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BlephEx Treatment - Healthy Lids for Life

If you are one of the 82 million people in the U.S. who are affected by blepheritis, Dr. Heinke might prescribe a BlephEx treatment for you. Unfortunately, the treatment is not currently covered by insurance, but if you compare the cost of all the artificial tears, cycloporines, antibiotics, and anti-inflammatories that you spent over the years, and you still have not dealt with the cause of your discomfort, it is well worth the money spent to give you relief.

We ensure you get thorough care and guaranteed satisfaction. Call us today for a new patient registration.

Watch the video below to learn more about blepheritis.

Exclusively at Family Eye Care of Woodstock!
LipiScan™ with Dynamic Meibomian Imaging™(DMI™) Screening

Family Eye Care of Woodstock is the ONLY location in McHenry County for this state-of the art screening and treatment. It is used by Mayo Clinic and other high quality eye care professionals. Now you can experience the newest way to treat the causes of poor Meibomian glands function right here in McHenry County!

Lack of visible signs can make the evaluation of Meibomian Glands difficult. The TearScience® SPEED™ Questionnaire and LipiScan™ provide a streamlined method for evaluating your Meibomian glands with confidence. 86% of dry eye disease is caused by poor Meibomian glands function. Eye drops only mask the problem.

Family Eye Care will help you complete The Standard Patient Evaluation of Eye Dryness (SPEED™) Questionnaire that identifies and rates dry eye symptoms by asking four simple questions on symptom frequency and severity. Validated by independent researchers, if symptoms are detected, LipiView® II and a gland evaluation are recommended.

LipiScan™ with Dynamic Meibomian Imaging™(DMI™) is the first and only dedicated rapid high definition imager. It provides fast gland scans, and it’s painless.

Watch the video below for more information about Meibomian glands and treatment for dry eye disease.

Source: tearscience.com

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LipiFlow™ Thermal Pulsation Treatment

Treatment: Restore Gland Function

The LipiFlow® Activator, a single-use sterile device, safely and comfortably delivers automated therapeutic energies to each Meibomian gland while protecting the delicate structures of your eyes. Supported by 36 patents and seven years of dedicated research, LipiFlow® treatment provides a level of accuracy and quality that allows Family Eye Care professionals to treat MGD patients with confidence and ease.

During treatment, its contoured design vaults your cornea and protects your eyes allowing a maximum therapeutic temperature of 109.4 degrees Fahrenheit to reach glands from the inner eyelid, without damaging your eyelid or delicate structures of your globe. Space-age insulation protects the cornea from exceeding a safe 103.1 degrees Fahrenheit, while an intelligent pressure feedback loop sends pulsed sequences to expel blockages. Force equalization protects the globe from pressure transmission by focusing energy only on the eyelid.

Delivered through the LipiFlow® Activator, Vectored Thermal Pulse™ (VTP) technology maximizes results while delivering patient comfort. VTP™ uniquely applies a combination of heat and pressure to the inner eyelid to safely remove gland obstructions and stagnant gland content. Patented vectored heat and adaptive force equalization targets the pulse, heat, and pressure on the Meibomian glands to maximize effectiveness. Therapeutic motion provides proximal to distal parastalsis to clear gland contents.

Watch the video below for more information about the LipiFlow® treatment.

Source: Tearscience.com

Suffering from Dry Eye? Try Radiofrequency and IPL Therapy with InMode – The Ultimate Solution for Relief!

If you are dealing with the discomfort of dry eye disease mainly due to meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), the latest breakthroughs in treatment are here to provide long-lasting relief: radiofrequency (RF) and intense pulsed light (IPL) therapies, especially with the InMode platform, revolutionize dry eye care.

Why Choose Radiofrequency and IPL Therapy?

Dry eye disease is often caused by dysfunctional meibomian glands, which produce the oils that keep your eyes lubricated and prevent the tears from evaporating. When these glands are clogged or impaired, the tear film becomes unstable, leading to irritation, redness, and discomfort. Radiofrequency (RF) and intense pulsed light (IPL) therapies work to restore gland health and improve tear quality.

Stimulates Gland Function: RF therapy uses heat to open blocked meibomian glands, improving oil secretion. IPL therapy reduces inflammation. Both are critical for better tear production.

Restores Collagen and Tissue Elasticity: The heat from RF therapy also stimulates collagen production, improving the structural support around the meibomian glands and further aiding in their function.

Long-Lasting Results: Studies show that RF/IPL treatment can relieve symptoms for up to six months or longer, significantly reducing tear evaporation and improving comfort.

Why InMode RF/IPL is the Best Option

The InMode system, particularly its Forma-I handpiece, is at the forefront of RF and IPL technology for dry eye treatment. Here’s why:

Precision and Safety: InMode’s advanced technology delivers targeted heat energy that precisely stimulates the Meibomian glands without damaging surrounding tissues.
Dual Benefits: InMode's combination of RF and IPL therapies has a synergistic effect, treating both gland blockages and underlying inflammation.
Enhanced Comfort: InMode treatments are non-invasive, pain-free, and require no downtime, making them a comfortable and convenient solution for dry eye sufferers.

What Science Says

Clinical studies have shown impressive results:

Improved Tear Film Stability: Patients experienced significant improvements by slowing tear evaporation and Meibomian gland scores after RF/IPL treatment..
Gland Regeneration: Imaging techniques like meibography showed that RF and IPL therapies helped regenerate the Meibomian glands, reducing gland loss and restoring their vital function.
Symptom Relief: Patients reported major improvements in dry eye symptoms, including relief from irritation, redness, and discomfort, with effects lasting for months.

Take Control of Your Dry Eyes

With InMode’s RF and IPL therapy, you can not only alleviate the symptoms of dry eye but also address the root cause—Meibomian gland dysfunction. This powerful combination therapy is the best choice for long-lasting relief and restored gland health. Stop suffering and start seeing clearly with InMode!

For more information, consult your eye care specialist and ask about InMode RF and IPL therapy today!

Sources:

Effects of IPL and RF treatment on meibomian gland regeneration and patient experience of dry eye disease
Tan, J.M., Jo, J.J., Chelnis, J. Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science, 2023; 64(8):4001.
Available from ARVO Journals(ARVO Journals)

Transcutaneous radiofrequency-mediated meibomian gland expression for dry eye
A prospective multicenter study using the InMode platform with the Forma-I handpiece. Data showed improvements in tear breakup time, meibomian gland scores, and ocular surface disease index (OSDI).
Clinical results summarized on Envision Med(Ophthalmology Times)