Eyelid Treatment

Eyelid Treatment

• Eyelid Treatment is a treatment for dry eye caused by meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), which is a blockage of the sebaceous glands leading to eyelid inflammation, dry eye, redness, irritation, or stye. Dry eye caused by meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) is due to decreased tear production from the main lacrimal gland, and/or accessory lacrimal glands. As a result, tear film loses its stability and evaporates more quickly, leading to eye irritation and dry eye.

• Eyelid Treatment is a form of massage that works along the length of the eyelids to provide relief from obstruction of the meibomian glands using a warm compress at 30-40 degrees Celsius for 10-15 minutes.

Eyelid Treatment Procedures at TRSC

• Eyelid warm compression for 10-15 minutes (60 watts of heat for 30 seconds).

• Eyelid massage to squeeze oily fluid out from the glands.

• Gentle eyelid cleansing with foam.

• Eyelid cleansing with balanced salt solution.

• Administration of antibiotic drops and artificial tears.

Advantages of Eyelid Treatment

• Relieve dry eye symptoms or eye discomforts due to MGD.

• Remove any debris around the eyelids or at the base of eyelashes.

• Unblock the glands and clean the eyelids.

• Remove eyelash mites.

• Relieve eyelid inflammation and irritation.

Limitations of Eyelid Treatment

• Must not have any eye infections such as keratitis, stye or conjunctivitis, and that must be treated before receiving the treatment.

• Eyelid Treatment does not treat dry eyes caused by other causes such as:

  • Hormonal imbalance especially in women which can cause deterioration of tears quality.

  • Long-term extended contact lens wear.

  • Prolonged use of computers and mobile phone without break.

  • Certain medications, including antihistamines, acne medication, antidepressants and certain blood pressure medications, etc.

Eyelid Treatment at TRSC targets dry eye from meibomian gland dysfunction. The service includes warm compresses, eyelid massage, cleansing with foam and saline, and applying antibiotic drops and artificial tears. It alleviates dry eye symptoms, inflammation, and removes eyelash debris and mites.