Primary Eyecare Group-Columbia

Primary Eyecare was established in Brentwood, TN in 1975. As innovators in technology, Primary Eyecare was the first to bring many new diagnostic instruments, pharmaceuticals, contacts and contact lens solutions to Tennessee. As FDA investigators, they are on the forefront of technology.

Primary Eyecare offers diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases, refractive surgery/LASIK, comprehensive eye exams, spectacles and the latest advances in contact lenses.

In many cases, the cause for Dry Eye Syndrome may be hard to determine. Often, causes may be systemic disease or even the medications used to treat those diseases. The most common diseases that are associated with dry eye are Rhuematoid Arthritis, Blepharitis, Grave's Disease, seasonal or chronic allergies, Rosecae, or Sjogren's Syndrome.

These two simple online tests can help you determine whether you may have chronic dry eyes. Dry Eye Syndrome can sometimes be diagnosed by your eye care provider with a thorough case history or with a dry eye questionnaire. Diagnostic tests are usually still performed to confirm those findings.

Test may include a thorough microscopic examination of the cornea with the use of special dyes, a tear break up time (the amount of time before dry spots appear on the cornea), specialized tear strips or threads which measure tear production or a tear analysis which measures the three main components and other things found in the tear layer.The tear film height is determined to evaluate tear volume.

How can I tell if I have Chronic Dry Eye? There are several tools on this web site to help you determine whether you may be suffering from Chronic Dry Eyes. Read about the symptoms here, or take a online self test here. Ultimately, an appointment with a professional eye doctor will provide the most accurate diagnosis.