Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) for Dry Eyes

What is IPL?

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) is a technology that has traditionally been used for improving the skin tone in areas with pigmented spots or unsightly blood vessels on the surface of the skin. More recently, it has been demonstrated to be an effective treatment for dry eyes. The treatment is performed in the clinic, and needs only a few minutes. With shields placed over the eyes, the IPL handpick applies light energy to the skin along the upper cheeks. In research studies, this treatment has been demonstrated to result in decreased inflammatory signaling on the surface of the eyes and improved dry eye symptoms.

Most patients need three IPL treatments, spaced out several weeks apart. Re-treatments may be needed if symptoms return.

The treatment is very safe, but patients must be carefully selected by their physician to increase the chances of success and to minimize potential see effects such as undesired skin tone changes or cold sore break-outs.

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Stockton

Central Valley Eye Medical Group (Stockton)

Toll-Free Number: 800-244-9907
Optical Department: 209-477-5578
Fax: 209-952-0553

Monday - Friday: 8:00am – 12:00pm, 1:00pm – 5:00pm

Manteca

Central Valley Eye Medical Group (Manteca)

Toll-Free Number: 800-244-9907
Optical Department: 209-239-0753
Fax: 209-239-0090

Monday - Friday: 8:00am – 12:00pm, 1:00pm – 5:00pm

Modesto

Central Valley Eye Medical Group (Modesto)

Fax: 209-579-1407

Monday - Friday: 8:00am – 12:00pm, 1:00pm – 5:00pm

Valley Laser & Surgery Center

Central Valley Eye Medical Group (Surgery Center)

Fax: 209-952-1174

Monday – Friday: 7:00am – 5:00pm

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