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The Midwest Experience: How Our Approach to Dry Eye Treatment Is Different
Don't suffer needlessly — let us make your eyes better
The number of people struggling with chronic dry eye syndrome is growing. Millions suffer every day, and our increasing reliance on screens and indoor environments is worsening the problem. Thankfully, we chose our Midwest Dry Eye Center team for their expertise and passion for treating dry eye disease. We excel at offering what others can’t: an entire optometry practice focused on eliminating chronic dry eye symptoms that are maddening, worsen when left untreated, and almost never disappear on their own.
Don’t put it off any longer; schedule your dry eye assessment and see the difference an experienced hand can make.
What is dry eye disease?
First, there's one important thing to know: Dry eye is a disease, not a symptom.
Blinking covers your eyes with tears so the surface remains hydrated and clear. Dry eye syndrome interferes with this process, lowering the tear film quality and making the eye surface dry. Most cases of dry eye are a type called evaporative dry eye, which blocked oil glands cause. Left untreated, those blockages worsen and can lead to further complications, including inflammation and corneal damage. Our team offers tailored treatment plans to eliminate symptoms and provides the solutions you need to experience sustained comfort.
Symptoms of Dry Eye Disease
The following symptoms are common in people who suffer from dry eye. If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, it is important to schedule an appointment with your eye doctor before the condition worsens:
- Eye redness
- A stinging or scratchy feeling in the eye
- Irritation
- Sensitivity to light
- Difficulty wearing contact lenses
- Watery eyes
Solution-Oriented Dry Eye Care in Illinois
Many patients need help handling a combination of factors, including inflammation and clogged oil glands, which compromise your eyes' tear film. Our team’s root cause treatment will restore your tear film and eliminate symptoms so you can work and watch TV free of dry, itchy eyes.
We don’t just shine a light in your eyes and give you drops, we do a deep dive to determine exactly what your needs are and implement a targeted plan to give you total support. Schedule your dry eye assessment.
Meet the Dry Eye Team
Dr. Todd Cohan received his Doctor of Optometry degree from the Illinois College of Optometrists (ICO) in 2001. Using his personalized approach...
Dr. Jacqueline Cozzone is excited to serve patients of all ages in the Long Grove community. After receiving her Bachelor’s degree in Biology/Pre-optometry...
Emily Pott, O.D. provides comprehensive eye examinations to patients of all ages. Her areas of interest include specialty contact lenses and pediatrics...
Dr. Judith Lee, O.D. graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a degree in biological sciences and a minor in psychology. She has received...