Dry Eye Treatment

Nearly everyone suffers from some type of ocular surface disease at some point, and can experience temporarily dry, itchy or irritated eyes. Dry eye disease (DED) is a common condition that occurs when the eyes do not produce enough tears or when the tears evaporate too quickly. This leads to dryness, irritation, and inflammation of the ocular surface. It can be caused by various factors such as aging, hormonal changes, environmental conditions, prolonged screen time, certain medications, and underlying health conditions like autoimmune disorders. Treatment options for dry eye disease may include artificial tears, anti-inflammatory medications, lifestyle adjustments (like using humidifiers or taking regular breaks from screens), and in some cases, surgical interventions. Managing dry eye disease often requires a combination of approaches tailored to the severity and underlying causes of the condition.

Dry eye can cause the following symptoms:

• Red, burning or itchy eyes
• Sensitivity to light
• Excessive tearing or watery eyes
• Eye fatigue
• Blurry vision
• Foreign body sensation
• Difficulty wearing contact lenses​
• Stringy mucus in corner of eyes
  
• Difficulty driving at night​

If you feel like you're experiencing any of these symptoms, book your appointment with us today so we can help find you the best solution for your dry eyes.

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To help properly diagnose and treat your dry eye, we will conduct a series of screenings prior to your appointment. One of these tests is called the Tear breakup time (TBT) test which checks how quickly your tears evaporate after one blink. We will also conduct a non-invasive procedure called meibography, where our technology captures high-definition images of the meibomian glands in the eyelids, allowing the doctor to properly assess their structure and function to diagnose potential issues such as meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). 

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Meibomian Gland Expression Treatment: MiBoFlo

At NewVue, we offer a dry eye treatment called MiBoFlo. MiBoFlo is a non-invasive thermal pulsation treatment paired with in-office meibomian gland expression to treat meibomian gland dysfunction. Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) is a condition where the oil-producing glands in your eyelids, called meibomian glands, don't function properly, leading to a decrease in the quality or quantity of oil needed to prevent your eyes from drying out, often resulting in dry eye syndrome; this can happen due to blocked ducts or changes in the oil produced by the glands themselves.

The MiBoFlo treatment uses heat and an eyelid massage to:

• Liquify the blocked meibum: The controlled heat helps to liquefy the thickened, hardened meibum that is clogging the glands.
• Express the meibum: The eyelid massage action helps to express the liquefied meibum from the glands, clearing the blockages.
• Stimulate gland function: The treatment helps to stimulate the meibomian glands, encouraging them to produce a healthier, more stable tear film.

Treatment protocol recommends 4 sessions every two weeks, if additional sessions are required, single treatments are then performed on an as-needed basis based on patient signs and symptoms.

If you suffer from dry eye and think that MiBoFlo is the solution for you, schedule your appointment today for a consultation.