TEARCARE®
In New York City
Tearcare® is a quick non invasive FDA approved dry eye treatment aimed at alleviating symptoms of dry eyes derived from Meibomian gland dysfunction. The procedure uses heat generated from the tearcare system to heat up any oil blockages within the meibomian glands to make gland expressions more efficient allowing for the tear film to receive the proper oil flow it needs to create a stable ocular surface alleviating dry eye symptoms in the process.
TEARCARETEARCARE® NYC
TEARCARE® FAQS
Benefits of Tearcare®
- Improved vision due to a stable ocular surface
- Quick minimally invasive procedure that’s completely painless
- No associated downtime
- Provides immediate relief for dry eye symptoms.
Who is a Candidate for Tearcare®?
How Tearcare® is Performed
Tearcare® is a non invasive in office procedure that takes less than thirty minutes. The first part of the procedure will have someone part of your eye care team apply the tearcare smart lids on the upper and lower eyelids on both eyes. Afterwards you will sit back and relax for 15 minutes as the tearcare system applies a consistent 42°C of heat to your Meibomian glands. Once the 15 minutes are over the smart lids will be removed and numbing eye drops will be given so your eyecare provider can express the glands and relieving them of any oil obstructions.
Recovery & Aftercare®
Should I still continue to do a warm compress at home after tearcare®
How often should tearcare® be done
Those suffering from chronic blepharitis and meibomian gland dysfunction are recommended to do tearcare every 6-12 months as long term obstruction of the Meibomian glands leads to further gland atrophy and worsening of dry eye symptoms. the atrophy of the glands are difficult to reverse and can so far only be done through intense pulsed light therapy.
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