If you’re tired of dealing with the discomfort of dry eye—whether it’s the burning, redness, or blurry vision—you’re not alone, and you don’t have to just put up with it. At Optikos Optometry, we understand how frustrating dry eye can be, and we’re here to make a real difference. Using advanced technology, we can uncover the root cause of your symptoms and provide treatments tailored specifically to you.

Understanding Dry Eye

Dry eye occurs when your eyes don’t produce enough tears or when the tears you do produce evaporate too quickly. There are two main types of dry eye: evaporative dry eye and aqueous deficient dry eye. 
 

Evaporative dry eye is the more common type and is often caused by dysfunction in the meibomian glands—tiny glands in your eyelids responsible for producing the oil layer of your tears. Aqueous deficient dry eye occurs when the tear glands fail to produce enough tears to keep the eyes properly lubricated, leading to discomfort, dryness, and potential damage to the ocular surface.
 

Advanced Diagnostics with LipiScan

One of the most critical steps in treating dry eye is identifying its underlying cause. For patients with evaporative dry eye caused by meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), the LipiScan device offers a breakthrough diagnostic approach.
 

LipiScan is a high-definition imaging technology that provides a detailed look at your meibomian glands. These glands play a vital role in keeping your tears from evaporating, and their health is crucial for stable, comfortable vision.
 

Using dynamic meibomian imaging (DMI), LipiScan captures detailed, high-resolution images of your glands in just a few minutes. The process is non-invasive and completely painless, giving our team valuable insights into the structure and function of your glands.
 

Benefits of LipiScan:

• Accurate Diagnosis: LipiScan helps us detect MGD early, even before symptoms become severe.

• Personalized Care: With a detailed view of your meibomian glands, we can develop a tailored treatment plan based on your unique needs.

• Time-Efficient: The quick imaging process allows us to diagnose MGD during a single visit.
   

Effective Treatment with LipiFlow

LipiFlow is a thermal pulsation treatment designed to unclog and restore the natural function of your meibomian glands. It is FDA-approved and has helped countless patients find relief from the discomfort of evaporative dry eye. The treatment uses a combination of gentle heat and massage to clear blockages in your meibomian glands. A small device is placed over your eyelids, delivering precise thermal energy to melt any hardened oils while simultaneously massaging the glands to express them. The procedure is quick, comfortable, and typically takes about 12 minutes per eye.
 

Benefits of LipiFlow:

• Long-Lasting Relief: By restoring natural gland function, LipiFlow provides lasting improvement in tear quality and eye comfort.

• Non-Invasive: The procedure is entirely external and does not require surgery or injections.

• Convenient: LipiFlow treatment can be completed in-office during a routine visit.
   

Comprehensive Dry Eye Care at Optikos Optometry

We go beyond temporary fixes to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered dry eye care. Our approach combines advanced diagnostics, state-of-the-art treatments, and personalized care plans to address the root cause of your symptoms. Whether you need LipiFlow to restore your meibomian gland function or additional therapies to support tear production and overall eye health, we’re here to help.
 

Say Goodbye to Dry Eye Discomfort

Dry eye doesn’t have to interfere with your daily life. With innovative diagnostic tools like LipiScan and effective treatments like LipiFlow, Optikos Optometry offers cutting-edge solutions tailored to your needs. By addressing the root cause of your symptoms, we provide real relief and long-term results.
 

Schedule your dry eye consultation with Optikos Optometry and discover how LipiScan and LipiFlow can transform your vision and quality of life. Contact our office in Los Angeles, California, by calling (213) 642-3200 to book an appointment today.