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Dry Eye Treatment in Sylvania

Offering Lasting Relief For Dry, Itchy & Gritty Eyes

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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 Cherry Vision Center 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 Sylvania 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. 13, 2025
The staff and Dr. Holler were incredible! My daughter has very high anxiety and adhd. Paying attenti... on, answering questions, and doing new things can be extremely difficult for her. It's so relieving to see my child treated with immense patience and kindness. I know it's tricky when she's popping out of the chair or not giving great feedback. But the staff never let it show if they were frustrated. We scheduled a 2nd appointment to dilate her eyes and she was very scared but wow they were patient. I forget the name of who was helping us, Brionna I think? She did a great job talking my girl through it and not forcing anything upon her. She demonstrated eyedrops on herself and was just really patient till we could get it done. When it came time to wear some silly glasses with changeable lenses my daughter was too scared to try. Dr. Holler ended up giving my girl the glasses off her own face because my daughter thought they were pretty. And what luck their prescriptions are similar! It was a joy watching all the symbols get named with ease instead of hearing "I can't see it". I'm so pleased with how everything turned out. We've had a stressful couple of months and I'm so happy to walk away with a happy kid who's not scared to ever go back to the eye doctor. I will definitely be recommending this business to others
- Sep. 06, 2025
I love this place!! I recommend it to everyone! Everybody here is so kind. My son who is 4 just had ... to get his first pair of glasses, he can be difficult at times because he’s not a big fan of doctors and he’s not a big fan of being messed with. When I was trying to try on glasses on him he was having a MELTDOWN and the really kind lady showed me some Dilli Dalli glasses, which is what we ended up going with ! They were trying everything to try and calm him down. I love and appreciate people who are kind and patient with my son because sometimes it’s a lot during his meltdowns. Today is day 2 of him having his glasses and he’s really getting used to them!! I love this place.
- Jul. 10, 2025
Awesome place to purchase the most stylish eyeglasses; friendly and knowledgeable staff!
- Jun. 26, 2025
Always great Service
- Jun. 09, 2025
They were very professional and right on time
- Mar. 07, 2025
The best place in Toledo to get glasses...
- Mar. 04, 2025
The eye doctors and the others in the office were very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Highly r... ecommended. They got me in for the appointment and got me out. Also helped me with figuring out the best price packages for me.
- Feb. 16, 2025
Friendly staff. Everyone was very helpful. Answered all my questions.
- Jan. 26, 2025
Wonderful staff and doctor.
- Jan. 22, 2025
I would recommend Cherry vision to anyone looking for a pleasant experience with nice, friendly staf... f and knowledgeable, professional doctors. Dr. Cherry was great with my children. I was very satisfied with the exam they received.
- Jan. 11, 2025
Amazing staff, Dr. Holler is very patient and helpful. I have been going to this office for years an... d have had a great experience every visit.
- Jan. 09, 2025
Front desk was very nice and even took the extra time to see if there were any additional discounts ... with my husband’s discount card from his employee.
- Dec. 06, 2024
It was a good experience are you out of this the second year I use the service
- Nov. 25, 2024
Excellent and professional staff!
- Nov. 22, 2024
Friendly staff, was seen at my scheduled time, doctor was knowledgeable! Happy with my eye exam & c... ontacts options 🙂
- Nov. 13, 2024
The staff and Dr.'s are amazing
- Nov. 11, 2024
They got me in within a week when other places couldn't. Great service and experience.
- Oct. 14, 2024
We love going to Cherry Vision, everyone there is always very friendly and polite and we have never ... had an issue with anything!
- Oct. 10, 2024
I really love the care I received at Cherry Vision. Every experience is a positive one.
- Aug. 24, 2024
Doctors and staff were very knowledgeable and thorough with everything they did. This was a follow ... up visit after cataract surgery in both eyes that went very well.

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Dry Eyes Treatment in Sylvania

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Hours
  • Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
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