This transcript is from an informational video by Dr. Robison of Boise Eye Pros about a condition called meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). MGD occurs when the glands in your eyelids that produce oil for your tears become inflamed and clogged. This can lead to dry, gritty eyes because the oil layer of your tears evaporates too quickly. Dr. Robison discusses how Boise Eye Pros uses IPL technology to treat MGD by targeting inflammation and clearing blockages in the glands.
Hi, I'm Dr. Robison with the Boise Eye Pros.
Are you experiencing any dry or gritty eye symptoms? Chances are you might have meibomian gland dysfunction.
Our tears are made up of three layers: there's a sugar layer made by our eye, there's a watery layer made by a gland in our sinuses, and there's an oil layer made by glands in our eyelids called meibomian glands.
If those meibomian glands get inflamed and clogged up, then we don't spread oil over the tears, and our tears will evaporate quickly.
At our Boise office, we have advanced technology to treat meibomian gland dysfunction. Our IPL device delivers intense pulses of light that target the blood vessels leading to eyelid inflammation, as well as melts down the oil that's been hardened up in our eyelids, clearing a new path for our oil to spread over our tears, making it so our tears don't evaporate so quickly.
Here at the Eye Pros, our doctors work hard to find the root cause of your dry eyes, rather than throwing a bandaid over the symptoms such as with constant artificial tear use.
So, if you or someone you know has been experiencing dry eye symptoms, our office has the most effective treatment options available.
Don’t let dry eyes disrupt your daily life! Schedule an appointment at Boise Eye Pros today. Our friendly staff will listen to your concerns and perform a comprehensive eye exam to diagnose the root cause of your dry eyes. We offer a variety of treatment options tailored to your specific needs, and our IPL technology provides a safe and effective solution for meibomian gland dysfunction.
Restore the comfort and clarity of your vision. Call Boise Eye Pros at (208) 378-7020 or schedule your appointment today. We look forward to helping you achieve optimal eye health!
