OptiLight by Lumenis

Dry eye disease is becoming increasingly common, affecting millions of people worldwide. This
chronic condition can significantly impact your life, sometimes making even the smallest of tasks
seem difficult.

If you have eye pain, blurry vision, and dry or watery eyes, it could be a sign that you have dry
eye disease. But don’t worry! With an in-depth eye exam, our team can assess your vision and
eye health to get you the treatment you need.

With treatments like OptiLight by Lumenis, we can help manage your dry eye symptoms and get
you back to seeing clearly and comfortably. Keep reading to learn more about OptiLight by
Lumenis and how it can improve your life.

What are the 2 Types of Dry Disease?

There are two types of dry eye disease.

Evaporative Dry Eye (EDE)

EDE is the most common type of dry eye disease. This type of dry eye occurs when you lack the
proper amount of oil in your tears. When this happens, your tears can evaporate too quickly,
drying out your eyes.

In some cases, EDE can be caused by meibomian gland dysfunction, a disorder where the
meibomian glands in your eyes become blocked, limiting the amount of oil being produced for
your tears.

Aqueous Tear Deficiency (ATD)
If you suffer from ATD, your eyes lack the aqueous layer in your tears. This means that your eyes
aren’t producing enough tears to keep the eye moist, which can lead to irritating and
uncomfortable symptoms.

What are the symptom of Dry Eye Disease?

If you are suffering from dry eye disease, you may notice any of the following symptoms:
● A burning or scratchy sensation in your eyes
● Stringy mucus in or around your eyes
● Irritated or overly-watery eyes
● Sensitivity to light or photophobia
● Eye redness, blurred vision, or eye fatigue
● A sensation of having something in your eyes
● Difficulty wearing contact lenses
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, book an appointment with your eye doctor to
receive a dry eye disease diagnosis and get the treatment you need.

What is OptiLight by Lumenis?

OptiLight by Lumenis is a safe, gentle, and effective treatment done to manage dry eye disease.
This non-invasive procedure is the first and only FDA-approved intense pulsed light (IPL)
treatment for dry eye management.

OptiLight uses pulses of light precisely administered in the area below the eyes to reduce dry
eye symptoms. This 10-15 minute procedure can relieve dry eye symptoms by:
● Increasing tear break-up time
● Reducing the amount of demodex mites and bacteria around your eyes
● Decreasing inflammation inflammation
● Improving meibomian gland functionality

What to expect?

If your eye doctor has recommended the OptiLight treatment, they will go over everything you
can expect before, during, and after your appointment.

Preparing for Your Appointment
To prepare for your appointment you should avoid:
● Using skin brightening agents or serums for the week before your appointment
● Using tanning beds 1 month prior to your appointment
● Getting botox for at least 3 months before your appointment

● Taking oral isotretinoin, tetracycline, or doxycycline in the 3 months prior to your
appointment

The OptiLight Treatment
This treatment is fast and simple, taking only 10–15 minutes. During your treatment your doctor
will apply a cool gel on the treatment area and cover your eyes with shields to protect them.
As light is applied to the skin, you may experience a warm or a tapping sensation, but you
shouldn’t feel any pain.

Post-Procedure Care
While side effects are uncommon, your eyes may feel slightly more dry or gritty for the day
following your procedure. If you do experience dry eyes, you can use preservative-free artificial
tears.

Following your treatment, your skin will be sensitive, so we recommend avoiding sun exposure
and wearing sunscreen.