Lumenis OptiLIGHT-Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy is currently the MOST EFFECTIVE treatment for Dry Eye. Lumenis Optilight Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Therapy is among the more groundbreaking treatments for dry eye and styes. This in-office treatment uses specific wavelengths of light to reduce inflammation around the eyes, enabling oil-producing meibomian glands to better lubricate the eyes and significantly reduce unpleasant dry eye symptoms. We recommend 4 sessions spaced out every 3-4 weeks.
ZEST for Dry Eye and Demodex:
ZEST (Zocular Eyelid System Treatment) is an exciting new treatment developed by Zocular® to treat the underlying causes of dry eye – demodex mites and blepharitis. Over 80% of dry eye issues start with issues at the eyelid margin. The bacteria, oil residue, dirt and dead skin at the eyelids can cause the eyes to water, itch, burn, and make the eyes feel dry. Dry eye and blepharitis are often associated with poor hygiene of the eyelid area.
There are several prescription drops that treat dry eye and they all work a little bit differently. But, our doctors will perform a thorough ocular surface assessment to determine which, if any, of the medications are appropriate for each patient.
Warm compresses can help dry eyes by providing moisture and heat. These compresses can help you produce more tears, unclog the meibomian glands, and relieve pain and swelling. Research shows that heating devices like warm compresses on the eyes can help relieve dry eye symptoms
Cleaning your eyelids can help soothe inflammation and wash away bacteria, oils and crusts along your lash line. When paired with other hygiene products like warm compresses, you can improve the functionality of your tear film, reducing your symptoms. Plus, the mechanical action of you scrubbing across the meibomian glands acts as a type of CPR to stimulate the glands to produce more oil
Okra contains an abundance of flavonoids, polyphenol and vitamin C which all act as antioxidants and have strong anti-inflammatory properties. The antioxidant activity of methanolic seed extracts of okra have been reported in several studies. Because of this, Okra based products are very effective in treating the symptoms of Dry Eye
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