Severe dry eye can do more than make your eyes red and irritated. It can affect your vision, raise the risk of eye infections, and damage the surface of your eyes. You may find it difficult to perform everyday tasks such as reading, driving, or working on screens. If you struggle with dry eyes daily and eye drops are no longer effective, IPL therapy could be a great option for you. At TrueVision Eye Care, our dry eye specialists in Morrisville, NC, would be happy to explore this option with you and help you find the best solution for your needs.
What is IPL therapy?
Intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy is a non-invasive treatment originally developed for dermatology that has proven effective in managing dry eye disease, particularly meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). It uses gentle light pulses to target inflammation, unclog oil glands, and restore the tear film’s stability.
OptiLight by Lumenis, the first and only FDA-approved IPL device for managing dry eye caused by MGD, is the technology we use at TrueVision Eye Care in Morrisville. It’s safe, comfortable, and clinically proven.
How IPL therapy helps with dry eyes
For many people, dry eye is caused by blocked or underperforming meibomian glands. These glands produce the oily layer of your tears, which keeps your tears from evaporating too quickly. When the glands aren’t functioning well, your tears evaporate faster, and you end up with dry, irritated eyes.
We offer OptiLight IPL therapy in Morrisville to help with:
- Warming and loosening blockages in the meibomian glands
- Reducing inflammation on and around the eyelids
- Killing bacteria and Demodex mites that may be contributing to your symptoms
- Improving overall tear film quality and stability
Most patients notice improvement after a few sessions, and the benefits can be long-lasting with regular maintenance treatments.
What to expect during IPL treatment
IPL therapy is quick and comfortable, with each session typically lasting about 15–20 minutes. You’ll wear protective eye shields while our trained professional applies pulses of light to the skin around your eyes. You may feel a warm, snapping sensation, similar to a rubber band on the skin, but the procedure is very tolerable for most people.
There’s no downtime afterward. You can return to your daily activities immediately, though you may need to avoid sun exposure and use sun protection as advised.
Visit us for personalized dry eye relief
You shouldn’t have to live with irritated, uncomfortable eyes. If you’ve tried other treatments and are still struggling, it’s time to try a new approach. At TrueVision Eye Care, we’ll get to the root of your symptoms and create a dry eye treatment plan tailored to your needs, including IPL therapy if it’s the right fit for you.
Schedule an appointment today and ask us about OptiLight IPL therapy in Morrisville, NC. Relief could be just a few sessions away.