OptiLight by Lumenis | Riverside Eye Specialists

What is Dry Eye?

Dry eye disease is a common condition that affects the eye’s ability to keep itself lubricated. The problem occurs within the eye’s tear film. If a patient’s tear film isn’t able to produce and maintain high-quality tears, it’s possible the patient will begin to experience the irritation and symptoms of dry eye.

Dry eye can be caused by a variety of factors. Some limit the eye from producing tears, while others increase the evaporation speed of the tears. Factors such as diet, dry air, allergies, or old age can all contribute to a patient’s risk of dry eye.

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What is OptiLight by Lumenis?

OptiLight by Lumenis is a light-based, non-invasive treatment done in the area below the eyes to manage dry eye. The first and only IPL FDA-approved for dry eye management.

The treatment is safe, gentle, and is backed by more than 20 clinical studies.

How Does It Work?

OptiLight uses precise pulses of light to reduce the inflammation that is typically associated with dry eye disease, improve tear break-up time, and increase meibomian gland functionality.

This application can significantly relieve dry eye indicators and has a multi-factorial effect, including:

Increasing tear break-up time
Reducing the amount of demodex mites and bacteria living around your eyes
Eliminating blood vessels that contribute to inflammation
Improving meibomian gland functionality

Increasing Tear Break-Up Time

Reducing the Amount of Demodex Mites & Bacteria Living Around Your Eyes

Eliminating Blood Vessels that Contribute to Inflamation

Improving Meibomian Gland Functionality

What to Expect

Before Your Treatment

Prior to booking, your optometrist will go through any contraindications and ensure that you are a good candidate for the procedure. There are some skin conditions, diseases, and infections that may prevent you from receiving this treatment.

It’s important to discuss all of your health issues and any other treatments you are having, including medications you might be taking, before receiving an OptiLight treatment. A full list of contraindications is available from our team.

If you are a candidate, we will book you an appointment. To prepare for your treatment, please arrive at the office with a clean face and no makeup or skin creams. You should wear comfortable clothing to your appointment.

We will prepare you for the treatment by thoroughly explaining the process to you. We’ll answer any questions that you may have before we begin.

Your hair will be secured out of the way with a headband and your face will be cleaned in preparation for your OptiLight procedure.

During Your Treatment

This treatment is fast and simple. During the treatment, your doctor will apply a coupling gel on the treatment area and cover your eyes with shields.

As light is applied to the skin, you may experience a warm sensation. The treatment is gentle with minimum discomfort. The treatment itself will only take 10–15 minutes.

After Your Treatment

After treatment, the gel is removed and your face will be cleaned. You are able to resume normal activities right away and apply makeup as desired.

Depending on the patient, improvements are normally seen around the second or third treatment. Your optometrist will provide you with advice as to the appropriate treatment schedule.

Will the OptiLight Work for Me?

While OptiLight by Lumenis is an effective dry eye management solution, we want to make sure it’s right for you. We do not recommend this treatment if you:

Suffer from aqueous deficiency dry eye (rather than evaporative dry eye or meibomian gland dysfunction)
Have a history of keloid scarring
Have severe scarring around your eyes

Ultimately, your doctor is the only person who can determine whether this option is right for you. During your next appointment, ask us if you are a good candidate for OptiLight by Lumenis.

You Don’t Have to Live With Dry Eyes Anymore

Dry, irritated eyes can be managed with a new treatment that brings comfort and can restore quality of life. Visit your eye doctor to get an accurate diagnosis and a treatment plan tailored to your needs.

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Our Location

You can find our practice near the historic downtown Riverside, California. If you have any trouble finding us, give us a call!
To request an appointment please call or text us at 951-686-4911.