Dry Eye Syndrome

A constant flow of tears is essential for good eye health. Sometimes the eye may not produce enough tears or the tear quality may be poor. Dry eye syndrome occurs when there are not enough tears on the front of the eyes and eye inflammation results. Dry eyes syndrome can be caused by environmental, lifestyle-related, age-related, side effects of certain medications or systemic health disease.

What Are The Symptoms of Dry Eye Disease?

There are many symptoms associated with dry eye syndrome. People that suffer from dry eyes will often have more than one symptoms. If you have any of the symptoms listed below, it is essential that the causes of dry eye syndrome are quickly identified so preventative and treatment measures can be put in place.

 

  • Eyes that feel as if they want to stay closed for long periods of time
  • Itchy, red or inflamed (puffy) eyes
  • Gritty and burning sensation, feels like you have something in your eye, even though there is nothing there.
  • Blurred vision but clear up with blink.
  • Sensitivity to bright light
  • Watering eyes, the lacrimal glands can overproduce tears, but they do not stay long enough to correct the feeling of dryness

Dry Eye Treatment using Photobiomodulation Therapy / Low Level Light Therapy

Photobiomodulation therapy or more commonly known as Low Level Light Therapy (LLLT) is the new cutting edge technology for treating dry eyes.
Eye-Light LLLT uses calibrated wavelengths of red light to gently warm the eyelids. This warmth will help to unblock the meibomian glands, which are responsible for producing oils that keep the eyes lubricated and comfortable. 
This advanced light therapy is used to treat dry eye disease, meibomian gland dysfunction, blepharitis, and post-operative swelling. It also provides visible skin benefits by improving tone and texture of the under-eye region. 

A typical treatment session takes around 15 minutes. Patients are seated in a reclined chair, and light is applied to the eyelid area. The procedure is generally painless, and most people are able to return to normal activities immediately after their session. The number of sessions required can vary, depending on individual needs and the severity of the dry eye disease. 

Please contact us if you like to know more about the treatment.