Dry eyes can be gone in a blink
IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) treatment for dry eyes is a groundbreaking, pain-free and effective way to treat dry eyes related to Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD), blepharitis, and ocular rosacea. Approximately 50% of dry eye is caused by MGD. IPL treatment helps to improve the health of the Meibomian glands, which produce the oil that prevents evaporation of the tear film.
What is Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)?
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) has long been used to treat various skin conditions, such as rosacea, sun damage, and acne. When used to treat dry eye pulses of light are used to liquefy and release oils that have hardened and clogged the meibomian glands in the eyelids. IPL also reduces eyelid redness and stimulates healthy gland function.
What happens during an IPL treatment?
An anesthetic cream is applied over the area around the eyes and eye shields are placed to protect the eyes. A thin layer of cooling gel is applied to the treatment area, and a handpiece attached to the light system is used to deliver the pulses of light. Patients will experience a slight tingling or snapping sensation. The area treated may appear red for a short period of time after the treatment.
How many treatments are needed?
It is recommended that you have IPL treatment for dry eyes once a month for 3 months. Although many patients notice improvement in dry eye symptoms after their first or second treatment. It is advisable to continue the series of treatmentsto ensure the long-term success in treating both chronic dry eye disease and MGD.
After the initial series of IPL treatments, maintenance treatments may be provided 1 to 2 times per year, depending on the severity of the condition.
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