Artificial tears and drops
Preservative-free lubricating drops are often a first step, but the type and frequency depend on how much natural tear production you have and what kind of dry eye you have.
Dry eye care in Riverton
Dry, burning, watery eyes need a diagnosis, not guesswork.
Dry eye can feel gritty, watery, burning, tired, or blurry. Utah's dry air, screens, allergies, medications, and eyelid inflammation can all contribute.
Utah weather, screens, allergies, contact lenses, and eyelid inflammation can all play a role, so the best next step depends on what is actually causing the irritation.
Personalized eye care for your whole family means making dry eye treatment easier to understand for children, adults, and families across Riverton, Herriman, Bluffdale, South Jordan, and nearby Salt Lake County communities.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Jodie Johnson, OD and updated .
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When a dry eye visit makes sense.
- Burning, stinging, or gritty eyes
- Watery eyes that still feel dry
- Blur that changes through the day
- Contact lens discomfort
What to expect
What happens during a dry eye visit.
- Evaluation of tears, eyelids, and ocular surface
- Recommendations for drops, lid care, lifestyle changes, or prescriptions
- Plan for allergy or screen-related irritation when relevant
- Follow-up care if symptoms are chronic
What to bring
What to bring to a dry eye visit.
- Any eye drops, lid products, or medications you already use
- Your current glasses or contact lenses
- Notes about when symptoms are worst, including screens or allergy season
Treatment approaches
Options your doctor may discuss with you.
Every patient is different. These are the approaches the doctor considers based on your specific situation, symptoms, and lifestyle.
Lid hygiene and warm compresses
When the meibomian glands along the eyelid margin become blocked, the oil layer of the tear film breaks down quickly. Warm compresses and lid scrubs can help restore normal gland function.
Prescription medications
For patients with chronic inflammation or inadequate tear production, prescription drops like Restasis or Xiidra may be appropriate. The doctor evaluates whether this level of treatment fits your specific situation.
Allergy and screen management
For patients whose dry eye is driven by seasonal allergies or extended screen time, treatment plans include antihistamine drops, air moisture adjustments, and screen hygiene habits.
Beyond eye drops
Dry eye treatment works better when the plan matches the cause.
Some dry eye patients do not make enough tears. Others make tears that evaporate too quickly because the oil glands along the eyelids are not working well. Some are dealing with allergies, screen habits, medication side effects, contact lens irritation, or a mix of several issues at once.
That is why two people can both say their eyes feel dry and still need very different treatment plans. One person may improve with preservative-free tears and lid care. Another may need prescription medication, allergy treatment, better screen habits, or a different contact lens strategy.
A dry eye visit gives you a clearer answer than simply trying another random bottle from the shelf. We look at the tear film, lids, and surface of the eye so the treatment plan matches the reason your eyes feel irritated in the first place.
Why this matters
Why dry eye keeps coming back when the root cause is still being missed.
Dry eye is not always caused by the same thing. Some patients need better tear support, some have eyelid inflammation, some struggle with allergy-related irritation, and some notice symptoms most with screens, contacts, or Utah's dry air. A dry eye visit helps identify what is actually driving the irritation so the plan is more specific than simply trying another bottle of artificial tears.
Riverton and Salt Lake County
Convenient care for Riverton and nearby south Salt Lake County families.
Riverton Family Eye Care is located at 2998 W 12600 S, Riverton, UT 84065. Patients visit from Riverton and nearby Herriman, Bluffdale, South Jordan, and Draper because the office offers careful exams, clear explanations, and practical next steps close to home.
Related eye care
Helpful next pages related to this visit.
Patients looking for dry eye treatment often also ask about related services, insurance details, and who they will see at the office. These links make it easier to compare next steps before you book.
Quick answers
Common Questions About Dry Eye Treatment
What are common signs of dry eye?
Dry eye can feel gritty, burning, watery, tired, or blurry. Symptoms often get worse with screens, Utah weather, or contact lens wear.
What happens during a dry eye visit?
The doctor looks at your tears, eyelids, and ocular surface to find the cause of the irritation. Then you get a treatment plan based on what is actually driving the symptoms.
Do you help patients from Herriman or Bluffdale?
Yes. Dry eye patients visit from Riverton, Herriman, Bluffdale, South Jordan, and nearby Salt Lake County communities.
Will insurance cover dry eye treatment?
Coverage depends on whether the visit is medical and what your plan includes. Riverton Family Eye Care can help you understand benefits before your appointment.
Medical disclaimer
Educational guidance is not the same as a diagnosis.
This information is for general educational purposes and is not a diagnosis. If you have sudden vision changes, eye pain, injury, flashes, floaters, or other urgent symptoms, call an eye care professional or seek emergency care.
Schedule with Riverton Family Eye Care
Need dry eye treatment?
Book online or call the Riverton office and the team will help you choose the right visit.
Need help with coverage or common questions first? Review our insurance information or the FAQ.