Are You Struggling with Dry Eyes?
You rely on your vision every day, but irritating dry eye symptoms can get in the way of living life to its fullest. Not only are dry eyes uncomfortable, but they can also impact your job performance, make daily tasks increasingly difficult, and so much more.
Our optometry team is committed to providing you with the vision care you need and deserve. At our practice, we’re proud to offer OptiLight by Lumenis to our patients, specially designed to help you find relief from dry eye disease.
Book an appointment today to see how OptiLight can help you!
What Is Dry Eye Disease?
Dry eye disease is an eye condition that occurs when your eyes don’t get adequate lubrication from your tears to keep them moist and comfortable. This is often a result of your eyes not producing enough tears or producing tears that are low quality.
Your tears are made up of 3 distinct layers, all of which work together to keep your eyes healthy and lubricated:
- The oily layer prevents your tears from evaporating too quickly
- The watery layer delivers nutrients to your eyes
- The mucus layer keeps your tear film stuck to the surface of your eyes
If there’s an issue with any one of these layers, it can lead to dry eye disease.
The Role of the Meibomian Glands
One of the leading causes of dry eye disease is meibomian gland dysfunction. Meibomian gland dysfunction occurs when blockages form in your meibomian glands, which are located around the edges of your eyelid. These blockages prevent your tear film from getting the oils it needs, which can cause your tears to evaporate too quickly, leading to dry eye symptoms.
What Is OptiLight by Lumenis?
OptiLight by Lumenis is a safe, gentle, and effective treatment for dry eye symptoms caused by meibomian gland dysfunction. This non-invasive procedure is the first and only FDA-approved intense pulsed light (IPL) treatment for dry eye management.
OptiLight uses precise pulses of light, done in the area below the eyes, to reduce dry eye symptoms. This 10-15 minute procedure can significantly relieve dry eye symptoms by:
- Increasing tear break-up time
- Reducing the amount of demodex mites and bacteria living around your eyes
- Eliminating blood vessels that contribute to inflammation
- Improving meibomian gland functionality
Is OptiLight by Lumenis Right for Me?
While OptiLight by Lumenis is an effective dry eye management solution, we want to make sure it’s right for you. We do not recommend this treatment if you:
- Are taking certain medications, like Accutane
- Have active acne
- Suffer from certain skin disorders
- Are susceptible to keloid scarring
- Have severe scarring
- Have severely sunburned recently
Your optometrist is the only person who can determine which dry eye treatment is best for you and your individual needs. During your next eye exam, ask us if you are a good candidate for OptiLight by Lumenis.
What to Expect During Your IPL Treatment
Our team wants you to feel confident and informed throughout your IPL treatment journey.
From preparing your skin beforehand to a gentle, effective procedure and personalized aftercare, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Our goal is to help you achieve great results while keeping your skin and eyes protected.
Before Your Treatment
To prepare your skin for IPL treatment, you should do the following prior to your treatment:
- Avoid sun exposure and tanning 2 weeks prior to your scheduled treatment.
- Don’t get a wax, chemical peel, or fillers for 2 weeks prior to your scheduled treatment.
- Discontinue tretinoin, retinA, retinol, salicylic acid, glycolic acid, benzoic acid, adapalene, or any other acids except hyaluronic acid.
- Come into your scheduled treatment day bare faced.
- Let us know about any medications or supplements you are currently taking.
During Your Treatment
Our team will start your treatment by placing a mild anesthetic drop in each eye. We will then place either a cover or a special contact lens over your eyes for protection.
Then, an ultrasonic protective gel will be placed over the area to be treated. The handheld device will be placed directly on your skin. When the light is administered, you may feel a mild stinging sensation and a quick cooling for comfort. It will not hurt.
Patients have described the feeling as similar to snapping a thin rubber band. An IPL service usually takes around 10–15 minutes to complete, depending on the size of the treatment area.
Post-Treatment
After treatment, if you are being treated for dry eyes, we will then carefully use a special microscopic lupe to gently express your meibomian (oil) glands in your eyelids. It may feel like you have a mild sunburn. This sensation usually diminishes within 4–8 hours. Mild redness is also common but does not always occur and can last a few days.
While your skin heals, it’s important to avoid moderate to excessive sun exposure, wear SPF 30+ or higher daily, and use gentle products like micellar water for cleansing and moisturizing.
Special warming masks and medical wipes for your lashes will be used post-procedure. Our team will go over specific aftercare instructions with you following your session.
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We’re Here to Help
Our team is here to help you find relief from dry eyes. We always strive to offer our patients a comprehensive eye care experience, and our treatments reflect that.
Book an appointment today to see how OptiLight by Lumenis can help you!
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We’re located in Tassajara Crossing, with plenty of parking available. You can access us from Camino Tassajara or Center Way.
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- 3464 Camino Tassajara
- Danville, CA 94506
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- Phone: 925-736-4911
- Email: [email protected]
Hours Of Operation
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
*Closed weekdays for lunch 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
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