If your eyes are still feeling dry, gritty, or irritated even though summer’s over, you’re not alone. Air conditioning, sun exposure, and heat can leave lasting effects on tear production and eye surface health. At My Optometrist Calgary, we see many patients whose dry eye symptoms persist into fall, and in some cases, worsen as temperatures drop. Our clinic offers advanced dry eye assessments and treatments, including IPL and RF therapy, to help you find lasting relief. If over-the-counter drops haven’t solved the problem, it may be time for a deeper solution. Contact us today to book a dry eye consultation in Calgary or Three Hills and find out what’s really behind your discomfort.
Summer Is Over, But the Dry Eye Symptoms Remain
For many people, dry eyes peak in the summer, between heat, sun, wind, and all-day air conditioning, your eyes take a hit. But what surprises many patients is that those symptoms don’t just disappear once fall arrives. If anything, they linger, or even get worse.
By the time you’re back in your routine, your eyes are already playing catch-up. You might notice a gritty sensation, sensitivity to light, blurred vision, or that frustrating need to blink more often just to stay comfortable. If artificial tears aren’t cutting it, the problem could go deeper than just seasonal dryness.
This is where professional dry eye care makes a difference.
Why Summer Can Trigger Lingering Dry Eye
Even if you wore sunglasses and tried to stay hydrated, summer can cause lasting irritation. Here’s why:
- Air conditioning dries out the air—and your tear film.
- UV exposure can affect the ocular surface.
- Outdoor allergens can inflame your eyes and worsen tear instability.
- Longer days often mean more screen time and more blinking strain.
By the time fall hits, your eyes might already be in a chronic dry cycle,especially if you’re prone to evaporative dry eye or meibomian gland dysfunction.
How We Treat Dry Eye at the Root
At My Optometrist Calgary, we start with a comprehensive dry eye assessment to identify the type and cause of your symptoms. Once we know what’s going on, we can tailor a treatment plan to actually fix it, not just mask it.
We offer:
- IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) Therapy – Helps reduce inflammation and restore healthy tear production by targeting meibomian glands.
- Radiofrequency (RF) Treatment – Gently warms and massages the glands to improve oil flow and stabilize tears.
- In-office care and at-home routines to maintain comfort between visits.
These treatments are especially helpful for patients who’ve tried drops, masks, and humidifiers with little success.
Why Fall Is the Best Time to Act
Treating dry eyes now helps prepare your eyes for the dry indoor air and cold winds of winter. Waiting until symptoms spike again can make the cycle harder to break. Early fall treatment gives you time to get ahead of the discomfort and build a care plan that actually works long-term.
Find Lasting Relief from Dry Eye with My Optometrist Calgary
If your eyes still feel like summer never ended, it may be time for professional dry eye treatment. At My Optometrist Calgary, we go beyond drugstore solutions to uncover the real cause of your dryness and build a care plan that brings lasting comfort. From advanced diagnostic tools to IPL and RF therapy, we’ve helped thousands of Albertans manage chronic dry eye. Contact us today to schedule your consultation at our Calgary or Three Hills locations and say goodbye to irritation this fall.
FAQs
Q: Why are my eyes still dry after summer?
A: Summer elements like UV, heat, and A/C can cause lasting irritation and destabilize your tear film, even into fall. Contact My Optometrist Calgary today to book an appointment and find relief for your dry eye symptoms.
Q: Does My Optometrist Calgary treat dry eye?
A: Yes, we offer full dry eye assessments and treatments including IPL and RF therapy.
Q: What is IPL therapy for dry eye?
A: IPL uses pulses of light to reduce inflammation and restore proper gland function, relieving dry eye symptoms.