Dry eyes can indicate underlying health issues, environmental challenges, or both. Understanding the common causes of dry eye conditions can help you better treat the root cause rather than the symptom. At UELC's dry eye treatment center, we specialize in diagnosing the root causes of dry eye, offering personalized treatment plans, and ensuring lasting relief and improved eye health.

Dry Eye Syndrome is more than just an occasional irritation—it's a medically recognized condition that can significantly impact your quality of life, particularly if left untreated. At U Eye Laser Cosmetic (UELC), we prioritize early diagnosis and personalized care to preserve both your vision and comfort. If you're based in Brampton, Vaughan, or Scarborough and have experienced chronic eye discomfort, it's important to understand the symptoms of Dry Eye Syndrome and what they may signal about your ocular health.

August 17, 2025

The Dry Eye Institute provides comprehensive care for all levels of dry eye. Our treatments include advanced therapies like PRP, and we offer maintenance programs for ongoing eye health. Our goal is to relieve discomfort and improve the quality of life for our patients. With our team of ocular hygienists and personalized care plans, we address the critical needs of dry eye sufferers, ensuring they receive the best possible treatment and relief.

July 5, 2024

Dry eye, also known as keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS) or dry eye syndrome, is a common condition that occurs when the eyes do not produce enough tears to keep them lubricated. This can cause mild discomfort or lead to more serious symptoms such as blurred vision and damage to the surface of the eye.

March 5, 2024

At the UELC’s Dry Eye Institute we provide comprehensive care for patients suffering from dry eye syndrome. Our experienced and full spectrum of eye health care providers, use advanced diagnostic tools and a range of treatments tailored to your specific condition to help alleviate symptoms and improve overall eye health.

November 17, 2024

Dry eye laser treatment (also known as PRK or photorefractive keratectomy) is a relatively new technology for treating dry eye. It involves the use of lasers to reshape your cornea and increase tear production in the eyes. This type of treatment has many benefits: it can be done on an outpatient basis, takes only a few minutes, and has been shown to be effective in reducing symptoms of dry eye.

October 9, 2024

The majority of patients with dry eye symptoms have a glandular dysfunction known as Evaporative Dry Eye.

May 9, 2024

Normally, basal tears provide continuous lubrication and flow across the cornea every time the eye blinks.

May 9, 2024