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Dry Eye Relief, Reimagined

Our Light Therapy Protocol (LTP) treats the root cause of dry eye—meibomian gland dysfunction—without daily drops or drugs. This advanced, non-invasive approach targets the glands responsible for producing the protective oils in your tears, helping to restore their natural function and stabilize the tear film. Instead of simply masking symptoms, LTP works to clear blockages, reduce inflammation, and encourage healthy oil flow so the eyes remain comfortable, hydrated, and protected. By addressing the condition at its source, this comprehensive treatment offers longer-lasting relief and improved visual comfort for patients frustrated with chronic dryness, irritation, and dependence on artificial tears.

What Patients Often Notice
  • Less burning, watering, and redness as glands regain function
  • Clearer, more comfortable vision with a more stable tear film
  • Sustained relief with periodic maintenance rather than daily prescriptions
Comprehensive in one visit
Dropless & drugless
Stabilizes the tear film

Why LTP Works When Drops Don’t Prescription drops can soothe inflammation but don’t reopen blocked glands or restore oil production. LTP targets evaporative dry eye at its source—by clearing blockages, warming and expressing glands, and supporting natural cellular recovery.
  • Treats all tear-producing glands in one sitting
  • Improves meibum quality and gland function
  • Protects the ocular surface by stabilizing the tear film
  • Addresses root causes of redness and irritation
The Three Technologies Combined in LTP
  • IPL (Intense Pulsed Light): Calms abnormal superficial vessels, reduces inflammation, and helps liquefy thickened oils.
  • RF (Radiofrequency): Gently heats the eyelids to a therapeutic range, softening meibum and supporting effective expression; can also tighten peri-ocular skin.
  • LLLT (Low-Level Light Therapy): Supports cellular recovery and helps reduce inflammatory mediators to sustain gland function.
Light Therapy Protocol for Dry Eye

Light Therapy Protocol for Dry Eye
Your Treatment Plan
  • Series: Four sessions following the cadence mirrored on the FDA-approved IPL protocol.
  • Combined care: Each visit includes IPL, RF, and LLLT for complementary benefits.
  • Typical experience: Comfort often improves through the series as glands reopen and oil quality normalizes.
Maintenance
  • Interval: A single maintenance session about every six months is typical.
  • Goal: Keep glands clear, preserve function, and sustain a stable tear film.
  • At-home support: Your doctor may recommend lid hygiene, warm compresses, or omega-3s to complement results.
The “Dry Eye Photofacial”
  • More even skin tone and calmer redness around the lids and cheeks
  • Smoother texture and softened fine lines for many patients
  • Non-invasive with no downtime for most people

Prescription Drops Alone
  • Primarily anti-inflammatory—can soothe but don’t reopen blocked glands
  • Require ongoing cost and daily use
  • Do not address gland atrophy or obstruction
LTP: IPL + RF + LLLT
  • Clears obstructed meibomian glands and supports expression
  • Restores natural tear oil production
  • Stabilizes the tear film to protect the ocular surface

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
For Light Therapy Protocol (LTP)

  1. What is the Light Therapy Protocol (LTP)?
    A coordinated dry eye treatment that combines IPL, RF, and LLLT in one visit to treat meibomian gland dysfunction at its source.
  2. How many sessions will I need?
    A four-session series, mirrored on the FDA-approved IPL cadence. Your doctor will tailor the schedule to your needs.
  3. Will I still need prescription drops?
    Many patients reduce or eliminate daily drops because LTP focuses on rehabilitating gland function rather than masking symptoms.
  4. Is there downtime?
    Treatments are non-invasive, and most people resume normal activities immediately.
  5. How do I maintain results?
    A maintenance session about every six months is typical, paired with simple at-home lid care as recommended.



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18291 Imperial Hwy.,
Yorba Linda, CA 92886
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