Dry Eye Treatment
Dry Eye Treatment Options
Once we assess what is causing your dry eyes, we can then prescribe a suitable treatment plan.
IPL Treatment
The IPL device is specifically designed for the treatment of dry eye syndrome due to the Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD).
It is a long-term treatment which stimulates and regenerates damaged oil glands.
- It’s convenient – it requires no gel
- It’s safe – light impulses are emitted
- It grants immediate relief
Grace & Vision Optometrist was one of the first optometrists in Brisbane to provide IPL treatment.
Treatment duration: 45mins
Light Modulation Low-Light Level (LLLT)
This technology works by emission of light at a specific wavelength which triggers an endogenous heating of the eyelids. This light gently warms the Meibomian glands at the depth of the eyelids to allow meibum (oils in the tears) to be released from the clogged glands.
- It’s painless – almost relaxing
- It grants immediate relief
- It’s easy and safe
Treatment duration: 15 mins
Reduce your Dry Eye irritation and frustration.
Talk to us about finding a dry eye solution by booking an appointment to with one of our optometrist who can then best prescribe a dry eye solution tailored for you.
Steam Treatment
Designed for the treatment of dry eye syndrome due to the Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD).
Thermal goggles gently warm the eyelids using heat and moisture to soften and unblock the oil glands.
Treatment involves:
- In-office thermal goggle treatment
- Professional Meibomian gland expression
- Anti-bacterial lid cleansing scrub
- Instillation of anti-bacterial eye gel
Treatment duration: 45mins
Demodex Eyelash Mites
In-office treatment to control the abnormal growth of eyelash mites, which can cause:
- Reduced Meibomian gland health
- Blepharitis (eyelid inflammation)
- Itchiness and irritation
- Increased risk of infection
Treatment involves:
- In-office debriding (cleaning) of the lashes
- Cleansing of the lids
- Topical treatment with a medicated demodex swab
- Topical treatment with an anti-bacterial lid cleansing swab
Treatment duration: 30mins
Eye Drops
Do you know the difference between all the various eye drops on the market?
Different functions include:
- Improving eyelid conditions
- Improving tear composition and pH level
- Improving eye healing
- Prevention of tear evaporation
We carry a range of preservative-free eye drops to meet all your needs. Please don’t hesitate to ask one of our friendly staff for a recommendation, or book an assessment to see which drop will be most suitable!
Lacrimal Lavage
Unblocks the lacrimal drainage system (a.k.a. tear ducts) by flushing with saline solution. This is effective in cases of excessively watery eyes.
Treatment is non-invasive and requires nothing more than a few anaesthetic eye drops.
Treatment duration: 30mins
Punctal Plugs
Also known as tear duct plug or lacrimal plug. It is a small medical device that is inserted into the tear duct to prevent excess drainage of tears from the eye. This effectively works to retain moisture in the eye.
Treatment is non-invasive and requires nothing more than a few anaesthetic eye drops.
Treatment duration: 30mins
Home Therapy
We can book an appointment to teach you how to relieve your symptoms with simple home treatments.
Visit our Brisbane store for our full range of dry eye aids, including:
- Dry eye relief mask
- Anti-bacterial lid wipes
- Lubricating eye drops
- Nutritional supplements
- Anti-bacterial eye gel
Appointment duration: 30mins
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