Dry Eye Clinic
Our Dry Eye Clinic helps identify the cause of your symptoms and provides personalised treatment plans to relieve discomfort and improve vision
Here at Artingstall Opticians, we understand just how much dry, gritty or watery eyes can affect your day to day activities.
That’s why we offer a dedicated Dry Eye Clinic that’s focused on identifying the underlying cause of your dry eye symptoms with the aim to create a tailored treatment plan to help your eyes feel and see more comfortably.
What to expect at your appointment
Your dry eye assessment will consist of:
A detailed discussion so we can understand how your dry eyes are affecting you.
A comprehensive dry eye assessment, including specialist tests to measure tear quality, quantity and eyelid health
Clear explanation of your results, so you understand what’s happening and why
A personalised management plan designed to target the specific type of dry eye you have.
Our aim is to give you clarity, comfort, and confidence in your treatment.
Treatment options
At-Home Advice & Guidance
We’ll recommend the most effective at-home strategies for your type of dry eye, which may include:
Lubricating eye drops
Hot compress therapy
Demodex management
Lid hygiene routines
These simple measures can significantly improve comfort when used correctly and consistently.
In-Practice Blepharitis Treatment - additional charge
For patients with blepharitis or blocked glands, we offer professional in-practice treatment. This may involve BlephEx or other techniques to deeply clean the eyelid margins and remove debris to support healthy tear function.
Intense Pulsed Light Therapy (IPL) - additional charge
IPL is an advanced treatment used to treat meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) which is one of the most common underlying causes of dry eye.
This gentle light-based therapy helps to:
Improve gland function
Reduce inflammation
Enhance tear stability
IPL Treatment for dry eye
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) is an advanced treatment for Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) which is one of the most common causes of dry eye. It can offer long-lasting relief and significantly reduce your need for eye drops and hot compresses
What is MGD?
MGD occurs when the meibomian glands in your eyelids become blocked or don’t produce enough oil to keep your tears healthy and stable. Without a healthy oily layer, tears evaporate too quickly, leading to symptoms such as dryness, burning, watering, and irritation.
How IPL Helps:
IPL uses gentle pulses of light around the eyelids improve gland flow and function by stimulating the surrounding neurological pathways. It also reduces inflamation. Most people benefit from a course of 3–4 IPL treatments, spaced at specific intervals to achieve the best long-term results.
