Can IPl Treatment Be Effective for Dry Eye Syndrome?

asked 6 months ago by nikkidog in Wichita, KS
Latest answer by F. Victor Rueckl, MD
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I have read that IPL helps dry eye syndrome. Can you verify this?

4 answers to Can IPl Treatment Be Effective for Dry Eye Syndrome?

Dry Eyes and IPL

I have never used IPL to treat dry eyes nor have I ever heard of such a thing. Dr. Grant Stevens

Grant Stevens, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

marinaplasticsurgery.com

IPL and Dry Eyes

Most manufacturers of IPL lasers suggest technicians do not go within the orbital rim of the eye because the tissue is much softer and different and can be more easily damaged. This is where you would have to go to treat dry eye syndrome. Dr. Toyos is the physician you are referring to who uses IPL in this area to help treat dry eyes and one of his papers is referenced below. (Please note though that most of his patients suffer from many different eye problems and not just dry... more

F. Victor Rueckl, MD
Las Vegas Dermatologist

www.lakesdermatology.com

IPL and dry eye syndrome

Unfortunately, IPL wouldn't help with dry eyes. You should consult your Ophthalmologist or Internist for more information on how to help you. Good luck.

Philip Young, MD
Bellevue Facial Plastic Surgeon