What is IRPL? Intense regulated pulsed light (IRPL) therapy is a relatively new dry eye treatment. It’s particularly effective in treating meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), the most common cause of chronic dry eye. IRPL targets all aspects of meibomian gland dysfunction by: Improving meibomian gland function Unclogging meibomian glands Reducing inflammation Improving tear film quality […]
Meibomian Gland Dysfunction: Symptoms, Diagnosis, & Treatment
Unless you are an optometrist or a person who visits one often, you probably don’t know much about your meibomian glands. However, these glands play a significant role in keeping your eyes comfortable and functional, so it’s smart to learn a little more about them. Meibomian gland dysfunction (or MGD) is what we call it […]
How Age-Related Macular Degeneration is Diagnosed & Treated
What is Age-Related Macular Degeneration? Age-related macular degeneration, sometimes referred to simply as macular degeneration or AMD, happens when the macula degrades and affects your vision. Like many eye diseases, it’s most common in people over age 50, and it’s the leading cause of blindness in industrialized countries like Canada. Dry AMD vs. Wet AMD […]
