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Dry Eye Treatment in Higley Marketplace

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 Woolf Eye Care 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 Higley Marketplace 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 Treatment in Higley Marketplace

Our optometry practice in Higley Marketplace

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Hours
  • Monday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tuesday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wednesday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • Anthem
  • EyeMed
  • Blue Cross
Patient Reviews
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- Feb. 11, 2024
very proficient and i was very well treated
- Feb. 01, 2024
Everyone was so friendly and helpful. Very welcoming. Everyone speaks and in such great spirits. Dr ... Woolf was great. He made me feel comfortable and held a conversation with me. He has a good sense of humor. I definitely recommend Dr Woolf's office.
- Dec. 24, 2023
Always friendly and take care of you in a professional & kind manner.
- Dec. 16, 2023
Great practice, great staff! Glad I found them.
- Nov. 05, 2023
Seamless in every aspect.
- Oct. 06, 2023
Dr. Moody made me feel comfortable and explained everything with great detail. She treated me and my... family with respect and made the whole eye exam enjoyable. Definitely would recommend!
- Sep. 24, 2023
Dr Wolf was amazing. I was seen quickly and his recommendation of not sending my prescription to CVS... was spot on. He gave me the paper prescription because he was concerned that CVS would not have what I needed in stock. That’s a great thing because CVS did not, and I needed to go to Walgreens.
- Sep. 08, 2023
I have been going to Dr. Woolf since moving to Arizona 25 years ago. He is personable, caring and ha... s a great sense of humor. He and the staff explain everything in detail. Staff, especially front desk, are always friendly and helpful. You never have to wait long; very prompt in getting you back and started. Highly recommend this office!
- Aug. 24, 2023
On time. Clean office. Professional. Good selection of better frames with some flair
- Aug. 22, 2023
Great place, friendly and knowledgeable
- Jul. 19, 2023
Amazing service, very attentive
- Jun. 16, 2023
Employees were quick and friendly! Dr Woolf was timely, knew what he was doing and fun to be with.
- Apr. 17, 2023
Excellent service!!!
- Apr. 04, 2023
Great customer service, every single person that helps me , The office nice and clean 👍 .
- Apr. 01, 2023
I highly recommend scheduling an appointment. Dr. Moody listened to my concerns, explained the image... s to me and is very personable. She truly cares about giving the best patient care. All the staff are kind and take the time to explain all your options (imaging, frame types, where you can fill a prescription etc.).
- Mar. 27, 2023
Love coming here each time!
- Feb. 18, 2023
Great experience with Dr Moody and the staff.
- Jan. 19, 2023
Always detail oriented and have my best interest in eye care
- Jan. 03, 2023
Great Doctor, great staff
- Dec. 17, 2022
Staff was friendly and very professional. They explained all aspects of the exam and purchasing op... tions.

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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


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