Qui pratique le LipiFlow ?

Qui pratique le LipiFlow ?

Le traitement LipiFlow® est offert par nos optométristes spécialisées pour le traitement de la sécheresse oculaire. Ce que beaucoup de personnes souffrant de sécheresse oculaire ne savent pas, c'est qu'elle est souvent causée par un dysfonctionnement des glandes de Meibomius.

Comment soigner le syndrome de l'œil sec ?

- Le traitement initial le plus simple et le plus rapide pour soulager, c'est le recours aux gouttes oculaires ou aux larmes artificielles (collyres humidifiants) qui compensent le déficit de larmes. Cette approche procure habituellement un soulagement pour les cas légers de sécheresse des yeux.

Pourquoi la sécheresse des yeux ?

La sécheresse oculaire provient d'une mauvaise qualité ou d'une diminution de la production de larmes. Les symptômes sont multiples : picotements, sensation de sable dans les yeux, de paupières collées… Le plus souvent, ce phénomène d'yeux secs est lié au vieillissement.

What are the side effects of Lipiflow treatment?

• Risks of Lipiflow Treatment. Trials show that there are few negative side effects of Lipiflow Dry Eye Treatment. Some people reported having red eyes, a sensitivity to light, or a slight burning sensation right after treatment. However, these effects were minimal and subsided quickly after treatment was over.

What is Lipiflow dry eye treatment and how does it work?

• One of the most innovative and popular treatments available to the public is Lipiflow Dry Eye Treatment. One of the easiest ways to soothe dry eyes is with Heyedrate Lid and Lash Cleanser—a completely vegan, organic, and natural lid and lash cleanser. This unique spray cleans eyelids.

Why would my doctor recommend Lipiflow instead of Botox?

• Thanks so much! Hi, if you search the forums I think you'll find lots of discussion and comparisons between the two procedures. The most likely reason your doctor recommended Lipiflow is because it's more widely available in general practice, is FDA approved, and has benefited from more aggressive marketing.

What is the difference between Lipiflow and IPL for MGD?

• By contrast, IPL to treat MGD is an off-label use and is typically found in academic dry eye clinics. However, from what I understand IPL can work better than Lipiflow for some patients but it also takes several months to complete the treatment regime.