What is LipiFlow®?
LipiFlow® is an FDA-approved treatment for Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), the
primary cause of dry eyes. LipiFlow® cures MGD by warming the inside of eyelids to
restore healthy oil production and tear quality.
How does LipiFlow® work?
- Prior to the procedure, an anesthetic drop will be applied to your eyes.
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When your eyes are fully numb, your doctor will place LipiFlow® sterile,
single-use activators beneath and over your eyelids, without touching the eye’s surface.
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Dome-shaped, single-use activators then are placed on your eyes. For the first two minutes,
activators maintain consistent pressure while warming to temperature that can dissolve gland
blockages.
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Over the next 10 minutes, the activators alternate between different levels of pressure,
delivering the massage that initiates the natural flow of oil.
- It takes about 6-8 weeks to see the best results and relief can last up to a year.
Benefits of LipiFlow®
Following a LipiFlow® treatment, Meibomian glands resume normal production of oils
needed to produce high-quality tears. These oils prevent tears from evaporating too quickly. This
can provide long-term relief from burning, dryness, and irritation.
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