LipiScan, LipiFlow & Prokera: Dry Eye Diagnosis & Treatment
At Orange County Eyecare Optometry, we offer advanced solutions for diagnosing and treating dry eye syndrome caused by Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD). Using LipiScan and LipiFlow technologies, we provide precise diagnosis and effective treatment to ease your dry eye symptoms and restore comfort to your vision.
What is Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) & How Does It Cause Dry Eye?
Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) occurs when the meibomian glands in your eyelids become blocked or do not function properly. These glands secrete an oily fluid that is essential for maintaining a healthy tear film by slowing the evaporation of tears. When these glands are compromised, the lipid (fatty) layer of your tear film isn't sufficient to keep your eyes lubricated, leading to dry eye symptoms such as burning, itching, a gritty sensation, and redness. MGD is a common and chronic condition, affecting approximately 86% of people with dry eye symptoms.
LipiScan: Precise Diagnosis of MGD
The LipiScan diagnostic procedure employs high-definition imaging to assess the health of your meibomian glands. Capturing detailed images allows our optometrists to identify blockages or dysfunctions that can cause dry eye symptoms. This non-invasive test provides critical information, enabling targeted treatment plans to improve your eye health and comfort.
Quick and Painless: The LipiScan procedure is quick and painless and takes about one minute to image both lower eyelids.
High Accuracy: LipiScan’s high-definition images allow for accurate diagnosis of MGD, enabling targeted and effective treatment plans.
LipiFlow: Effective Treatment for Dry Eye
LipiFlow is an FDA-approved treatment that uses a combination of gentle heat and pressure to unblock the meibomian glands, restoring their natural function and providing relief from dry eye symptoms. This in-office procedure is safe, drug-free, and highly effective.
Comfortable Procedure: Numbing eye drops are used to ensure your comfort during the LipiFlow treatment. The device's contoured eyepiece is placed over your cornea, applying therapeutic heat and gentle pressure to clear gland obstructions.
Quick Results: The entire LipiFlow procedure takes about 12 minutes, and many patients experience significant improvement in their dry eye symptoms shortly after treatment.
Why Choose LipiScan and LipiFlow?
Targeted Treatment: By accurately diagnosing MGD with LipiScan, we can provide targeted treatment with LipiFlow, addressing the root cause of your dry eye.
Improved Comfort: Patients often report a significant reduction in dry eye symptoms and an improvement in overall comfort and vision quality.
State-of-the-Art Technology: At Orange County Eyecare Optometry, we are committed to using the latest technology to provide the best possible care for our patients.
If you suffer from dry eye symptoms such as burning, itching, redness, or a gritty sensation, it may be time to consider LipiScan and LipiFlow. Contact us to request an appointment and find out how these advanced technologies can help you.
Prokera®: Amniotic Membranes
Used in damaged or eroded corneas, Prokera® heals the surface of the eye while reducing inflammation. The device is similar to that of a contact lens and contains amniotic tissue, praised for its natural therapeutic properties. Prokera is inserted into the eyes by our Optometrist and removed in 5 to 7 days. The thick ring may be an adjustment, but it will provide relief from the pain associated with dry eye.