Dry Eye Treatment 干眼症治疗 in California

IPL (intense pulsed light) therapy is a Dry Eye Spa experience. OptiLight by Lumenis is the first and only IPL FDA-approved for dry eye management. The light-based, non-invasive treatment is focused on the area below the eyes. The warm light reduces inflammation and bacterial growth around the eye to improve oil (meibum) flow.

The treatment is safe, gentle, and backed by multiple clinical studies.

Over 30 million Americans suffer from Meibomian gland dysfunction, one of the leading causes of dry eye disease. The LipiFlow Thermal Pulsation System, which uses a cutting-edge device to heat up and massage away the blockage in just 12 minutes, can help fix your dry eye problems right in our office.

The TearCare System utilizes innovative technology to deliver targeted thermal energy to the eyelids, allowing the eyelids to blink naturally. The treatment can increase tear production for those suffering from meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), dry eye disease, or blepharitis.

As research advances, many anti-inflammatory eye drops are coming to market to relieve dry eye. Several eye drops are available to help manage dry eye symptoms. Our doctors will assess your eye health to help you find a suitable option.

Low-level light therapy, or LLLT, is a gentle in-office treatment to relieve your dry eye symptoms. LLLT uses specific light wavelengths to reduce inflammation and boost the function of your lacrimal (tear) glands and the oil-producing meibomian glands in your eyelids. As a result, the quality of your tears can improve, resulting in more comfortable eyes.

Meibomian gland expression can help alleviate your dry eye symptoms. In this procedure, one of our doctors will gently remove debris from your eyelids and release trapped oils. While this procedure is often temporary, it can be very effective in managing dry eye symptoms.

Certain oral medications can help reduce the symptoms of dry eye disease. Depending on your needs, our doctors can prescribe an oral medication to manage your symptoms and get you back to seeing clearly and comfortably.

Amniotic membranes are a way of providing hydration to your eyes. This treatment uses stem cell tissues to cover the cornea, providing a nourishing layer over the eye that helps prevent dryness, bacteria entering the eye, and corneal damage.

Punctal plugs are tiny devices placed in the tear duct. These devices block part of the puncta, preventing fluid from draining from your eyes while keeping the eye hydrated and comfortable.