UNDERSTANDING DRY EYE
Dry eye is a common condition that occurs when your eyes do not produce enough tears, or when the tears they produce do not provide adequate lubrication. This can lead to discomfort and may affect your vision and overall eye health.
Common Symptoms of Dry Eye:
- A gritty, sandy or foreign body sensation
- Burning or stinging eyes
- Redness
- Excessive watering
- Blurred or fluctuating vision
- Tired, sore or uncomfortable eyes
- Sensitivity to light
OUR COMPREHENSIVE DRY EYE ASSESSMENT
Our advanced dry eye assessment is designed to identify the underlying cause of your symptoms and help us create a personalised treatment plan tailored to your individual needs.
Your assessment includes:
Meibography – detailed imaging of the oil- producing glands within your eyelids
Tear Break-Up Time (TBUT) – assessment of tear film stability
Tear Analysis – evaluation of tear quality and quantity
Ocular Surface Staining – examination of the health of the eyes surface
Anterior Eye Imaging – high-resolution imaging of the front of the eye
AVAILABLE TREATMENT OPTIONS
Depending on the cause and severity of your dry eye, treatment may include:
Private prescription anti-inflammatory eye drops for more severe dry eye conditions
Blephasteam® treatment with lid expression
Blephasteam® treatment combined with
Blephex® lid cleaning
Punctal plugs to help retain natural tears
OptiLIGHT Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)
OptiLIGHT Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)
OptiLIGHT Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) is an advanced, clinically proven treatment for dry eye disease caused by meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). Rather than simply relieving symptoms, it targets the underlying cause by reducing inflammation, improving the function of the meibomian glands and restoring a healthier tear film. The treatment is gentle, non-invasive and typically takes around 15–20 minutes, helping to provide long-lasting relief from dry, irritated, watery or burning eyes.
Benefits of OptiLIGHT IPL
- Clinically proven treatment for dry eye disease
- Targets the underlying cause, not just the symptoms
- Improves meibomian gland function
- Reduces inflammation around the eyelids
- Helps create a healthier, more stable tear film
- Reduces tear evaporation
- Relieves dry, gritty, burning and watery eyes
- Comfortable, non-invasive treatment
- No surgery or downtime
- Long-lasting relief for many patients
TBO DRY EYE JOURNEY
Dry Eye Assessment – £175
A comprehensive dry eye assessment, including:
- Meibography, Tear break-up time, and Anterior Eye Imaging
- A selection of over-the-counter products recommended for your condition, to the value of £50
- Recommendations for treatment and management of your condition.
Private Prescription Service – £25
Where required, private prescriptions can be issued for specialist dry eye medications.
Dry Eye Aftercare Appointments – £75
Regular aftercare appointments allow us to monitor your progress, assess treatment effectiveness and adjust your management plan as needed.
