Chronic dry eye does more than irritate – it can disrupt your focus, comfort and quality of life. While rubbing your eyes or using artificial tears may provide temporary relief, they don’t solve the root cause: insufficient tears.
If drops and medications haven’t worked for you, there’s now a breakthrough solution! Using Intense Pulsed Light (IPL), the Stellar M22™ offers a non-invasive treatment specifically for dry eye caused by Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD).
What Is Meibomian Gland Dysfunction?
Meibomian glands are tiny oil glands right beneath your lash line that play a crucial role in keeping your eyes comfortable. They add a thin layer of oil to your tears, helping to prevent them from drying out too quickly. When these glands become clogged or irritated, it disrupts your eye’s natural moisture balance.
This can lead to:
- A gritty or burning sensation
- Blurry vision that improves after blinking
- Eye fatigue, redness or excess tearing
Common causes and risk factors include:
- Aging
- Hormonal changes
- Eyelid inflammation, often linked to conditions like blepharitis
- Skin disorders like rosacea
- Long-term contact lens use
- Blocked glands caused by Demodex, tiny mites that live along the lash line
What Is IPL Dry Eye Treatment?
IPL therapy for dry eye uses gentle pulses of light applied to the skin beneath the eyes, specifically around the cheeks and nose. The light does not touch the eyes themselves and specialized eyewear are always worn to protect your eyes.
This technology is the first IPL solution approved by the FDA specifically to treat dry eye related to MGD. It’s a drug-free, drop-free solution that targets the underlying cause of dry eye: inflammation.
Powered by patented Optimal Pulse Technology (OPT™), the treatment:
- Calms inflammation that contributes to irritation
- Improves tear stability, so your eyes stay hydrated longer
- Reduces abnormal blood vessels that worsen inflammation
- Unclogs and restores the oil glands along the eyelid
- Helps reduce Demodex mites, which can clog the glands
How Intense Pulsed Light Therapy Works
During treatment, pulses of light gently warm the skin and underlying tissue around the lower eyelid. This heat loosens oil blockages, stimulates healthy gland activity and promotes natural tear production.
As a result, many patients experience long-term symptom relief and improved tear quality over the course of several sessions.
Benefits of IPL Treatment for Dry Eye
- Non-invasive and comfortable
- No daily eye drops required
- Sessions take less than 15 minutes
- Clinically proven results to relieve MGD-related dry eye
- May reduce dependence on artificial tears
- Built-in colling for added safety and comfort
Is IPL Right for You?
IPL therapy may be right for you if you’ve been diagnosed with:
- Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD)
- Evaporative dry eye
- Chronic redness or irritation
- Rosacea-related eye inflammation
- Recurrent styes or Demodex overgrowth
Take the First Step Toward Lasting Relief
Living with dry eye disease doesn’t have to be a lifelong struggle. If you’re ready for a safe, long-term solution, IPL therapy may be your answer. Schedule a consultation today and learn how the Stellar M22™ can help you feel comfortable in your eyes again!