Dry Eye/Eyesthetics
As part of our commitment to lifetime performing vision, Northside Vision offers you a comprehensive approach to dry eye diagnosis and treatments, as well as bringing you cutting-edge Eyesthetics protocols that can enhance the appearance of your eye area. Our newest breakthrough technology is the Intense Pulsed Light Therapy (IPL) system. Not only does this exciting technology offer superior treatment for many kinds of Ocular Surface Disease, but it has also been found to deliver a visible reduction in bags, wrinkles, and discoloration around the patient's eyes. How could we not offer our dry eye patients the opportunity to look better while feeling better too? Don't wait: Schedule your expert Northside Vision Ocular Surface Disease exam today.
What Is Dry Eye?
If you suffer from dry eyes/ocular surface disease, you may experience one or more of several irritating symptoms. Dry eyes can be chronic or acute, and your symptoms may often change over time.
Common dry eye symptoms:
Gritty, scratchy, stinging, or burning eyes
Feeling like you have something in your eyes
Excessive eye watering
Blurred or fluctuating vision
Redness
Light sensitivity
Stringy mucus
Dry eye generally has two primary causes, either: (1) Your eyes aren’t producing enough tears (aqueous deficiency); or (2) your eyes aren’t producing stable/high quality tears (evaporative dry eye). In either case, your dry eye can result in eyes feeling scratchy or like they are excessively watering because your tears won’t stick to your eyes.
Your tear film has 3 layers:
The mucus layer keeps your tears adhered to the surface of your eyes
The aqueous (watery) layer hydrates your eyes
The oil layer protects the other layers from evaporating too quickly
No matter what the underlying cause of your dry eyes may be, the adverse effects of dry eye disease – physical, emotional and financial – can be significant. Although dry eye generally can’t be cured, our treatments are targeted to relieve symptoms, improve quality of life, and decrease further damage. The earlier dry eye is detected and treatment is started, the better. If you are experiencing symptoms of dry eye, first we will need to see you for an assessment to determine the exact cause. Then, we will be able to recommend treatment options based on your unique needs. Dry eye therapy is our specialty. Let us help you find relief from your symptoms.
Case-By-Case Personalized Care
After your Dry Eye Assessment, we will help you determine if your symptoms are caused by autoimmune disorders, hormone changes, malfunctioning eyelid (meibomian) glands, allergies, medications, or environmental issues. Depending on our findings, we will design the best customized treatment plan just for you. Recently, Northside Vision invested in several new technologies that represent the latest in diagnostic and treatment options for dry eye and ocular surface disease, while also partnering with industry leaders to offer patients cutting-edge nutraceuticals, topical treatments, and pharmaceutical agents. Dry eye therapy is our specialty. Our team will work with you to design the optimal treatment plan. Let us help you find relief from your symptoms.
What Is Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Treatment
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) is a light-based, non-invasive treatment done in the area below the eyes to treat and manage dry eye disease. This state-of-the-art treatment is backed by many clinical studies.
IPL uses specially calibrated pulses of light to treat various conditions. The energy from the pulses of light permeates the surface of the skin around your eyes (where the systems responsible for your tears and healthy oils are located); Many patients experience relief after just a few treatments with this breakthrough technology.
Until recently, IPL was used primarily as an esthetic treatment for skin conditions and to fade visible blood vessels, reduce dark skin spots, and remove unwanted hair. The value of IPL technology for treating dry eyes was discovered by accident. Patients who were being treated with IPL for a specific skin problem called rosacea had reported that they were noticing a significant improvement in their dry eye symptoms. More research was done and the benefits of IPL therapy for long-term dry eye relief were established.
While IPL can be a very effective dry eye treatment, IPL treatments are not suitable for every patient: For example, IPL is not recommended for people who are pregnant or those with very dark skin tones.
Ultimately, the doctor is the only person who can determine whether IPL is right for you. During your next appointment, ask the doctor if you are a good candidate for IPL treatment.
How Does IPL Work?
IPL treatment uses precise pulses of light to reduce the ocular inflammation that is commonly associated with dry eye disease, improve the function of the meibomian glands to create a more stable tear film, and improve tear break-up time. IPL treatment can often significantly relieve dry eye and has a multi-factorial effect, which includes:
Improving meibomian gland function
Increasing tear breakup time
Decreasing the number of demodex mites and bacteria living around your eyes
Reducing Inflammatory Mediators
Decreasing abnormal blood vessels that contribute to inflammation
Custom Dry Eye Treatment and Maintenance Packages
Ongoing Care You Can Count On
Though currently there is no known cure for dry eye, that doesn’t mean we can’t help you find the best way to manage your symptoms and find relief. From understanding your environment to applying topical treatments, the experts at Northside Vision will put you back in control of your dry eye symptoms.
Our newest breakthrough technology is the Intense Pulsed Light Therapy (IPL) system. Not only does this exciting technology offer superior treatment for many kinds of Ocular Surface Disease, but it has also been found to deliver a visible reduction in bags, wrinkles, and discoloration around the patient’s eyes. How could we not offer our dry eye patients the opportunity to look better while feeling better too? Don’t wait: Schedule your expert Northside Vision Ocular Surface Disease exam today!
Dry Eye & Eyesthetics Service Fees
Eyelid Cleaning – Micro-Blepharo-Exfoliation (MBE)
$50 - Includes in-office cleaning of eyelids
Advanced Thermal Lid Treatment (Tear Care) Packages
$630 - Includes 1 (one) TearCare treatment using wearable natural-blink heat technology to treat dry eye disease
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Packages
$960 – Includes 3 (three) IPL treatments for dry eye disease
$1,200 – Includes 4 (four) IPL treatments for dry eye disease
Maintenance Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Treatment (Every 6-12 months)
$350 – Includes 1 (one) IPL treatment for dry eye disease
Ask About Our Personalized Eyesthetics Programs
Our innovative, FDA-approved aesthetic treatments are a great way to rejuvenate your eyes and achieve a smoother, more youthful look. They can improve a tired, stressed face so that you can feel more confident in your own skin.
In addition to our IPL services, we now offer our patients:
LATISSE® FOR LONGER, FULLER LASHES
If you're longing for longer, thicker, and/or darker eyelashes, you may be a good candidate for Latisse. This FDA-approved, prescription treatment can help you achieve the beautiful, glamorous eyelashes you deserve.
Thanks to its active ingredient, bimatoprost, Latisse increases the length of eyelash hair as well as the number of hairs that grow during the anagen or growth phase. Once you receive a prescription, you can apply this formula topically to the base of your upper eyelashes, once a day.
As long as you stick to your Latisse routine, you'll find that your eyelashes gradually improve. By week 16, you can expect beautiful, full results. It's important to note that your eyelashes will return to their previous appearance if you stop using the solution.
To learn more about Latisse or to find out whether you'd be a good candidate, contact Northside Vision for an examination today. And, we make it convenient to fill your prescription through our on-line store, where you always enjoy competitive pricing and are assured of authenticity.
UPNEEQ®: YOUR NON-SURGICAL EYELID LIFT
Have you noticed your eyelids drooping a bit more than normal lately?
Are your friends and family members constantly asking you if you're tired? If so, you could be one of the many people who suffer from a common condition called blepharoptosis, which causes the appearance of low lying or droopy eyelids. Not only is this aesthetically unpleasant, but it can also result in other serious concerns, such as a reduced field of vision.
Up until recently, the only way to treat blepharoptosis was through surgery, but now there's an exciting non-invasive alternative called Upneeq.
Upneeg is an FDA-approved, once-daily eye drop that, when used properly, can lift the upper eyelid and create a wider gaze.
Upneeg is the first and only FDA-approved treatment for droopy eyelids. Upneeg is a once-a-day prescription eye drop that when used properly, can lift the upper eyelid and create a wider gaze.
If you have low-lying eyelids that could use a little lift, it can be an excellent alternative to a surgical procedure like blepharoplasty. With Upneeq, you can resolve tired, sleepy, or droopy eyelids. Upneea can also improve eyelids that interfere with your vision.
You can think of it as an instant, temporary eye lift that refreshes your entire face. We do not recommend Upneeg if your droopy eyelids are the result of excess skin, saggy eyebrows, nerve problems, or an underlying eye injury.
Are your friends and family members constantly asking you if you're tired? If so, you could be one of the many people who suffer from a common condition called blepharoptosis, which causes the appearance of low lying or droopy eyelids. Not only is this aesthetically unpleasant, but it can also result in other serious concerns, such as a reduced field of vision.
Up until recently, the only way to treat blepharoptosis was through surgery, but now there's an exciting non-invasive alternative called Upneeq.
Upneeg is an FDA-approved, once-daily eye drop that, when used properly, can lift the upper eyelid and create a wider gaze.
Upneeg is the first and only FDA-approved treatment for droopy eyelids. Upneeg is a once-a-day prescription eye drop that when used properly, can lift the upper eyelid and create a wider gaze.
If you have low-lying eyelids that could use a little lift, it can be an excellent alternative to a surgical procedure like blepharoplasty. With Upneeq, you can resolve tired, sleepy, or droopy eyelids. Upneea can also improve eyelids that interfere with your vision.
You can think of it as an instant, temporary eye lift that refreshes your entire face. We do not recommend Upneeg if your droopy eyelids are the result of excess skin, saggy eyebrows, nerve problems, or an underlying eye injury.
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