Fall weather may bring cooler air, but it often brings dry eyes with it, especially in Calgary’s arid climate. At EyeCheck Calgary, we help patients understand why dry eye worsens in fall and how to find real relief. Whether you’re in Fairview, Oakridge, or Acadia, our full-scope exams assess tear quality, surface damage, and underlying causes using detailed imaging and diagnostic tools. We tailor dry eye treatment to your symptoms and lifestyle, whether that means drops, lifestyle changes, or in-office therapy. Alberta Health Care covers exams for seniors and children, and we offer direct billing for insured adults. Contact EyeCheck Calgary to book your dry eye exam to stay comfortable and clear-eyed through the season.
Dry eye doesn’t just happen in the heat of summer or the cold of winter—many people notice their symptoms peak in the fall. The weather shifts quickly, indoor heating starts up, and the air becomes both cooler and drier. That’s a perfect storm for irritation, redness, and fluctuating vision.
Patients often come in from Willow Park, Southwood, or Lake Bonavista describing scratchy eyes, a gritty feeling, or burning sensations that get worse by late afternoon. Others say their vision becomes blurry after reading or working at a screen for a while. These aren’t just seasonal annoyances—they’re signs your tear film may not be doing its job.
Dry eye can be triggered by more than just the environment. It can also be affected by age, medications, screen time, and hormonal changes. Fall simply makes existing conditions more noticeable.
At EyeCheck Calgary, we don’t guess when it comes to dry eye, we measure, test, and explain.
We start with a full eye exam that goes beyond checking for glasses. We assess your tear film stability, evaporation rate, and ocular surface health using a slit-lamp microscope and imaging tools. These exams help us distinguish between evaporative dry eye (when tears evaporate too quickly) and aqueous-deficient dry eye (when the eye doesn’t produce enough tears).
Using fluorescein dye and slit-lamp magnification, we evaluate how long your tears stay on the eye and whether the surface is damaged or inflamed. This allows us to pinpoint where dryness is causing discomfort or vision issues.
Meibomian glands in the eyelids are responsible for producing the oily layer of your tears. In many patients—especially adults over 40—these glands become blocked. We examine the function of these glands and recommend warm compresses or in-office therapy as needed.
Dry eye is often worsened by certain medications, contact lens use, and screen exposure. We go over your history and help identify contributing factors that may not be obvious.
Depending on your exam, we may recommend:
Patients in Ogden, Crestview, and Ranchlands appreciate that we offer a clear action plan—whether their case is mild or moderate. We don’t dismiss symptoms or send you home with generic advice. We explain exactly what’s happening and why your symptoms are flaring up now.
From Rosemont to Fairview, patients across Calgary turn to EyeCheck Calgary when seasonal discomfort turns into daily frustration. If fall weather has triggered new or worsening dry eye symptoms, we’re here to help. Our thorough diagnostic process and targeted treatment approach are covered for seniors and children under Alberta Health Care, and we offer direct billing for adults with insurance. Contact EyeCheck Calgary today to book a dry eye exam that gives you clarity, comfort, and long-term relief.
Cooler temperatures, drier air, and heating systems all contribute to seasonal flare-ups.
Yes, especially in adults over 40. Tear quality and oil gland function tend to decline over time.
It includes tear quality testing, surface staining, gland assessments, and a full lifestyle review. Contact Eyecheck Calgary today to book an eye exam.
Book your comprehensive eye exam in Calgary with Eye Check Calgary. Whether it’s digital eye strain, dry eyes, diabetes-related vision concerns, or a contact lens fitting, we’ll guide you through every step with care and clarity. Call us today at 587-441-5254.
Comprehensive eye care in Calgary, led by Dr. Theo Buzea. We provide full-scope optometry services for all ages, including routine eye exams, contact lens fittings, dry eye assessments, and advanced diagnostic testing. Our clinic is equipped with state-of-the-art imaging technology to detect and manage conditions like glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and myopia.
At Eye Check Calgary, your vision health is our priority. Whether you need a back-to-school eye exam for your child, ongoing care for a chronic condition, or emergency eye treatment, our team makes the process simple, thorough, and stress-free. With direct billing, seniors’ and children’s coverage, and same-day appointments available, protecting your eyesight has never been easier.
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