TearCare® Treatment for Dry Eye
Dry eye syndrome can be uncomfortable and affect your daily life. At Retuva Medical Spa in Columbia, we are proud to offer TearCare®, a cutting-edge treatment that addresses the underlying cause of Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD), the most common cause of dry eye.
How TearCare® Works
TearCare® uses soft applicators that gently apply targeted heat to the eyelids, melting blockages in the meibomian glands and restoring their natural function. This procedure helps improve the quality of your tear film and provides lasting relief from dry eye symptoms. Treatment is quick and non-invasive, with each session taking less than 30 minutes.
What to Expect During a TearCare® Treatment
During your TearCare® treatment at Retuva Medical Spa, the flexible eyelid devices will be carefully fitted to your unique eye shape, delivering low levels of therapeutic heat to soften and clear blockages in the meibomian glands. Throughout the procedure, you can blink normally, as SmartLid™ technology works with your natural blinking to enhance meibum expression.
After the heat treatment, your doctor will manually express the glands to remove the softened meibum and clear the blockages. This quick, comfortable procedure is typically completed within a routine office visit, with many patients experiencing noticeable relief after just one session.
For lasting results, follow-up treatments every one to two years may be recommended, and a corticosteroid may be prescribed to manage inflammation and keep dry eye symptoms under control.
Am I a Candidate for TearCare® Treatment?
TearCare® is ideal for adults experiencing evaporative dry eye caused by meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). This treatment is recommended for patients aged 22 and older who are struggling with dry eye symptoms. If you wear contact lenses, you will need to remove them prior to the procedure and wait at least one hour after treatment before reinserting them.
If you believe you may be experiencing dry eye and are interested in learning more, contact our team at Retuva Medical Spa or the optometry professionals at Family Focus Eyecare. We are here to help determine if TearCare® is right for you and guide you through every step of the treatment process.
Is the TearCare® Treatment Painful?
No, TearCare® is a comfortable treatment for most patients. The flexible eyelid devices allow you to keep your eyes open and blink normally throughout the procedure. The entire treatment is quick, typically taking only about 15 minutes, making it a simple and gentle solution for relieving dry eye symptoms.
Find Lasting Relief with TearCare®
Schedule your TearCare® treatment at Retuva Medical Spa! Our team is here to guide you through every step of the process, ensuring a comfortable and personalized experience.