflammation, and worsening gland damage.
Breaking this cycle is the goal of every treatment we offer. Excessive dry eyes, or dry eye symptoms that go untreated, have the potential to damage eye tissue, scar your corneas, and impair your vision. Determining the cause of dry eye is the first step to proper treatment. We can help you find the right solution for you that best suits your eye health needs.
Airis Eye offers a curated suite of clinically proven, non-invasive treatments. After a thorough evaluation, we build a customized protocol targeting the specific drivers of your dry eye — whether gland blockage, inflammation, lid laxity, or all three.
The only treatment that simultaneously addresses the lid muscle, skin, and gland function. EMFACE® Eyes combines two synchronized energies to restore the full blink cycle — the foundation of healthy tear distribution.
A complete blink is essential. Incomplete blinking is a leading — and often overlooked — cause of dry eye. EMFACE® strengthens the orbicularis oculi muscle to restore full, effective lid closure with every blink.
OptiLIGHT is a light-based treatment that uses precise, intense broad spectrum light to address signs of dry eye disease due to meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). MGD is the most common cause of dry eye disease, accounting for about 86% of cases8. The treatment addresses inflammation, which is one of the key underlying factors in MGD.
OptiLIGHT was specifically developed to reach the delicate contours of the treated area safely, effectively, and gently using the OPT™ technology. It is intended for use in patients who are at least 22 years old, together with other available treatments, such as Meibomian gland expression, artificial tear lubricants, and warm compresses.
Envision and Airis Eye & Wellness offer a non-surgical, non-drug therapy to treat the cause of dry eye and improve quality of life! Envision is the new in-office standard revolutionizing ocular care procedures for the treatment of meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) and the symptoms of dry eye disease (DED). The non-surgical ophthalmic device delivers bipolar radiofrequency (RF) and intense pulsed light (IPL) with precision depth control, treating the periorbital area and relieving inflammation of meibomian glands and eye irritation.
Amniotic membranes help dry eyes by providing a healing layer that reduces inflammation and promotes tissue repair. They are rich in proteins and growth factors that help the eye heal and stay hydrated. This treatment protects the eye, reduces irritation, and helps relieve dryness, redness, and discomfort, especially in severe cases of dry eye.
PRP Eye Drops are made from a concentrated serum derived from the patient’s own blood, enriched with a high concentration of platelets and growth factors. When applied to the eyes, the drops help to promote tissue repair, reduce inflammation, and improve the natural healing processes of the eye tissues.
Key Benefits of PRP Eye Drops:
Acthar Gel is an injectable treatment for chronic or acute inflammatory and autoimmune conditions. It contains proteins and natural hormones similar to those in the body and can be administered using a vial and syringe or the Acthar® Gel SelfJect™ pre-filled injector.
Lacrifill Canalicular Gel is an FDA-approved, crosslinked hyaluronic acid (HA) hydrogel that occludes the canaliculus, blocking tear drainage and maintaining moisture on the ocular surface for up to six months. It offers a safe, non-invasive, and longer-lasting alternative to traditional punctal plugs for effective dry eye relief.
Avenova is lab tested and clinically proven to be the most effective lid and lash solution available without a prescription. This spray gently removes bacteria on lids and lashes without drying or irritating the sensitive skin around your eyes which helps relieve chronic eye conditions like dry eye disease. Don’t be fooled by cheaper alternatives, Avenova is THE ONLY truly pure antimicrobial solution on the market. Previously available by prescription only, the #1 Dr. recommended brand is now available without a doctor’s prescription.
