Dry Eye Treatment
What is Dry Eye Syndrome?
Dry Eye Syndrome is a problem affecting approximately 30% of the population and is characterised by insufficient tears. Dry eye can afflict anyone of any age, but is more common as we age and produce a smaller volume of tears. Menopause and excessive computer use can also cause symptoms to surface earlier.
Dry Eye Treatment
Our optometrists offer the latest research based treatments for dry eye including IPL (Intense Pulse Light) therapy and BlephEx treatment.
IPL therapy utilises infra-red light of a specific wavelength to target inflamed vessels in the eyelids, shutting them down. These vessels – called telangiectactic vessels – are familiar to anyone with acne rosacea, and look like tiny spider veins. They are bad news for dry eye, as they invade the eyelid margins and consequently inflame the important oil-producing glands of the eyelids – the meibomian glands.
BlephEx is a hand-held device applied to the eyelid margins to assist in treating dry eye. It utilises a spinning surgical-grade sponge tip applied with an exfoliating solution to remove biofilm and debris. BlephEx treatments leave the eyelid margins clean and comfortable and can provide instant relief to patients affected with dry eyes. BlephEx was developed by American Ophthalmologist James Rynerson in 2013.
BlephEx treats dry eyes caused by a build up of hardened film on the edge of the eyelids called Biofilm. It doesn’t naturally go away and gets thicker with age. It can occur earlier in contact lenses wearers and allows bacteria to build up in numbers, triggering inflammation in the surrounding tissues. This is called blepharitis, and causes symptoms such as itching, irritation and dry eyes.
Our optometrists has found great success with IPL therapy & BlephEx treatments in conjunction with other treatment methods.
What Are the Symptoms of Dry Eye?
- Stinging
- Burning
- Redness
- Occasional blurred vision
- Itchiness (particularly in the corners of the eyes)
- Tired eyes (a feeling like you need to close the eyes)
- Mucus around the eyelids, particularly upon waking
- A feeling of grittiness, or the sensation of something foreign in the eye (like an eyelash or a grain of sand)
If you are suffering from dry eye syndrome, please Book an Appointment Online to see Mark or David.
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Comprehensive Eye Exam
David Shanahan provides a Comprehensive Eye Test that allows between 30 and 45 minutes with each patient, ensuring precise and thorough results.
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Myopia Control Treatment
Myopia is an eye condition that causes the distance vision to be blurred. It typically gets worse over the teenage years and the deterioration can continue even into a person’s twenties and thirties.
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Astigmatism Treatment
Astigmatism occurs when the optical power of the eye varies depending on the angle of light passing through, producing blurred vision.
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Colour Vision Assessment
Colour blindness can refer to two different conditions affecting a persons’ ability to see colour. David has a variety of different colour blind tests (colour vision tests) that he can conduct to determine the nature of your condition.
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Aviation Eye Exam
David is certified by The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) to carry out Aviation Eye Examinations for civil air crew and air traffic controllers. We will also lodge the results directly to CASA on your behalf.
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Digital Eye Strain Treatment
Digital Eye Strain can be defined as the physical discomfort felt after two or more hours in front of a digital screen. Technology is becoming a bigger part of our lives, with many people required to use devices for work or education.
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Pattern Glare Sensitivity (Irlen Syndrome)
Irlen Syndrome (also known as Meares-Irlen Syndrome, Scotopic Sensitivity Syndrome and Visual Stress) is a perceptual processing disorder. It is not an optical problem, rather a problem with the brain’s ability to process visual information.
Our services
Comprehensive Eye Exam
David Shanahan provides a Comprehensive Eye Test that allows between 30 and 45 minutes with each patient, ensuring precise and thorough results.
Our services
Myopia Control Treatment
Myopia is an eye condition that causes the distance vision to be blurred. It typically gets worse over the teenage years and the deterioration can continue even into a person’s twenties and thirties.
Our services
Astigmatism Treatment
Astigmatism occurs when the optical power of the eye varies depending on the angle of light passing through, producing blurred vision.
Our services
Colour Vision Assessment
Colour blindness can refer to two different conditions affecting a persons’ ability to see colour. David has a variety of different colour blind tests (colour vision tests) that he can conduct to determine the nature of your condition.
Our services
Aviation Eye Exam
David is certified by The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) to carry out Aviation Eye Examinations for civil air crew and air traffic controllers. We will also lodge the results directly to CASA on your behalf.
Our services
Digital Eye Strain Treatment
Digital Eye Strain can be defined as the physical discomfort felt after two or more hours in front of a digital screen. Technology is becoming a bigger part of our lives, with many people required to use devices for work or education.
Our services
Pattern Glare Sensitivity (Irlen Syndrome)
Irlen Syndrome (also known as Meares-Irlen Syndrome, Scotopic Sensitivity Syndrome and Visual Stress) is a perceptual processing disorder. It is not an optical problem, rather a problem with the brain’s ability to process visual information.