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iLux® Dry Eye Treatment

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The iLux® treatment is an innovative method designed to treat meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), a common cause of dry eyes. This technology uses a combination of heat and gentle pressure to unblock the meibomian glands and restore normal glandular function, improving eye comfort.

How does the iLux® Treatment work?

The device iLux® Is a handheld device that applies targeted heat to the eyelids to remove blockages in the meibomian glands. Here are the typical steps in an iLux® treatment session:

1. Eyelid positioning: The optometrist places the patient's eyelid between the soft pads of the iLux® device.
2. Heat application: The device applies heat for a few minutes to ease blockages in the meibomian glands.
3. Controlled pressure: The optometrist can apply gentle pressure to express the oils from the glands, verifying the effectiveness of the treatment by visualizing the extracted oils.

The complete treatment generally takes between 8 and 12 minutes per eye, and patients can return to their daily activities immediately afterwards.

Benefits of iLux® Treatment

The iLux® treatment has several advantages:

• Fast and Non-Invasive: Each session only lasts 8 to 12 minutes and requires no recovery time.
• Proven effectiveness: Clinical studies show that meibomian gland function scores improve significantly two weeks after treatment and continue to improve over time.
• Symptom Relief: Many patients experience relief from dry eye symptoms, such as burning and irritation, after only one treatment.

Complementary treatments

To maximize the benefits of iLux® treatment, complementary treatments may be recommended:

• Eye drops: Use of artificial tears to maintain eye hydration.
• Prescription medications: Prescribing medications to reduce inflammation and stimulate tear production.
• Omega-3 supplements: Taking supplements to improve the quality of oils produced by the Meibomian glands.