Treatment
Dry Eye Treatment
Comprehensive dry eye treatment including punctal plugs, Optilight IPL, and Dry Eye Lab Platinum Tier packages for meibomian gland dysfunction and blepharitis.
Overview
Understanding the Procedure
Dry eye disease is one of the most common eye conditions, affecting millions of people. It occurs when the eyes do not produce enough tears or when tears evaporate too quickly, leading to discomfort, irritation, blurred vision, and in severe cases, corneal damage.
Miss Tina Khanam offers a comprehensive range of advanced dry eye treatments beyond standard artificial tears, targeting the root causes of dry eye — particularly meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), the leading cause of evaporative dry eye.
Punctal plugs are tiny biocompatible devices inserted into the tear drainage channels to slow tear drainage and keep the eye surface lubricated for longer. They are a simple, reversible in-clinic procedure.
Optilight IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) therapy targets inflammation around the eyelids and meibomian glands. Multiple sessions reduce inflammatory markers, improve gland function, and provide lasting relief from dry eye symptoms.
The Dry Eye Lab Platinum Tier package is our most comprehensive treatment, combining thermal therapy, red light therapy, Nulids/Blephex lid cleaning, meibomian gland expression, and intense pulsed light in a single treatment session for maximum benefit.
Benefits
What This Means for You
- Targets root cause rather than just symptom relief
- Long-lasting improvement in comfort and vision quality
- Multiple treatment modalities tailored to your condition
- Minimally invasive in-clinic procedures
- Can reduce dependence on artificial tear drops
Our Approach
Consultant-Led Care
Miss Khanam begins with a thorough dry eye assessment including tear film analysis, meibomian gland imaging, and inflammation markers to identify the specific type and severity of your dry eye. Treatment is then tailored to address the underlying cause.
Suitability
Is This Right for You?
- Chronic dry eye not responding to artificial tears alone
- Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD)
- Blepharitis (eyelid inflammation)
- Evaporative dry eye
- Aqueous-deficient dry eye (punctal plugs)
- Contact lens intolerance due to dry eye
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Permanent (silicone) punctal plugs last indefinitely and can be removed if needed. Dissolvable plugs last 3-6 months and are sometimes used as a trial before permanent plugs.
Most patients benefit from a course of 3-4 IPL sessions spaced 2-4 weeks apart, with maintenance sessions every 6-12 months. The exact number depends on the severity of your condition.
Most treatments are well tolerated. Punctal plug insertion is quick and painless. IPL feels like a warm, gentle pulse on the skin. Meibomian gland expression may cause mild temporary pressure.
Dry eye is typically a chronic condition that can be effectively managed and significantly improved with the right treatment, but it requires ongoing management in most cases.
Quick Facts
Duration
Plugs: 5 minutes; IPL: 15-20 minutes; Platinum Tier: 45-60 minutes
Anaesthesia
None required (topical drops for plugs)
Recovery
No downtime — return to normal activities immediately
Pain Level
No pain
Guide Price
surgeon's fee (additional fees may apply)
A detailed quote will be provided following your consultation.
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Understanding Your Condition
Learn more about the conditions this treatment addresses. Knowledge is the first step toward confident decision-making.
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Book a consultation to discuss Dry Eye Treatment with your consultant. Transparent advice, no pressure, and a personalised plan for your vision.