welcome toThe Dry Eye Optometry Center of Orange County

We will find the root cause of your dry eye symptoms and treat the underlying cause!

We are #1 in Orange County for Dry Eye Treatment

Your ocular health is our top priority, and we strive to create a warm and welcoming environment for every patient. Our mission is to help you reduce your dry eye symptoms and also to keep them from becoming worse. Schedule your appointment today, and let us take care of your eyes as you embark on a journey to improve the quality of your life.

Dr. Austin has been named one of America's Best Eye Doctors for 2022 and 2023 by Newsweek!

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Dr. Austin was featured recently on WomenTalk, HealthyWomen's Talk Show

Dry Eye Services

featured treatments

OptiLIGHT IPL
Stye/Chalazion Treatment
OptiPLUS Radio Frequency Treatment
TearCare
Meibomian Gland Probing
Low Level Light Therapy
Blepharitis Treatment
OptiLIGHT IPL
OptiPLUS Radio Frequency Treatment
Low Level Light Therapy
Stye/Chalazion Treatment
TearCare
Blepharitis Treatment
Meibomian Gland Probing

Meet Our DoctorDr. Allen E. Austin

Dr. Allen E. Austin graduated from the University of California at Riverside. He earned his Doctor of Optometry degree from the Southern California College of Optometry, where he also served internships in hospital-based optometry programs at McClellan Air Force Hospital Sacramento, CA, VA Medical Center, Brooklyn NY and Kaiser Permanente Hospital, Falls Church, VA. He is the past clinical director at TLC Laser Center in Ontario,CA. Dr. Austin is a past recipient of the Homer A. Nelson Award for clinical excellence from the Southern California College of Optometry. He holds a special interest in refractive laser surgery and ocular pathology.

Testimonials
5 Star Reviews

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Speaking from personal experience, Dr. Austin's IPL dry eye treatment is very effective. And with his latest technology, the treatment is not painful at all. It's surprisingly quick and easy. As importantly, Dr. Austin is a super nice guy who explains everything clearly and patiently. I highly recommend visiting Dr. Austin if you are having dry eye issues. He's great!

By Murray R. (Irvine)

Out of all the years, I lived with dry eyes. All the Specialists, I’ve seen, This is the only eye Doctor, that gave me, clarity, of why my eyes are dry. Dr.Allen has the equipment to test your eyes.... Thankful!

By Sandra H. (Carson)

Dr. Austin is the only doctor to provide any real solutions for my severe dry eyes. My quality of life is so much better after seeing him! I have Sjogrens and struggled with constant pain and inflammation and I am happy to say it’s resolved. He looks at every possible factor that could contribute to dry eyes and leaves no stone unturned in combatting the issue.

By Suzanne D. (Mission Viejo)

I recently met with Dr. Austin for the first time as a new patient with dry eyes. He is very knowledgeable and took the TIME to really explain everything that is going on with my eyes and why he ran the tests he did. We also had an open dialogue about potential treatments and why they could be beneficial. I will definitely be seeing Dr. Austin again. I’ve only seen him once so far but I certainly hope my next experience will be just as good. 

By Kevin P. (Irvine - Medical Science Liason)

Thank you again for your time today. I have been to 6 or 7 doctors for help with my dry eye problem, over about 15 years and you are the first one to make a difference.

By Irene P. (Perris - Educator)

Dr. Austin recalls who you are and talks to you with understanding. I had difficulty finding a doctor to address my chalazion and eye rosacea and travelled an hour to be treated by him. It was worth the drive and we were able to treat my eye and avoid surgery.

By lynn coffman

Dr Austin has been my Dr for over 20 years and I very appreciate his care and the last couple of months he treated my eyes with IPL treatment to help my dry eyes and help tho oils of gland to flow, I am very happy with the results and highly recommend Dr Austin .

By Sonia N. (Santa Ana - Retired)

I would highly recommend Dr. Allen Austin and his group to anyone! I very much appreciate the expertise, guidance, and care that he and his office has provided. I have been to so many eye doctors this past year, due to a bad Lasik outcome and I can say with certainty that he stays on top of more research and outcomes than doctors I have seen at USC and UCLA. I trust what he tells me and that is so important when you are looking for a good doctor. I drive about an hour to see him and it is worth it. He is very responsive when I have questions and he is always very patient! You would be in great hands if you went to the Dry Eye Center of Orange County!

By Wendy D. (Rancho Cucamonga - Educator)
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