WE OFFER DRY EYE SURGERY SERVICE

Dry eye syndrome occurs when your eyes don’t produce enough tears or when the tears evaporate too quickly. This can lead to discomfort, redness, irritation, and even vision problems. If conservative treatments like artificial tears, medications, or lifestyle changes don’t provide relief, surgical intervention may be necessary.

Who Needs Dry Eye Surgery?

Surgical treatments for dry eyes are recommended for individuals who experience:

• Chronic dryness despite using eye drops or medications
• Severe irritation and discomfort that affects daily activities
• Corneal damage or vision disturbances due to dry eyes
• Incomplete eyelid closure (leading to tear evaporation)

Types of Dry Eye Surgeries We Offer

Punctal Occlusion (Tear Duct Blockage)

• Procedure: Tiny plugs (temporary or permanent) are inserted into the tear ducts to slow tear drainage, keeping the eyes moist longer.
• Benefits: Immediate relief from excessive tear evaporation and dryness.
• Recovery: Minimal downtime, performed in-clinic.

Thermal Cautery (Permanent Tear Duct Closure)

• Procedure: A heat-based treatment that permanently seals the tear drainage ducts to retain moisture.
• Benefits: Long-term solution for severe dry eye cases.
• Recovery: Quick healing, mild discomfort for a few days.

LipiFlow® Thermal Pulsation Therapy

• Procedure: A non-invasive treatment that uses heat and gentle massage to unclog meibomian glands, improving oil secretion for better tear quality.
• Benefits: Addresses meibomian gland dysfunction, a leading cause of evaporative dry eye.
• Recovery: Immediate improvement with minimal downtime.

Amniotic Membrane Transplant (For Severe Cases)

• Procedure: A biological tissue graft is placed over the eye to promote healing and restore tear film stability.
• Benefits: Effective for patients with advanced corneal damage.
• Recovery: Several weeks, with follow-up care required.