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View all Dry Eye comparisons »Sensor-controlled delivery of heat and pressure to liquify and evacuate meibomian gland contents
InflammaDry is a rapid, in-office test that detects MMP-9, an inflammatory marker that is consistently elevated in the tears of patients with dry eye disease.
TrueTear is a handheld intranasal tear neurostimulator with disposable tips that is inserted into the nasal cavity and uses micro-electric pulses not powerful enough to cause discomfort to induce the production of tears. Stimulation of cranial nerve VII, which innervates the...
The Opti-Therm is a soft, anatomical eye mask with pockets to hold reusable inserts for heat or cold therapy. The red heat therapy packs are microwaved for ~20 seconds while the blue cold therapy packs are intended to be stored in a freezer.
The eyeXpress Eye Hydration System is an FDA cleared therapeutic device for in-office use to relieve symptoms of dry eye and assist in eye hydration. Through the patented goggle system, the hands-free device device provides uniform, constant, regulated, heat to the entire surface...
The MiBoFlo Thermoflo employs a proprietary thermoelectric heat pump designed to liquefy inspissated secretions and improve meibomian glandular function. The device consists of a power console, wired handpiece, and metal eye pad.
- Blake Williamson, MD, MPH, MS; and Bridgette Connorton, OD
TrueTear Intranasal Tear Neurostimulator
AllerganThe iLux is a handheld device that applies heat and compression via a sterile, single-patient use disposable Smart Tip under direct visualization to treat meibomian gland dysfunction. The Smart Tip inner pad slips behind the eyelid being treated, while the outer pad is pressed...
- Blake Williamson, MD, MPH, MS; and Bridgette Connorton, OD
iLux MGD Treatment Device
Tear Film Innovations Inc.This dietary supplement helps to improve overall eye health and aid dry eye by providing 2-3 grams of Omega-3s in the re-esterified triglyceride form each day. The supplement is safe and natural, and also promotes a healthy heart.