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Dry Eye Treatment in Tucson

Offering Lasting Relief For Dry, Itchy & Gritty Eyes

(520) 884-9600

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 Silverbell EyeCare EyeCare 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 Tucson 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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- May. 26, 2025
Entire staff and process was excellent. Would highly recommend to everyone.
- May. 14, 2025
I have been a patient of Dr. Baim for over 25 years. He and his staff (who have changed over the yea... rs but the quality remains the same) are professional, efficient and helpful. I highly recommend Silver Bell EyeCare.
- May. 06, 2025
Very friendly place .
- May. 03, 2025
Highly recommend Silverbell Eye Care. My spouse and I have been coming here for years, we receive ex... cellent care from both Dr. Fuhr and Dr. Baim. The front staff (even though it's changed throughout the years) has always been helpful, kind, and pleasant.
- Apr. 07, 2025
Best eye doc in Tucson for sure.
- Feb. 22, 2025
Thursday, February 20th was my first time here. My dad's been coming here for years, and has said gr... eat things about Silverbell Eye Care.Mercedes checked me in, and she was very pleasant, then Veronica did all the pre-vision testing, and was fun to talk too, and she explained what tests she would be doing, then Dr. Fuhr did the eye exam. He was knowledgeable and explained everything about my eyes very well, so I could understand. Andres checked me out, and he helped explain what my insurance would cover for a new pair of reading glasses. I was very pleased with Silverbell Eye Care Center!
- Feb. 05, 2025
Professional
- Jan. 31, 2025
Would recommend, staff is friendly and helpful, Dr. Fuhr got my new prescription and answered my que... stions/addressed some eye issues i was having with a kind and efficient manner. I did not feel rushed even though I was likely the last appointment of the day.
- Nov. 02, 2024
Dr. Baim is very thorough and professional.
- Oct. 29, 2024
Relaxing and professional
- Oct. 29, 2024
Dr. Baim was very informative about the health of my eyes and the staff there is very professional a... nd friendly.
- Oct. 21, 2024
Dr. Fuhr is very professional, knowledgeable, and thorough! He was not rushed. And he listened to my... concerns. I highly recommend him! The office staff were very attentive!
- Oct. 14, 2024
We had trouble finding the absolute right contacts and prescription and they never gave up. Marlena ... is super helpful and the women at the front desk are never short tempered and always smiling and professional
- Oct. 05, 2024
Super friendly,clean, professional. I had a quick enjoyable visit
- Aug. 11, 2024
Excellent & Professional service!
- Jun. 19, 2024
Friendly staff, easy to schedule appointments, competent physicians.
- May. 28, 2024
Dr Baim was so knowledgeable & friendly we been seeing him for over 20years.
- May. 27, 2024
Everyone was friendly and helpful.
- May. 14, 2024
Dr. Fuhr is an amazing, professional, knowledgeable, compassionate, doctor. I am comfortable with hi... s plan to proceed forward with my eye care. The staff are so kind, knowledgeable, & caring.
- May. 05, 2024
... best Optometrist I've ever visited, Dr. Furh ... patient, direct and concise while supporting st... aff members were extremely helpful!

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