👁️ Austin's Dedicated Dry Eye Clinic

Real Relief From
Dry Eye Disease.

If your eyes burn, sting, or feel gritty all day — you're not imagining it. Dry eye is a chronic, progressive condition. Eye drops aren't the answer. We are.

Understanding Dry Eye

Eye Drops Aren't the Solution.

Over-the-counter drops temporarily relieve symptoms — but they don't treat the root cause. Without the right diagnosis, dry eye gets progressively worse over time.

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Burning & StingingA sign your tear film is breaking down too fast — often caused by blocked oil glands, not just a lack of tears.
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Screen FatigueScreens reduce your blink rate by up to 60%, causing rapid tear evaporation and end-of-day exhaustion.
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Blurry VisionVision that clears when you blink is a classic dry eye sign — your tear film is unstable and needs treatment.
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Contact Lens PainInability to wear contacts comfortably is often the first sign that dry eye is progressing and worsening.
The #1 cause of dry eye is Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) — tiny oil glands along your eyelids become blocked, preventing your tears from staying on the eye. This is invisible to you but easily detected with our advanced imaging technology. Standard eye drops cannot treat MGD.
The Facts

What You Need to Know About
Dry Eye Disease

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It's Not Just "Dry Eyes"Dry eye disease is a chronic condition affecting the tear film and ocular surface — not just temporary dryness.
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86% Is Caused by MGDMeibomian Gland Dysfunction — blocked oil glands — is the leading cause. Drops don't treat this.
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It Gets Worse Over TimeWithout proper treatment, oil glands can permanently atrophy. Early care preserves gland function.
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Women Are Most AffectedHormonal changes — especially during menopause — significantly affect tear quality and gland function.
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Screens Make It WorseScreen use reduces blink rate by up to 60% — accelerating tear evaporation and symptom progression.
It's Highly TreatableWith the right diagnosis and treatment, most patients achieve lasting relief and reduce their dependence on drops.
Our Approach

Advanced Treatment That
Actually Works.

At Aura Eye Center, we use a combination of Radio Frequency (RF) and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) — two of the most effective dry eye therapies available. Our ultimate goal: get you producing your own tears and off drops for good.

Radio Frequency (RF)

RF therapy delivers controlled heat deep into the eyelid tissue, liquifying the hardened oils inside blocked meibomian glands. This restores normal oil flow and stabilizes the tear film.

In-Office Treatment
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Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)

IPL uses precise light pulses to reduce the inflammation and abnormal blood vessels that contribute to dry eye. It also stimulates meibomian gland function and reduces bacterial load on the eyelids.

In-Office Treatment
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Deep Eyelid Cleaning (DEC)

A thorough in-office cleansing of the eyelid margins removes biofilm, debris, and Demodex mites — all of which contribute to gland blockage and chronic dry eye inflammation.

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Manual Gland Expression

Following heat therapy, our specialists manually express the meibomian glands to clear the softened oils — immediately improving tear quality and providing noticeable relief.

Included in Revive Package
See It In Action

How RF & IPL Treats Dry Eye

Watch how our combination therapy works to unblock oil glands, reduce inflammation, and restore your eyes' natural ability to produce healthy tears.

Most patients see significant improvement after a series of 4 treatments — with many reporting relief as early as their first session.

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Your Journey

What to Expect at Your Visit

We don't rush. Every patient gets the time, attention, and advanced diagnostics needed to build a real treatment plan.

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Assessment · $75

Comprehensive Dry Eye Assessment

We start with advanced tear film analysis, meibomian gland imaging, and inflammation testing. This gives us a complete picture of what's actually causing your symptoms — not guesswork. Your $75 assessment fee is applied in full toward your treatment.

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Diagnosis

Your Personalized Treatment Plan

Based on your results, Dr. Tran builds a customized treatment plan around your specific type and severity of dry eye. No two patients are the same — your plan won't be either.

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Treatment

In-Office Therapy Sessions

RF and IPL treatments are comfortable, in-office procedures. Most patients complete 4 sessions for optimal results. Each session includes Deep Eyelid Cleaning and Manual Gland Expression.

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Long-Term

Lasting Relief & Maintenance

Our goal is to get your eyes producing their own healthy tears — so you're not dependent on drops forever. We provide an at-home care routine and schedule follow-up care to maintain your results.

Transparent Pricing

No Surprises. Just Results.

We believe you should know exactly what you're investing in. We accept CareCredit, FSA, and HSA payments.

À La Carte Services

🔬 Dry Eye Assessment$75 (copay) / $195 self-pay
🧼 Deep Eyelid Cleaning$195
⚡ Radio Frequency (RF)$395
💡 Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)$395
🖐️ Gland Expression$245
Assessment fee applied toward your treatment plan.

Condition-Specific Packages (3–4 Treatments Each)

Chalazion & Stye Package $395 per treatment · 3-4 treatments recommended · Includes Deep Eyelid Cleaning
Demodex & Blepharitis Package $395 per treatment · 3-4 treatments recommended · Includes Deep Eyelid Cleaning
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💳 CareCredit · FSA · HSA accepted · Payment plans available

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Start Helping Your Eyes
At Home Today.

Get our doctor-approved at-home guide — 8 pages of proven daily steps to reduce dryness, improve tear quality, and protect your long-term eye health.

  • Reduce burning & irritation at home
  • Improve tear quality naturally
  • Simple morning & evening routine
  • When to see a specialist
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Patient Stories

Real Patients. Real Relief.

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"I had burning eyes for three years. Every doctor said just use drops. Aura found the real problem — my oil glands were almost completely blocked. After treatment I feel like I have new eyes."

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Sarah M.Round Rock, TX
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"From start to finish I was very impressed by Amber and Dr. Tran. They explained everything thoroughly — imaging, dry eyes, astigmatism. I learned more about my eyes in one visit than ever before."

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Danae W.Pflugerville, TX
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"I was about to give up on contacts. Within two weeks of treatment I was wearing my lenses all day — for the first time in years. The team here genuinely cares about getting you better."

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Jennifer L.Cedar Park, TX
Austin's Dry Eye Specialists

Stop Managing Symptoms.
Start Treating the Cause.

Our goal is simple — get you off drops forever. It starts with one $75 assessment at Aura Eye Center.

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