09/10/2026
https://www.allaboutvision.com/conditions/dry-eye/when-artificial-tears-arent-enough/
👁️💧 WHY AREN’T ARTIFICIAL TEARS FIXING YOUR DRY EYES?
If you’re constantly reaching for eye drops but your eyes still feel dry, gritty, burning, tired, or irritated, there may be more going on than simply “not enough tears.”
Artificial tears can provide temporary relief, but they don’t always address the underlying cause of dry eye.
🔎 WHAT COULD BE GOING ON?
• Your eyes may not be producing enough tears
• Your tears may be evaporating too quickly
• Your eyelids may not be releasing enough healthy oils
• Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) may be affecting your tear film
• Inflammation could be contributing to your symptoms
• Certain medications, screen time, contacts, or environmental factors can make symptoms worse
💧 WHAT SHOULD YOU DO NEXT?
If you’re using artificial tears several times a day and still struggling, it may be time for a comprehensive dry-eye evaluation.
Your eye doctor can determine WHY your eyes are dry and recommend treatment based on the cause—not just the symptoms.
✨ You shouldn’t have to live with irritated, uncomfortable eyes.
📅 Schedule your eye exam or dry-eye evaluation and let’s find out what’s really causing your symptoms!
👁️ Your eyes deserve more than temporary relief