Appointments: (909) 548-5355
Appointments: (909) 548-5355
OptiLight IPL Treatment
Is an FDA approved procedure for the treatment of dry eye that uses a precise, intense, broad-spectrum light to target inflammation. IPL is used to address the underlying causes of evaporative dry eye, meibomian gland dysfunction, and ocular rosacea.
OptiLight IPL In-Office Procedure
WHAT IS Optilight ipl?
OptiLight IPL (Intense Pulse Light) is the first and only IPL that is FDA approved for the treatment of dry eye disease. A main driver of dry eye disease is inflammation and IPL specifically and effectively targets inflammation with a precise, intense, broad-spectrum light. In addition, IPL restores the function of meibomian glands and improves the quality of your tear film.
HOW LONG IS THE PROCEDURE?
The procedure takes about 10-15 min and there are 4 sessions that spaced 2-4 weeks apart. Patients typically report improvement after the 2nd or 3rd treatments.
what does the treatment entail?
- Your eyes will be covered with pads over the eyelids OR corneal shields in order to protect your eyes during the procedure.
- A thin layer of coupling gel will be applied to the areas being treated.
- Light-based therapy is then applied to the skin on and/or around the eyelids. Most patients report no discomfort.
- OptiLight is usually followed by meibomian gland expression or an advanced heat expression device (such as iLux or TearCare).
HOW OFTEN SHOULD I DO IT?
Maintenance sessions depend on the duration, severity, and frequency of symptoms, but re-treatment is usually recommended every 8-12 months. Many advanced patients require 4-8 sessions to notice dry eye relief.
WHO IS A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR Optilight IPL?
This procedure is indicated for patients with ocular rosacea, meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), demodex mites, dry eye, chalazion, and styes. IPL also has skin-enhancing and anti-aging properties due to collagen production and strengthening properties.
WHAT ARE COMMON SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF mgd/dry eye?
Uncomfortable dry, red, gritty, irritated, light sensitive, watery, tired eyes and experience visual fluctuations in vision!
CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH DRY EYE
Blepharitis
meibomian gland dysfunction (mgd)
meibomian gland dysfunction (mgd)
Blepharitis is a chronic inflammation of the eyelids and is a leading precursor to dry eye disease (DED). Since the eyelids and eyelid margins are never washed, an overabundance of bacteria and biofilm forms on the eyelids and eyelashes leading to complications.
Symptoms include crusting, swollen eyelids, redness, and recurrent styes.
meibomian gland dysfunction (mgd)
meibomian gland dysfunction (mgd)
meibomian gland dysfunction (mgd)
Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) is a chronic, progressive abnormality of the oil glands of the eyes and is the leading cause of dry eye disease (DED). MGD has been linked with loss of productivity at home/work, contact lens intolerance and can negatively impact the outcome of cataract and refractive surgery. If left untreated, it can lead to oil gland constipation and eventual irreversible gland drop out/loss.
Symptoms include chronic dryness, intermittent blurry vision, irritation, redness, foreign body sensation, redness, grittiness, and so many more!
demodex BLEPHARITIS
meibomian gland dysfunction (mgd)
demodex BLEPHARITIS
Demodex mites live in the hair follicles of the eyelashes and look like cylindrical sleeves on the base of the eyelashes. They easily proliferate when excess bacteria on the eyelids provide an accessible food source for these mites to consume. These mites
are common and become more prevalent as we age as more than 75% of patients over the age of 45 have mites and often go undiagnosed.
Symptoms include itchiness (often misdiagnosed as "allergies"), irritation, redness, and eyelash loss and misdirection.
OCULAR ROSACEA
SJOGREN'S SYNDROME
demodex BLEPHARITIS
Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition due to hypersensitivity to normal environmental stimuli. Rosacea affects the skin and the sebaceous glands (oil glands) and can therefore cause ocular rosacea. Patients with ocular rosacea present with meibomian gland dysfunction and blepharitis.
Symptoms include burning/stinging eyes, swollen eyelids, redness, development of red vessels around eyes and skin (cheeks and/or nose), and recurrent styes.
SJOGREN'S SYNDROME
SJOGREN'S SYNDROME
SJOGREN'S SYNDROME
Sjogren's Syndrome is a chronic, inflammatory, autoimmune disease that affects the lacrimal gland, the cornea, and the mucous-producing cells in the eyes. Sjogren's patients can also present with meibomian gland dysfunction.
Symptoms include dry mouth, dry eyes, fatigue, burning, eye pain, red eyes, fluctuating and blurry vision.
LAGOHTHALMOS
SJOGREN'S SYNDROME
SJOGREN'S SYNDROME
Lagophthamos occurs when a patient has incomplete or abnormal eyelid closure. This can lead to excessive exposure of the front surface of the eye which can lead to ulceration and infection. Lagophthalmos can be associated with sleep apnea, high myopia, thyroid disease, and eyelid surgery.
Symptoms include dry eyes, blurry vision, red eyes, foreign body sensation, increased tearing, and usually worse upon waking up.
ADVANCED DRY EYE THERAPY
Blephex eyelid exfoliation treatment
optilighT intense pulse light (ipl) mgd and rosacea treatment
zocular eylid system treatment (Zest)
zocular eylid system treatment (Zest)
optilighT intense pulse light (ipl) mgd and rosacea treatment
zocular eylid system treatment (Zest)
optilighT intense pulse light (ipl) mgd and rosacea treatment
optilighT intense pulse light (ipl) mgd and rosacea treatment
optilighT intense pulse light (ipl) mgd and rosacea treatment
TEARCARE mgd treatment
ilux mgd thermal pulsation treatment
optilighT intense pulse light (ipl) mgd and rosacea treatment
OIL GLAND expression treatment
ilux mgd thermal pulsation treatment
ilux mgd thermal pulsation treatment
ilux mgd thermal pulsation treatment
ilux mgd thermal pulsation treatment
ilux mgd thermal pulsation treatment
EYE CARE SERVICES
comprehensive eye exams
comprehensive eye exams
comprehensive eye exams
Our Comprehensive Eye Examinations are much more than just a glasses prescription. We truly believe in a thorough exam that is specific to every patient and their eye care needs. We screen for various eye conditions including cataracts, glaucoma, dry eyes, macular degeneration, ocular allergies, and many others. We always make the time to answer all your eye questions.
DRY EYE therapy
comprehensive eye exams
comprehensive eye exams
Dr. Yee loves treating all sub-specialties of optometry, but as a dry eye sufferer herself, treating dry eyes is her favorite! There is a plethora of dry eye causes including hormones, medications, diet, environment and even your beauty routine. Dry eye therapy extends further than just eye drops. Schedule a dry eye evaluation so we can device the best dry eye therapy for you!
EMERGENCY eye care
comprehensive eye exams
COntact lens evaluations
We treat a variety of non-surgical eye diseases including: eye infections, eye pain, light sensitivity, dry eyes, ocular allergies, foreign body removals and many others.
We also offer retinal imaging and dilated fundus evaluations to better treat and manage any eye diseases.
COntact lens evaluations
BINOCULAR VISION EVALUATIONS
COntact lens evaluations
No contact lens is the same and there is no such thing as "one fits all." We care about obtaining the best fit and comfort with your contact lenses. Here at AVO, we take contact lens care seriously and value the importance of educating patients on proper handle and care.
LASIK consultations
BINOCULAR VISION EVALUATIONS
BINOCULAR VISION EVALUATIONS
Want independence from your glasses and contact lenses? Wondering if you are a candidate for LASIK?
We offer complementary LASIK/ PRK consultations to our patients. Ask us about the details during your eye examination.
BINOCULAR VISION EVALUATIONS
BINOCULAR VISION EVALUATIONS
BINOCULAR VISION EVALUATIONS
If you are experiencing headaches, eye strain, pain around your eyes, double vision, or difficulty focusing at near or on the computer - you may have a binocular vision disorder. During this evaluation, we asses whether your eyes working together as a team and if they are focusing the way they should independently and together.
Consult with Dr. Yee if you're experiencing these symptoms.