DRY EYE
WHAT IS DRY EYE?
Do you have dry eye problem?
Dry eye syndrome is very common. Approximately 20% of the Australian adult population suffer from dry eyes and 40% of office workers experience dry eyes, due to their long exposure to air-conditioning and computer screens. Dry eye syndrome occurs when the eye produces fewer or poorer quality tears and unable to maintain normal eye lubrication.
What are the causes of dry eye syndrome?
Environment
Lifestyle
Physical Condition
What are the symptoms of the Dry Eye ?
Dryness
Stickiness
Red Eyes
Burning
Inconsistent watering
Itching
Light sensitivity
Blurry Vision
What are the treatments for dry eye?
The treatment will depend on the severity of your dry eye symptoms.
There are 2 levels of severity for dry eye and on which our packages of treatment are based.
Package A is for patients with mild to moderate dry eye. That includes Optimel manuka honey eye drops, Dry eye relief mask and Tea tree foaming facial cleanser for $110
Package B is for patients with moderate to severe dry eye. That includes Optimel manuka honey eye gel, Tranquileyes advances mask and Advanced Tea tree foaming facial cleaner for $220
Optimel Manuka Honey
Optimel Manuka+ eye drops are a milder formulation for patients with more sensitive eyes and those with less severe dry eye symptoms. Your eyecare professional will advise which product is suitable for you, and how to use it.
D.E.R.M.
The Dry Eye Relief Mask, D.E.R.M.™, is our entry level solution for immediate dry eye relief. The mask contains Silica beads which naturally attract moisture from the air and release it when microwaved.
Tea Tree Foaming
Tea tree foaming facial cleanser: Infused with Tea Tree, Chamomile and Shea Butter this cleanser may be used for removing makeup and dirt without drying skin or irritating the eyes, and is suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The Tea Tree helps reduce blemishes and the Chamomile and Shae Butter deeply hydrate. Formulated to be non-irritating, it is comfortable for cleansing eyelids. Skin is left feeling smooth and silky. Used daily.
Tranquileyes
Antibacterial Optimel Manuka gel: The antibacterial formulation contains 98% high activity Manuka honey. This gel is best used for patients with moderate to severe dry eye and it's best used for chronic, moderate to severe dry eye disease, particularly Meibomian gland disease and Rosacea sufferers.