Why choose Premier Vision Clinic for your dry eye treatment? It’s quite simple.
We Know Dry Eye From Personal Experience
Dr. Jennifer DenHartog knows firsthand what it’s like to live with dry eye—and how powerful the proper treatment can be. She’s a dry eye patient herself.
The Latest Natural & Medical Dry Eye Therapies in Iowa
Dr. Jennifer DenHartog develops customized care plans based on diagnostic findings, symptom severity, and individual responses to treatment.
We utilize new technology that combines natural healing & modern medical research to target inflammation, stimulate tear production, restore gland function, and strengthen the tear film—helping to achieve deeper, longer-lasting relief.
How Do We Find What Treatment is Right For You?
Understanding The Symptoms and Causes of Dry Eye Syndrome
Dry eye is a broad term for several conditions that impact the tear film, leading to discomfort and vision issues. Symptoms often include grittiness, burning, redness, and blurred vision, especially during extended screen time or close-up tasks like reading and device use. Treatment requires knowing how to resolve the symptoms as well as pinpointing the underlying cause or causes.
There are several methods to diagnose the cause(s) behind your dry eye.
Solving the TRUE CAUSE of Your Dry Eye
Because no two cases are identical, finding lasting relief requires looking beyond symptoms to pinpoint the exact root cause of your discomfort.
To identify the precise mechanism behind your dry eye, we utilize the following advanced diagnostic technologies:
Diagnostic Testing
Dry eye is personal. We conduct thorough assessments, considering factors like overall health, medications, and autoimmune conditions, to recommend the best treatment for you. Dr. DenHartog performs more comprehensive testing to determine what treatments will be most effective for each person.
Detailed Meibomian Gland Imaging
Specialized imaging evaluates the health and function of your oil glands. This helps determine if treatments like IPL, RF, iLux, or prescription therapies would benefit you.
*The office visit and testing are billed through medical insurance; Meibography and Tear Film Imaging are out-of-pocket expenses.
TearLab
TearLab is used to measure osmolarity, which is the saltiness of your tears. This quick test measures the saltiness of your tears, providing valuable insights into the severity and progression of dry eye disease.
InflammaDry
Dry eye disease causes inflammation, which contributes to bothersome symptoms and damage to the ocular surface. In some cases, inflammation is present before a patient experiences any dry eye symptoms. InflammaDry detects MMP-9, an inflammatory marker that is often elevated in the tears of patients with dry eye disease.
Evaluation of Treatment Options and Customized Treatment Plan
Dr. DenHartog will lay out a treatment plan customized to your specific needs. Treatment options may include continuation of home therapies and over-the-counter treatments, prescription medications, or even in-office treatment procedures to speed the process of recovery.
Dry Eye Patient Testimonial
“The staff at Premier Vision Clinic is amazing. They are friendly, kind, and willing to listen to my perspective, concerns, and questions. Additionally, I am very grateful they are open to treatment options versus pushing a “textbook” treatment. They support an individualized treatment plan based on my needs and comfort level.” – Our Happy Patient
Holistic & Lifestyle Therapies for Dry Eye
At Premier Vision Clinic, we take a whole-body approach to dry eye treatment, supporting your eye health from the inside out.
Dr. DenHartog combines FDA-approved therapies with personalized lifestyle protocols to boost tear film health, reduce inflammation, and promote eyelid function. This whole-person model of care allows us to address not just the symptoms, but their source, and includes:
- Zocular Eyelid Hygiene and At-Home Heat Therapy
- Nutritional Supplements and Dietary Support
- Systemic Health Review and Personalized Lifestyle Adjustments
- Over-the-Counter Relief and Tear Preservation Solutions
Get Relief from Your Dry Eyes at Premier Vision Clinic
You don’t have to live with dry, irritated eyes. With advanced diagnostics, customized treatments, and holistic care, Premier Vision Clinic helps you finally find the relief you deserve.
Take the first step toward lasting comfort—schedule your consultation with Dr. Jennifer DenHartog.