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Dry Eye Treatment in Mount Scott - Arleta

Offering Lasting Relief For Dry, Itchy & Gritty Eyes

(503) 546-4460

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 Foster Vision 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 Mount Scott - Arleta 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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- Sep. 27, 2024
Good customer service very fast and efficient. Nice environment. 10/10 Nice collection of frames as ... well. I will be back!
- Sep. 13, 2024
Been coming to Foster Vision for years and the team is so wonderful, compassionate, supportive and Q... UICK. They have a great selection of eyewear and are very knowledgeable and helpful.
- Aug. 28, 2024
Had a really great experience here. I've been bouncing around eye doctors in Portland for 10 years a... nd finally found a place I'd love to come back to. Thank you to all the staff.
- Aug. 11, 2024
Great providers and support staff. Very professional and kind.
- Jul. 23, 2024
I really enjoyed my experience at Foster Vision! The appointment was smooth and seamless and the Dr.... is incredibly knowledgeable !!! I am so grateful to have found them and will most definitely be going back in for my next appointment/ check up. They also had a great selection of glasses !
- Jul. 09, 2024
It was amazing! Mariielle was professional and hilarious. The entire staff was great.. Definitely t... he most fun I’ve ever had an eye exam after nearly 50 years of being legally blind. I highly recommend foster vision!
- Jul. 09, 2024
Great people and atmosphere to be around! Doctor knows what she is doing and is very transparent. Ov... erall I had a fantastic experience at foster vision!
- Jul. 09, 2024
I absolutely love this place! Their staff is amazing and their service is top notch!
- Jul. 09, 2024
Everyone was wonderful!! I would definitely come back again
- Jul. 01, 2024
Staff were very friendly and easy going. Great communication and very helpful.
- Jul. 01, 2024
Great visit! Quick, painless, and nice selection of glasses!
- Jun. 27, 2024
Great experience. Professional, prompt and good utilization of my vision benefits! Thank you.
- Jun. 15, 2024
Wonderful doctor and outstanding care in regards to assisting me with picking out frames within my p... rice range and giving me advice on what fits, looks, the best on me. I had a very relaxing exam and I choose the doctor to be my annual eye doctor, absolutely wonderful. Highly recommended
- Jun. 15, 2024
Very professional and quick!
- Jun. 14, 2024
Friendliest eye doctor I’ve ever been to! I love going back here, they handle each customer with s... o much care every time I go in. I’ve never had a bad experience here, and plan to keep returning 🙂
- Jun. 11, 2024
Everyone was professional and friendly. I would recommend this establishment for your optical needs....
- Jun. 06, 2024
My visit was great . Friendly and knowledgeable staff thank you
- Jun. 04, 2024
was able to make an appointment quickly and easily, everyone i interacted with was very friendly and... accommodating! they were also upfront about any additional charges that my insurance wouldnt cover and didnt pressure me to make any purchases. overall a very pleasant experience!
- May. 31, 2024
I am officially a forever patient of Foster Vision. They got me in very quickly for an appointment, ... and Dr. Tong was so wonderful about working with me to get my contact prescription right. When I had a complication with my order (personal and not at all Foster Vision’s fault), everyone from the front desk staff to the actual owner of the practice (Dr. Kwon, an angel) was so accommodating and kind. They caught me on an absolutely horrible week and made me feel like saw me first as a human than just a patient. Thank you for everything, FV!
- May. 30, 2024
Excellent service and staff!

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Dry Eyes Treatment in Mount Scott - Arleta

Our optometry practice in Mount Scott - Arleta

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Hours
  • Monday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Tuesday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Saturday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sunday Closed
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  • VSP
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  • Aetna
  • Avesis
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  • First Choice Health
  • GEHA
  • MODA
  • United Healthcare
  • UMR

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(503) 546-4460