If your eyes constantly feel dry, tired, or irritated, especially in Calgary’s dry climate, it may be time for a professional dry eye assessment. At Blink Eyewear, we help patients at our Crowfoot, West Springs, and Creekside locations uncover the root causes of dry eye symptoms and offer effective solutions, from Revital-Eyes IPL/RF therapy to personalized at-home care. Don't ignore the discomfort; dry eye disease can worsen over time without treatment. Contact us to book your dry eye assessment and find lasting relief that goes beyond artificial drops.
When Should You Worry About Burning or Tired Eyes?
Everyone gets dry or tired eyes once in a while. But if you find yourself constantly reaching for drops, squinting at screens, or rubbing your eyes throughout the day, it might be more than just fatigue.
At Blink Eyewear, we see many Calgary patients who’ve lived with dry eye symptoms for months (or years) before realizing there are real solutions. Dry eye disease is progressive, meaning it can get worse over time, but it’s also manageable with the right care.
Knowing when to get a dry eye assessment is the first step toward lasting relief.
Top Symptoms That Point to Dry Eye Disease
Dry eye symptoms often get brushed off as general tiredness, allergies, or “just part of life.” But when they persist, they’re worth investigating. Common signs include:
- Burning or stinging sensation
- Eye fatigue or heavy eyelids by mid-day
- Blurred vision that improves with blinking
- Watery eyes (yes, this is actually a sign of dryness)
- Redness or itchiness
- Light sensitivity
- Discomfort wearing contact lenses
If you experience two or more of these symptoms regularly, your eyes may be struggling to produce healthy, balanced tears.
What Happens During a Dry Eye Assessment?
At Blink Eyewear, we offer comprehensive dry eye evaluations at all three locations — Crowfoot, West Springs, and Creekside. During your appointment, we:
- Evaluate your tear quality and quantity
- Examine the meibomian glands that help produce tear oil
- Use advanced tools to assess inflammation and tear film stability
- Identify if your dryness is due to evaporation, poor oil production, or underlying inflammation
This lets us create a tailored treatment plan based on what’s actually causing your symptoms — not just mask them with over-the-counter drops.
Effective Treatments for Long-Term Relief
We don’t just treat dry eye symptoms, we treat the cause. Depending on your specific needs, we may recommend:
- Revital-Eyes IPL or RF therapy to improve meibomian gland function
- Prescription eye drops or lubricants for chronic dryness
- Lid hygiene treatments or heat masks for at-home use
- Lifestyle adjustments to reduce screen time strain and environmental triggers
These treatments can dramatically improve your comfort and restore your eyes’ natural moisture balance.
Don’t Let Discomfort Become the New Normal
Burning, itchy, or tired eyes don’t have to be part of your everyday life — and relief might be closer than you think. At Blink Eyewear, we help patients across Calgary take control of their dry eye symptoms with expert assessments and advanced treatment options like Revital-Eyes IPL and RF therapy. Contact us today to book your dry eye consultation in Crowfoot, West Springs, or Creekside and start seeing (and feeling) better.