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LipiFlow® for Contact Lens Wearers: A Game-Changer for Comfort
- Posted on: Apr 15 2025
Is wearing contact lenses starting to feel nearly unbearable? If dry eye disease (DED) is the cause of your struggles, you’re not alone. It’s a common problem among contact lens wearers, but the good news is that a groundbreaking nonsurgical solution can restore your comfort.
At Galiani Ophthalmology Associates, experienced board-certified ophthalmologist Dr. David Galiani is dedicated to solving DED using the most advanced approaches. LipiFlow® is a standout treatment because it targets DED at its roots. Here’s how it can help contact lens wearers.
Why Contact Lens Wearers Experience More Dry Eye Issues
Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) occurs when the oil-producing glands in the eyelids grow clogged. This leads to too-fast tear evaporation, causing the frustrating symptoms of DED. It’s the root source of many cases of DED and is more common in contact lens wearers.
MGD can pair with reduced tear film stability — another common issue with contact lenses — to leave many patients feeling frustrated and miserable with their chronic dry eyes.
Common symptoms include:
- Dryness
- Irritation and redness
- Itchy eyes
- Burning
- Gritty-feeling eyes
- Increased light sensitivity
Contacts wearers often find that they can’t wear their lenses all day anymore, leading to inconvenient vision interruptions.
How LipiFlow Restores Comfort
LipiFlow directly addresses MGD by clearing blocked glands, allowing them to produce the natural oils needed for healthy tears. This non-invasive, FDA-approved treatment uses thermal pulsation technology to heat and massage the eyelids gently. This process:
- Softens and removes blockages in the meibomian glands
- Restores the natural oil layer in your tear film
- Provides long-term relief from dry eye symptoms
A single LipiFlow session takes only 12 minutes per eye, and many patients notice an improvement within a few weeks. Unlike artificial tears or medicated drops, LipiFlow treats the root cause of dry eye, offering more effective and lasting relief. LipiFlow can reduce dependency on eye drops and make wearing contacts more comfortable for extended periods.
Multiple clinical studies demonstrate that LipiFlow is among the most effective approaches to treating dry eyes caused by meibomian gland dysfunction.
LipiFlow in Doylestown, PA
If you have dry, irritated eyes while wearing contacts, call us at 215-345-5144 to book your visit with Dr. Galiani and learn how LipiFlow can set you free.
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