Two powerful, non-invasive technologies — Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) and RadioFrequency (RF) — that treat the root cause of dry eye disease. Now available at all three of our Houston-area locations.
Most dry eye disease stems from Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) — blocked oil glands that prevent your tears from staying stable on your eyes. IPL and RF therapies directly target MGD, restoring healthy gland function and lasting comfort that drops and artificial tears simply cannot provide.
Pulses of broad-spectrum light penetrate the skin around your eyelids, reducing inflammation, eliminating abnormal blood vessels that fuel MGD, and gently warming the meibomian glands to restore normal oil secretion.
Controlled radiofrequency energy heats the meibomian glands deep within the eyelids, liquefying blocked oils and stimulating collagen production — leading to improved gland expression and better eyelid tone over time.
When IPL and RF are performed together in the same visit, they attack Meibomian Gland Dysfunction from two angles simultaneously — light-based inflammation control plus heat-based gland restoration. Clinical studies show significantly better outcomes with the combined approach versus either treatment alone.
Every treatment begins with a comprehensive dry eye evaluation to confirm IPL and RF are right for you and to map your personalized treatment plan.
Your doctor uses advanced diagnostic tools — including meibography and tear film analysis — to map your gland health and design your personalized treatment plan.
A cooling gel is applied around your eyes and protective shields are placed over your eyelids. The preparation takes just a few minutes and is completely comfortable.
A handheld device delivers gentle flashes of light across the treatment zone. Most patients feel a mild warmth or brief snapping sensation. Quick and very well tolerated.
Radiofrequency energy deeply warms the meibomian glands. Patients typically describe a comfortable warmth — like a targeted warm compress, but far more effective at restoring gland function.
Immediately after treatment, your doctor gently expresses the now-softened meibomian gland secretions to clear blockages and maximize results from the session.
No downtime. You can drive yourself home and return to work immediately. A series of 4 treatments spaced 1–2 weeks apart is typically recommended for optimal, long-lasting results.
IPL and RF are part of our full suite of advanced dry eye therapies. Your doctor will recommend the right combination for your specific condition.
15200 Southwest Freeway, Suite 370
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(346) 486-4200
600 W. Bay Area Blvd, Suite 130
Webster, TX 77598
(346) 486-6700
1415 Louisiana St, Suite 3475
Houston, TX 77002
(346) 485-8100
Schedule your IPL & RF dry eye evaluation at any of our three Greater Houston locations. Our doctors will build a personalized treatment plan designed around your specific condition.