Do You Have Symptoms of Dry Eyes?
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Dry, gritty, or irritated eyes?
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Red and sore eyes?
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Burning and stinging eyes?
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Watery eyes?
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Itchy eyes?
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Itchy eyelids?
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Uncomfortable eyes?
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Eye rubbing?
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Tired eyes?
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Heavy eyes or eyelids?
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Foreign body sensation?
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Crusty or gunky eyelids or eyelashes?
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Blurred vision that comes and goes?
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Discomfort at the end of the day?
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If you answered yes, you most likely have "Dry Eyes".
Improve Your Eye Health with Eyecare Plus Mermaid Beach – The Gold Coast’s Leading Dry Eye Clinic
Eyecare Plus Mermaid Beach is your trusted local and independent optometrist on the Gold Coast. Our optometrists, Jackson Yip, Shaina Zheng, and Alicia Lou, are highly trained in dry eye diagnosis and management, providing personalised treatment plans to address the cause, not just the symptoms.
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As seen on 9NEWS, we are proud to be the first optometrist in Australia to offer Inmode Envision Dry Eye Treatment, and the only practice on the Gold Coast providing this revolutionary technology.
At our dedicated Gold Coast Dry Eye Clinic, we take a holistic approach to managing dry eyes, focussing on the underlying cause rather than just the symptoms. Our clinic offers a comprehensive suite of evidence-based treatments, using the latest technology to improve eye comfort and restore tear film health.
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Dry Eye Disease can be an exhausting and emotional experience. Many patients struggle with ongoing discomfort, irritation, or sensitivity, often feeling frustrated that others don’t understand what they’re going through. For some, it affects daily activities, energy levels, and overall wellbeing. Our goal is to change that, by listening, understanding, and creating a treatment plan that brings comfort and relief.
Innovative Dry Eye Treatments on the Gold Coast
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At Eyecare Plus Mermaid Beach, we lead the way in advanced dry eye care. We’re proud to be the first optometrist in Australia to offer Inmode Envision Dry Eye Treatment, and the only practice on the Gold Coast with this breakthrough technology.
Combining Bipolar Radiofrequency (RF) and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL), Inmode Envision treats Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD), addressing the root cause of dry eye for lasting comfort.
We also offer a comprehensive range of evidence-based dry eye treatments, ensuring every patient receives care tailored to their unique needs.
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Our Advanced Dry Eye Treatments Include:​
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Blephasteam
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ZEST
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BlephEx
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Punctal Plugs
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Lacrimal Lavage
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Rinsada
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Medicated Eye Drops​
Our mission at Eyecare Plus Mermaid Beach is to help patients with Dry Eye Disease find relief, reduce frustration, and improve their quality of life. We take the time to listen, understand how dry eye affects you, and create a personalised treatment plan that targets the cause — not just the symptoms.
Comprehensive Dry Eye Services
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At Eyecare Plus Mermaid Beach, we offer a complete suite of diagnostic and treatment services to accurately assess and manage all forms of Dry Eye Disease. Our advanced technology allows us to identify the root cause and provide targeted, effective care.
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Our Services Include:
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Dry Eye Assessment, Treatment & Management
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Corneal Topography – detailed mapping of the corneal surface
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Meibography – imaging to evaluate meibomian gland health
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Tear Evaporation & Tear Volume Testing
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Tear Lubrication & Eye Redness Testing
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Blepharitis & Meibomian Gland Dysfunction Treatments
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Red Eye Treatment
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Foreign Body Removal
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​​What Causes Dry Eyes?
Dry Eye Disease is a chronic condition that occurs when your tears don’t provide enough lubrication and protection for your eyes. This can happen when your eyes don’t produce enough tears or when tears evaporate too quickly, leading to symptoms such as dryness, watering, itchiness, grittiness, and irritation.
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Common Causes Include:
Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD): The most common cause, responsible for around 80% of dry eye cases. It occurs when the oil glands along the eyelids become blocked or fail to function properly.
Blepharitis: Inflammation of the eyelid margins, often causing redness, irritation, and crusting along the lashes.
Aqueous Deficient Dry Eye: Reduced tear production by the lacrimal glands, often associated with ageing or autoimmune conditions such as Sjögren’s syndrome.
Digital Device Use: Spending more than four hours a day on screens significantly increases the risk of dry eye symptoms.
Other contributing factors include contact lens wear, allergies, certain medications, hormonal changes, autoimmune or thyroid conditions, ageing, and environmental or lifestyle influences.
We go beyond one-size-fits-all care, combining advanced technology and clinical expertise to treat every type of dry eye.
Book Your Dry Eye Assessment
There are fees associated with dry eye assessments. To learn more about our fees and charges, please call our practice on 5526 1400.​
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