OptiLight by Lumenis Dry Eye Treatment in Chicago

What is IPL and Optilight?

IPL stands for Intense Pulsed Light. IPL treatment is a unique treatment which uses broad-spectrum light to target various skin issues such as sun damage, age spots, freckles, birthmarks, rosacea, and broken capillaries, as well as to reduce hair growth. Optilight is a special kind of IPL utilized for dry eye treatment.

IPL works by painlessly delivering multiple wavelengths of light into the skin, which is absorbed by specific targets, such as melanin (for pigmentation issues) or hemoglobin (for vascular issues). This causes damage to the targeted cells or structures, leading to their destruction or absorption by the body, resulting in clearer, more evenly toned skin or reduced hair growth.

How Does Optilight Work?

OptiLight by Lumenis uses precise pulses of light to reduce the inflammation that is typically associated with dry eye disease and improved meibomian glands’ functions.

This application can significantly help relieve dry eye symptoms, and it offers other benefits:

Increasing tear break-up time
Reducing the amount of Demodex mites and bacteria living around your eyes
Eliminating weak blood vessels that contribute to the inflammation cycle
Improving meibomian gland functions and long term protections

What to Expect With Treatment

Optilight is a quick and painless procedure that can be completed in the office without interrupting your day-to-day activities. Here is a summary of the procedure:

Treatment includes 9 passes ear to ear under the lower eyelids and then expression of the meibomian glands.
4 initial treatments separated by 3‐4 weeks, along with meibomian gland expression are recommended.
Touch up and maintenance sessions are recommended every 6‐12 months.