Refine Optometry
Low Level Light Therapy (LLLT)
Low Level Light Therapy (LLLT)
LLLT for Dry Eye Relief
Low-Level Light Therapy (LLLT) is a gentle, non-invasive in-office treatment designed to relieve dry eye symptoms by addressing their underlying causes. LLLT uses specific light wavelengths to reduce inflammation and boost the function of the meibomian glands (responsible for producing the oily layer of your tears) and lacrimal glands (which produce the watery layer of tears). This leads to improved tear quality and more comfortable eyes throughout the day.
How Does LLLT Work?
- Wavelengths of Light: LLLT uses specific light wavelengths that gently penetrate the skin around your eyelids. This light energy stimulates the meibomian glands, helping to unclog them and promote better oil production, which prevents tear evaporation.
- Reduces Inflammation: By reducing inflammation around the eyes, LLLT improves the overall function of the meibomian glands, addressing one of the most common causes of dry eye.
- Enhances Tear Production: LLLT enhances the production of healthy tears by improving both the oil and water layers of the tear film, leading to long-lasting relief.
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)
Key Information
What to Expect During LLLT Treatment
- Non-Invasive & Painless: LLLT is painless and does not require direct contact with the eyes. Patients often find the procedure relaxing, and it only involves short exposures to light.
- Quick & Convenient: Each session typically lasts around 15 minutes, with no downtime required afterward. You can return to your daily activities immediately after treatment.
- Bright Light & Warming Sensation: During the procedure, you may feel a gentle warming sensation and notice bright light, but these are completely safe and part of the treatment process.
- Meibomian Gland Expression: After LLLT, your optometrist may perform meibomian gland expression to further improve oil secretion from the glands, maximizing the effectiveness of the treatment.
Who Benefits from LLLT?
LLLT is particularly effective for individuals with meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), chronic dry eye, or inflammatory ocular conditions. If you’ve struggled to find lasting relief from symptoms like irritation, dryness, or light sensitivity, LLLT offers a promising solution.
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)
Personalized Treatment Plans
Refine Optometry uses advanced diagnostic tools like meibography to assess meibomian glands and customize treatment plans. They offer LLLT and a combination of therapies for dry eye symptoms. Contact them to explore personalized options for long-term comfort and better eye health.