Intense Pulse Light

Who is a good candidate for Lumecca IPL for dry eyes?

Lumecca IPL is a good option for people with all types of dry eye, including evaporative dry eye, aqueous tear deficient dry eye, and ocular rosacea. It is also a good option for people who cannot tolerate eye drops or who have not had success with other dry eye treatments.

What happens during a Lumecca IPL treatment?

A Lumecca IPL treatment is a quick and easy procedure that is performed in the office. Your eyes will be protected with special goggles and your eyelids will be cleaned. The IPL device will then be used to deliver pulses of light to your eyelids. The treatment is typically pain-free, but you may feel a slight warming sensation.

How many Lumecca IPL treatments are needed?

Most people need 3-5 Lumecca IPL treatments for dry eyes. The treatments are typically spaced 2-4 weeks apart. You may start to see results after your first treatment, but the full results of the treatment will typically be seen after 6-8 weeks.

Is there any downtime after a Lumecca IPL treatment?

There is minimal downtime after a Lumecca IPL treatment. You may experience some mild redness and swelling of the eyelids, but this should resolve within a few hours. You can return to your normal activities immediately after your treatment.

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Are these treatments covered by insurance?

These treatments are not recognized by insurance companies as coverable services and are therefore cash pay. These treatments are intended to improve and treat the root cause of dry eye disease, thereby saving money on the lifelong need for expensive prescription eye drops.