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Artificial Tears
The first-line therapy — but not all drops are created equal. Your provider can recommend the right preservative-free formulation for your specific tear-film deficiency.
Serving Erie & Niagara Counties
Real relief from dry, burning, gritty eyes — right here in Western New York.
Dry eye syndrome affects millions of Americans, and it's one of the most under-diagnosed conditions in eye care. Learn what's causing your symptoms, what modern treatment looks like, and how the team at Legarreta Eye Center can help you see — and feel — clearly again.
3 Offices across WNY
Williamsville · Lockport · Cheektowaga
Advanced diagnostics & treatment
The Basics
What is Dry Eye Syndrome?
Dry eye syndrome is a chronic condition where your eyes don't produce enough tears — or the tears they produce evaporate too quickly to keep the eye's surface healthy and comfortable.
It's not just an inconvenience. Untreated dry eye can lead to inflammation, blurred vision, damage to the cornea, and a significant drop in your day-to-day quality of life. The good news: it's highly treatable once it's properly diagnosed.
Common contributors include aging, prolonged screen use, hormonal changes, certain medications, contact lens wear, autoimmune conditions, and even Western New York's dry winter air. A thorough eye exam can pinpoint which factors are driving your symptoms.
16M+
U.S. adults diagnosed with dry eye
50%
of cases go undiagnosed or untreated
Self-Check
Do any of these sound familiar?
If you regularly experience two or more of these symptoms, it's worth getting evaluated. Dry eye disease is progressive, and early treatment makes a real difference.
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Burning or Stinging
A persistent burning sensation, especially at the end of the day or after screen time.
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Gritty, Sandy Feeling
The sensation that something is in your eye — even when nothing actually is.
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Blurred or Fluctuating Vision
Vision that clears momentarily when you blink — a hallmark sign of an unstable tear film.
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Light Sensitivity
Squinting in sunlight, screens, or fluorescent office lighting that didn't bother you before.
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Watery, Reflex Tearing
Yes — excessive tearing is often a sign of dry eye. Your eyes overcompensate for the irritation.
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Redness & Fatigue
Chronically pink or tired-looking eyes — even after a full night's sleep.
Modern Care
Treatment options that actually work
Dry eye care has come a long way. Today's treatments target the root cause of your symptoms — not just the surface — and most patients see meaningful relief within weeks.
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Prescription Drops
Medications like Restasis, Xiidra, Cequa, and Miebo address the underlying inflammation driving chronic dry eye — something over-the-counter drops can't do.
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IPL Therapy
Intense Pulsed Light treatment targets meibomian gland dysfunction — the leading cause of evaporative dry eye — with a series of quick, in-office sessions.
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Punctal Plugs
Tiny, reversible inserts that block tear drainage to keep more of your natural tears on the eye's surface — placed comfortably in under a minute.
Why Legarreta Eye Center
Trusted dry eye care, close to home.
For decades, Legarreta Eye Center has been Western New York's go-to practice for comprehensive eye care — from routine exams to the most advanced dry eye treatments available today.
Experienced doctors, personalized plans
Every patient gets a thorough workup and a treatment plan tailored to the actual cause of their symptoms — not a one-size-fits-all approach.
Advanced diagnostic technology
Modern testing — including tear-film analysis and meibomian gland imaging — to find what's really going on, fast.
Three convenient WNY locations
Offices in Williamsville, Lockport, and Cheektowaga so quality dry eye care is never more than a short drive away.
Comprehensive treatment options
From artificial tears to IPL and prescription therapy — we offer the full spectrum of evidence-based dry eye treatment under one roof.
Visit Us
Three offices across Western New York
Serving Erie and Niagara counties — including Buffalo, Amherst, Tonawanda, North Tonawanda, Niagara Falls, and the surrounding region.
Williamsville
Erie County · 14221
[PLACEHOLDER STREET ADDRESS]Williamsville, NY 14221
Lockport
Niagara County · 14094
[PLACEHOLDER STREET ADDRESS]Lockport, NY 14094
Cheektowaga
Erie County · 14225
[PLACEHOLDER STREET ADDRESS]Cheektowaga, NY 14225
Ready to stop putting up with dry eye?
The team at Legarreta Eye Center is here to help. Book an appointment at the location nearest you and start your path to lasting relief.