Here’s what you need to know about IPL therapy. IPL is used for dry eyes caused by meibomian gland dysfunction. It targets the skin around the eyes, reducing inflammation and any bacterial ...

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A panelist discusses how treating demodex blepharitis with Lotilaner not only eliminates the anterior blepharitis symptoms but also improves meibomian gland function, with low recurrence rates after ...

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IPL is now being used for dry eye treatment, especially in patients with meibomian gland dysfunction. The light pulses help in reducing inflammation and improves lipid secretion from the glands.

Liu R, Rong B, Tu P, et al. Analysis of cytokine levels in tears and clinical correlations after intense pulsed light treating meibomian gland dysfunction. Am JOphthalmol. 2017;183:81-90.

She says, “This innovative treatment uses radio frequency and intense pulsed light to restore the function of the Meibomian glands. The procedure involves treating the areas around the upper and ...

IPL's gentle light pulses generate heat which helps dissolve the solidified oils blocking meibomian glands - which are responsible for healthy tear production - reducing inflammation in the process.

In this review we have critically evaluated the proposed pathogenetic mechanism for MGD involving hyperkeratinization of the meibomian gland duct leading to obstruction, cystic dilation and ...

Originally used in dermatology to address skin conditions like rosacea and hyperpigmentation, Dr. Toyos discovered that IPL could also stimulate the meibomian glands, improving oil secretion and ...