Why endure dry eyes! IPL + LLLT technology can help
It must be acknowledged that in an era where technology has become a part of daily life, we all inevitably spend more time in front of screens. Working through screens, studying through screens, taking notes through screens, conducting business through screens, playing through screens, socializing through screens, and the organs that bear the heaviest burden are none other than our two eyes.
Did you know? Data from the World Health Organization (WHO) clearly states that looking at screens for more than 2 hours a day can harm eye health, causing office syndrome, insomnia, short attention span, and even depression.
“Have you ever tried counting how many hours a day you spend in front of screens?” (Please center this) Why does frequent screen viewing cause dry eyes?
Because when we focus on screens, we blink up to 3 times less without realizing it. Normally, people blink 8-12 times per minute to keep their eyes moist. But continuous focusing and reduced blinking cause more evaporation, leading to dry eyes. Another common cause is blocked oil glands on the eyelids, known as MGD (Meibomian Gland Dysfunction), which prevents oil production to coat the eyes. Tears evaporate faster than usual, causing dry, irritated eyes.
Targeted dry eye treatment with IPL + LLLT technology
IPL LLLT technology (Intense Pulsed Light + Low Level Light Therapy) uses high-intensity light to treat dry eyes caused by blocked oil glands on the eyelids. This technology has been recognized as a standard treatment for dry eye disease since 2017 (DEWS II guideline for dry eye treatment). It is suitable for those with the following symptoms:
- Chronic dry eyes, burning, irritation, light sensitivity
- Prolonged use of computers or phone screens
- Wearing contact lenses or regularly applying makeup, insufficient eyelid cleaning, blocked oil glands on eyelids, eyelid inflammation, frequent styes
What are the steps for dry eye treatment with IPL + LLLT?
1. Measure tear production and tear film evaporation
2. Take images of the oil glands producing tears using a slit lamp to assess the severity of dry eye
3. Set the IPL device settings appropriately for each individual
4. Apply IPL + wear LLLT mask, which will create a warm sensation on the eyelids
5. Massage to express the trapped oil in the eyelids by an ophthalmologist
6. Cleanse with specialized eye medication
How does IPL help treat dry eyes?
- Red light generates heat at the eyelids at 42 degrees Celsius, which helps
- Stimulate cellular activity to increase tear production in the long term – reduce inflammation
- Soften the oil in the eyelid glands, reducing blockages
- Constrict abnormal capillaries on the eyelids
- Kill bacteria and mites (Demodex) on the eyelashes
“This is a root-cause dry eye treatment that is fast, painless, and safe” (Please center this) How to observe yourself after IPL LLLT treatment
- Use your eyes normally – avoid sunlight for about 1 week after treatment
- Use eye drops as recommended by your ophthalmologist to enhance treatment effectiveness
- It is recommended to continue IPL treatment about 3 times, every 1-2 weeks, depending on symptoms and severity of each patient
Besides directly solving dry eye problems, IPL also helps with skin rejuvenation around the eyes simultaneously. It not only restores moisture to the eyes but also reduces wrinkles, redness, and dark circles around the eyes all in one treatment.
