Icon IPL is a highly effective treatment for dry eye and styes. The Icon IPL (intense pulsed light) therapy is an effective treatment for the inflammatory component of meibomian gland dysfunction. IPL uses a spectrum of light to reduce the inflammatory blood vessels which cause irritation and destruction of the meibomian glands. This treatment is non-invasive and patients can expect very minimal social downtime. IPL has also proven to be an effective treatment for recurring styes.
The primary cause of dry eye syndrome is meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), which occurs when the oil-producing meibomian glands are clogged up and unable to produce a healthy tear film. The oil is crucial as it stops your tear film from evaporating too rapidly.
During the IPL procedure, the heat emanating from the light helps liquefy and release oils that have hardened and clogged the meibomian glands in the eyelids, thus reducing blockages that cause dry eye symptoms and improving the quality of your tears.
Avoid retinoids that cause skin sensitivity, such as products containing Retin-A, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic/salicylic acids, astringents, or Vitamin C for one week preceding your IPL treatment.
Please inform of us any antibiotics or medication you’re taking, as they may cause your skin to be sensitive to light.
Do not wear makeup, lotions or moisturizer to your appointment.
Avoid waxing the area to be treated for a week prior to your appointment.
