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Say goodbye to the discomfort of dry eye with cutting-edge treatments now available at Family Eye Care Experts!
Our advanced therapies, including Intense Pulsed Light (IPL), Radio Frequency (RF), and Low-Level Light Therapy (LLLT), tackle the root causes of dry eye by targeting Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, reducing inflammation, and restoring natural oil production.
These versatile treatments are effective for dry eye, blepharitis, styes, chalazion, and even bacterial infections. Gentle and non-invasive, Low-Level Light Therapy warms the eyelids, unclogs glands, and enhances oil secretion, promoting lasting relief with minimal side effects. Experience improved eyelid function, tissue regeneration, and better blinking for long-term comfort.
Contact us today at (281) 849-4844 to schedule your Dry Eye Evaluation!
Dry eye syndrome (known medically as keratoconjunctivitis sicca) is a common condition among many people that is more serious than the condition implies. It affects young adults and the elderly alike. It is a problem that may become more prevalent in the near future, as more people use computers frequently and as contact lens usage and LASIK surgeries become more widespread.
The eye’s most superficial layer is not the cornea; it is actually the tear film. The tear film serves many functions in the human eye. It acts as a protective layer by washing dirt and other contaminants away. The tear film also keeps the cornea hydrated and clear, preventing the eye from drying out. Last, the tear film acts as a refractive medium, which contributes towards useful vision. Dry eye syndrome is caused by deficient tear production or abnormal tear production in the eye. If there are not enough tears on the tear film, or the quality of the tears is poor, then a person’s eye will quickly become symptomatic.
Symptoms of dry eyes include itchiness, scratchiness, and a foreign body sensation in the eyes. The eyes may feel gritty as well. In addition, intermittent visual blurriness and impairment is common; this is due to the abnormal tear film refracting light improperly (think of a car windshield that is not uniformly wet throughout its surface). Despite its name, dry eyes can also cause excessive tearing as well. This is due to the eyes reflexively making more tears to hydrate the eye. However, these reflexively-made tears are of poorer quality and evaporate quickly, causing a quick return to eye dryness. Eyes may also turn red and irritated as a result of dryness.
The combined treatment of Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) / Radio Frequency
(RF) and Low-Level Light Therapy (LLLT) is generally safe for treating dry eye
disease, with minimal side effects. IPL/RF may cause temporary redness and mild swelling, while LLLT is non-invasive with no significant side effects. IPL/RF targets meibomian gland dysfunction, reduces inflammation, kills bacteria and mites. LLLT gently warms the eyelids, helping to unclog meibomian glands and enhance oil secretion while further killing bacteria where applicable.
Make sure your face is clean, dry, and free of any products. Stop using
tanning products, photosensitive medications, or exfoliating creams 1-2
weeks before treatment. After treatment, avoid sun or use sunscreen for two
weeks.
Improvement often begins after the first or second treatment (especially
when utilizing both technologies during the same treatment) with four
sessions spaced 2-4 weeks apart recommended for optimal results. Significant relief is typically observed by the end of the full treatment cycle, with many patients reporting reduced dryness and irritation, along with better tear quality.
Unlike traditional treatments that offer temporary relief, our iProElite IPL/RF and InfinityPro LLLT address the root cause of dry eye by targeting the blood vessels and glands and restoring natural oil production. These combined therapies treat Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, reduce inflammation, and
provide significant symptom relief. The combined therapy is also effective against bacterial infections like blepharitis, styes, and chalazion, broadening
the therapeutic scope.
Age, gender, certain medical conditions such as diabetes, thyroid issues and rheumatoid arthritis, medication, contact lens wear, environmental
conditions, computer use and refractive surgery.
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