LLLT for Periorbital Inflammation

What causes periorbital inflammation?

Periorbital inflammation is caused by inflammation on the surface of the eye which can be triggered by a variety of factors such as:

  • Aging
  • Dry, dusty, or windy climate
  • Insufficient blinking
  • Long-term contact lens wear
  • Medication side effects
  • Eye surgery

Often, periorbital inflammation is caused by blocked meibomian glands. These are the glands that make the oily, outer layer of the tears. A blockage in the glands can cause insufficiencies in tear film thickness, causing the tears to break apart when they shouldn't.

Tears are essential for good eye health.

After a blink, a tear film coats the surface of the eye and performs many functions for your benefit:

  • Tears prevent dryness by coating and lubricating the surface of the eye.
  • Tears supply oxygen and nutrients to the surface of the cornea.

What can be done for periorbital inflammation?

Low Level Light Therapy (LLLT)

Developed by NASA, LLLT uses specially designed LED lights to gently warm the eyelids, causing the meibomian glands to unclog and release oils.
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It's quick and painless! Simply lay back with the Equinox mask on and relax as the warm light clears your glands. It may also help decrease the appearance of facial wrinkles, acne and rosacea.

Contact Family Vision Center, P.A. to learn more about LLLT and periorbital inflammation today.

 
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