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 Omega-3’s Can Help Treat Dry Eye
Chronic Dry Eye, What Is It? Dry eye is a chronic condition that occurs when your eyes do not produce enough tears, or the tears they produce are of poor quality. A lack of good quality tears can cause your eyes to feel dry, irritated, itchy, and even watery. Dry eye can result due to […]
