Intense Pulsed Light is a non-invasive and non-laser energy treatment for dry eye disease and meibomian gland dysfunction, or MGD (one of the root causes of dry eye disease). It utilizes pulses of light to liquefy hardened oil (meibum) from the meibomian glands. IPL eliminates abnormal vessels that supply the eyelid, which decreases

 

inflammation of the eyelids. IPL stimulates healthy meibomian gland function, reduces eyelid redness, and reduces the population of Demodex and bacteria. IPL has been FDA approved since approximately 2005 to help treat rosacea, acne, remove superficial skin lesions, and skin rejuvenation to help decrease the look of fine lines and wrinkles.