Dry Eye Treatment in Los Angeles

Office of Dr. Ferzaad Moosa

Do your eyes feel gritty, burn, or water excessively? You are not alone, and you don’t have to live with the discomfort. At Excel Laser Vision Institute, we offer advanced diagnostic and therapeutic solutions for Dry Eye Disease.

Many patients believe that dry eyes are just a temporary annoyance, but chronic dry eye is actually a progressive condition. While over-the-counter drops provide temporary relief, our goal is to identify and treat the root cause of your dryness for long-term comfort and ocular health.

Understanding Dry Eye Syndrome

Dry Eye Disease occurs when your eyes do not produce enough tears or when the tears evaporate too quickly. This instability leaves the eye’s surface exposed and irritated.

Common Symptoms Include:

The Root Cause: It’s Usually Not “Lack of Water”

While some patients lack tear volume (Aqueous Deficiency), the vast majority of dry eye cases (nearly 86%) are caused by Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD).

The meibomian glands in your eyelids produce the oil layer of your tear film. If these glands become blocked, your tears evaporate almost instantly. At Excel Laser Vision Institute, we focus on unblocking these glands and restoring a healthy tear film.

Our Treatment Options at Excel Laser Vision Institute

We move beyond standard artificial tears to offer medical-grade treatments tailored to the severity of your condition.

1. Prescription Therapies

For chronic inflammation, over-the-counter drops are often insufficient. Our doctors may prescribe specialized anti-inflammatory eye drops (such as Restasis, Xiidra, or steroid therapies) to calm the eye surface and increase natural tear production.

2. Punctal Plugs

This is a simple, painless, and reversible method to keep your natural tears on your eye longer. Tiny, biocompatible plugs are inserted into the tear ducts (puncta) to block drainage, effectively raising the “water level” in your eye.

3. Advanced In-Office Procedures

For patients with MGD (blocked oil glands), we offer advanced thermal pulsation or heat-based treatments. These procedures gently warm the eyelids to liquefy the trapped oils and massage the glands to clear obstructions, restoring the natural lipid layer of your tears.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why do I get dry eyes from looking at screens?

When you stare at a computer or phone, your blink rate drops significantly. Blinking is the mechanism that spreads fresh oil and tears across the eye. Reduced blinking causes the tear film to evaporate, leading to “Digital Eye Strain.”

Can LASIK cause dry eyes?

LASIK can cause temporary dryness during the healing process. However, we aggressively treat dry eye before any refractive surgery to ensure the best possible outcomes. If you have severe chronic dry eye, we may recommend PRK or other alternatives.

Is there a permanent cure?

Dry Eye is typically a chronic condition that needs to be managed rather than “cured” once and for all. However, with the right combination of office treatments and home care, most patients can remain symptom-free and comfortable.

Specialized Eye Care at Excel Laser Vision Institute

Excel Laser Vision Institute is led by Medical Director Dr. Ferzaad Moosa, a Harvard-trained ophthalmologist dedicated to comprehensive eye health.

Because Dry Eye is a complex disease requiring consistent management, we have a specialized clinical team and contract with expert associates who focus on ocular surface disease. This ensures that you receive a customized treatment plan—ranging from prescription management to procedural intervention—designed specifically for your eyes.

Take the Next Step Toward Relief

Stop relying on artificial tears every hour. Treat the source of the problem.

Schedule Your Dry Eye Evaluation Today

Contact Excel Laser Vision Institute to find the right solution for your dry, irritated eyes.