DRY EYE CARE

Dry eye is a chronic condition affecting one in three people in the UK, causing gritty eyes, excessive watering, and blurred vision. At Eyelink Opticians, we’re committed to offering the latest technology with new treatments as part of our innovative Dry Eye Programme.

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A comprehensive programme designed to alleviate dry eye symptoms and improve eye health.

SESSION 1

Comprehensive Dry Eye Consultation & Treatment Plan

This first session involves a detailed examination to assess the severity and underlying causes of your dry eye, followed by a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs.

A detailed dry eye consultation/examination to determine the severity and cause through:

A dry eye questionnaire
A thorough assessment of the tear film and lid margins
Assessment of the glands

2. A personalised treatment plan discussing options
including;

Prescriptions for dry eye medication including

ointments and lubricants

Activa heat mask treatment
Tearstim IRPL treatment

SESSION 2

SESSION 3

Ongoing Treatment and Symptom Review

Sessions 2 focuses on evaluating your progress, reviewing your symptoms, and continuing treatments like the Activa heat mask and Tearstim IRPL to provide lasting relief.

A review of the symptoms
Activa heat mask
Tearstim IRPL Treatment

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Post-Treatment Review & Future Care

After completing your treatment sessions, we will assess your dry eye signs and symptoms. Based on your progress, we'll discuss any further treatment options or long-term management plans to ensure continued relief.

1. A review of dry eye signs and symptoms
post-treatment
2. Consideration of any further treatments required

DIAGNOSING DRY EYE:

At Eyelink Opticians we have the latest-state-of-the-art equipment to diagnose dry eyes.
The IDRA has the capability to measure various components of the tear film and the structures of the eyelid.
• Fluorescein imaging
• Tear meniscus
• 3-D meibography
• Lipid layer thickness
• Blink rate
• Non invasive tear break up time

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EXCLUSIVE EYE SPA SERVICES

Activa Heat Mask:

Activa is a registered medical device that utilises a combination of heat and massage to address the dry eye. It works by gently heating the eyelids and applying micro-vibrations to help unblock the glands along the lid margin allowing the secretion of more oils. This helps to stabilise the tear film and prevent your tears from evaporating too quickly. Thus reducing the dryness and discomfort associated with dry eye.

Tearstim IRPL treatment:

This is a non-invasive and painless treatment that uses intense regulated pulsated light (IRPL) technology. It works by stimulating the nervous system to trigger the glands to produce more oils. It is a quick and easy treatment that requires the completion of 4 initial sessions to see long term results. Following this, the effects of the Tearstim can last up to 3 years, when maintained by an annual top up.

Further treatments:

Upon completion of the sessions, we will re-evaluate your dry eye and discuss a management plan for the future. To sustain the effects of the programme, our Optometrists may also prescribe bespoke eye preparations and/or oral medication to help maintain consistent and healthy tears. These further treatments are reviewed on a case by case basis, and are generally considered following completion of the programme.