Dry Eye Treatment in Costa Mesa, CA

Dry eye can make everyday tasks feel uncomfortable, from reading and driving to working on a screen. At Jeffrey H. Brown Optometry, we provide dry eye treatment with a personalized approach focused on identifying the cause of your symptoms and recommending care that supports lasting relief.


What Is Dry Eye?

Dry eye happens when your eyes do not produce enough tears or when the tear film is unstable. For many patients, the issue is linked to meibomian gland dysfunction, also known as MGD. These glands help produce the oil layer of your tears, which keeps moisture from evaporating too quickly. When they become blocked or are not functioning well, symptoms can become persistent.
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Other dry eye triggers can include long hours on digital devices, dry or windy environments, allergies, certain medications, contact lens wear, aging, hormonal changes, and underlying health conditions. Because several factors can contribute to dry eye at the same time, a thorough evaluation can help determine what is affecting your tear film and guide a more effective treatment plan.


Personalized Dry Eye Evaluations

Effective dry eye treatment starts with a careful evaluation. At Jeffrey H. Brown Optometry, we take time to understand your symptoms, lifestyle, eye health, and tear film quality. This helps us determine whether your dry eye is related to inflammation, tear evaporation, gland blockage, contact lens wear, environmental factors, or a combination of causes. A detailed exam can help guide the right treatment plan rather than relying only on temporary relief from over-the-counter drops.


LipiFlow for Dry Eye Relief

LipiFlow is an in-office treatment designed to help patients with dry eye caused by meibomian gland dysfunction. It uses controlled heat and gentle pressure to help clear blocked glands and support healthier oil flow in the tear film.

For patients whose dry eye is related to MGD, LipiFlow may help improve tear stability and reduce symptoms over time. It is often recommended when at-home treatments, artificial tears, or warm compresses are not providing enough relief.


When To Consider Dry Eye Treatment

You may benefit from a dry eye evaluation if you experience:

  • Burning, stinging, or scratchy eyes

  • Redness or irritation that keeps coming back

  • Blurry vision that changes throughout the day

  • Watery eyes caused by poor tear quality

  • Discomfort during screen use or reading

  • Contact lens dryness or reduced wearing time

  • Symptoms that do not improve with eye drops alone


A Treatment Plan Built Around Your Eyes

Dry eye is not the same for every patient, which is why treatment should not be one-size-fits-all. Depending on your exam findings, your care plan may include LipiFlow, artificial tears, lid hygiene, lifestyle guidance, prescription options, or other recommendations to improve comfort and support your tear film. Our goal is to help patients manage dry eye with care that addresses the source of the problem, not just the symptoms.

If dry eye symptoms are affecting your comfort or vision, schedule a consultation with Jeffrey H. Brown Optometry at 1175 Baker St. E-16, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, or call (714) 710-8062 today.


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