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WELCOME TO THE HARLEY STREET EYE CENTRE
AT 22A
WHAT IS DRY EYE & WHAT ARE DRY EYE SYMPTOMS?
Dry eye is a broad term describing a range of eye symptoms which include, redness, scratchiness, blurred vision, discomfort with contact lenses, crusty eyes in the morning, dry and watery eyes, these are collectively known as dry eye syndrome.
WHAT CAUSES DRY EYES?
While much research has been done and much more is still ongoing, a consensus shows a relationship between Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) and Dry Eye Syndrome.
Meibomian glands are the lipid and mucin secreting part of the eye lid, these glands can be blocked or under-function leading to a drop in the amount of lipid and mucin in the tear altering the water lipid mucin ratio which is crucial to stop the water in the tear from evaporating and creating the symptoms of dry eye.
WHAT ARE THE CONTRIBUTING FACTORS?
While contributing factors are numerous and varied, stand out contributing factors are:
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eye strain from above recommended screen use
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excessive airplane travel
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lack of humidifiers at home
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general lack of eye lid health
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on occasion LASIK eye surgery can contribute towards dry eyes with some reported cases of eye dryness after having Lasik
HOW IS DRY EYE TREATED?
Dry eye treatment at home traditionally and historically usually involves regular application of heat pads and over the counter eye drops.
While these seem much simpler and more natural remedies for dry eyes treatment, it places the burden of compliance with this daily treatment back on the patient with widely varying results with varying degrees of effectiveness.
Depending on the diagnostics that we perform at The Harley Street Eye Centre, there are different treatments we can apply for dry eye symptoms.
By understanding the water-lipid-mucin ratio of your tears we can direct you to the best treatment for dry eyes, from punctal plug insertion to treat over watery eyes, to the application of Intensive Pulse Light (IPL) to address the MGD causing your symptoms and severe dry eye.
WHAT IS IPL AND
HOW DOES IT WORK?
IPL or otherwise known as laser treatment for dry eyes, isn’t actually a laser, it’s a concentrated light source so the heat output is significantly less and much more comfortable.
The IPL for dry eyes that is used at The Harley Street Eye Centre works in 2 ways:
(1) first, it applies heat to unblock blocked glands.
(2) secondly, the specific light used serves to stimulate the non-functioning or under-functioning glands to kick start again.
AFTER YOUR IPL FOR DRY EYES TREATMENT
Three applications are given over 3 months and symptom relief will gradually subside.
Effects of IPL treatment last for between 18 months and 2 years. A 4th top up is given after month 3 if needed depending on severity.
WHAT WILL I EXPERIENCE WITH IPL FOR DRY EYE TREATMENT?
THE HARLEY STREET EYE CENTRE
DRY EYE PACKAGE
We offer this dry eye treatment as a package:
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2 consultations (1 before we start and another consultation after 6 months so we can track progress.
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3 IPL applications (package includes 3 and the 4th is free of charge if needed)
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before and after testing to take a baseline at the start and a measurable quantifiable method to track patient objective patient improvement.
The effectiveness of the treatment is dependent of a specific protocol used:
The doctor looking after you will begin your IPL treatment for dry eye relief by placing shields over the eyes to protect them from the light pulses.
Then a thin layer of cooling gel is applied to the treatment area and will deliver the pulses of light to the area underneath the lower lashes, this usually take approximately 10-15 minutes.
IS IPL FOR DRY EYES TREATMENT PAINFUL?
THE HARLEY STREET EYE CENTRE
LONDON
IPL FOR DRY EYES
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0203 9682030
During the treatment you will feel a slightly warm sensation, but no pain is involved. There can be cases where patients experience some discomfort and redness in the treated areas. However typically this disappears within a couple of hours, with most patients resuming their daily routine the very same day.
ABOUT US
Located in the heart of Harley Street in London, The Harley Street Eye Centre continues the decades-old association of eye care with 22a Harley Street. This brand new state of the art clinic offers full and comprehensive ophthalmic treatment and imaging. Medical Lead Mr. Marwan Ghabra and his team of leading ophthalmic surgeons and dedicated professionals are committed to providing world-class eye care.
The Harley Street Eye Centre provides the right eye treatment at the right time. Your eyes are precious, and you should take great care of them.
Centre for Complicated Cases
The Harley Street Eye Centre, in addition to providing high-quality eye care locally
in the UK, is quickly becoming well known internationally as a go-to centre for
complicated cases needing out of the box thinking with a strong base in currently
accepted ophthalmic practice.
When it comes to a routine eye test, a problem with squinting, double vision, loss of vision, a sore eye or unbearable eye pain or complex serious trauma to the eye, our team of experts are best suited to advise, examine and treat your eyes to bring you, improved eye health and peace of mind.
We are not just a clinic, but a technologically advanced eye care facility filled with experts who collectively have decades of experience. A leading Eye Care provider in Harley Street, London, our experienced team of ophthalmologists, opticians and experts will find the best possible solutions all in one place.
While benign and non-cancerous lumps in the eyelids are far more common, cancerous cysts and lumps present different treatment options.
Chalazion: a common occurrence when the glands in your eyelids are blocked and the gradual accumulation of secretions forms behind the blockage to cause redness and swelling in your eyelid along with a visible lump. Chalazions can arise due to suboptimal eyelid hygiene or inflammation of the eyelid (blepharitis) among other causes.
Chalazions are typically surgically removed via an incision on the inside of the lid, after numbing the lid with local anaesthetic. You will be given an antibiotic to apply after the procedure for the next few days.
WORLD CLASS COSMETIC EYE SURGERY & CONSULTANCY FOR UPPER LID AND LOWER LID SURGICAL & NON-SURGICAL TREATMENTS
Here at The Harley Street Eye Centre, we have the knowledge and expertise to treat your eyes.
Questions you might be asking asking: where is there an eye specialist near me? Which eye clinic offers the best vision care in London? We're right here.
Located in the heart of Harley Street, near Marylebone in London we have undoubtedly the best solutions backed up by our team of medical experts. A consultation with one of our eye doctors will be your first step towards achieving the best possible outcome for your eyes.
COMPREHENSIVE COSMETIC EYE PROCEDURES FOR LONDON & UK
Located in the heart of Harley Street in London, The Harley Street Eye Centre continues the decades-old association of eye care with 22a Harley Street. This brand new state of the art clinic offers full and comprehensive ophthalmic treatment and imaging. Medical Lead Mr. Marwan Ghabra and his team of leading ophthalmic surgeons and dedicated professionals are committed to providing world-class eye care.
EYE CONSULTATIONS AT THE HARLEY STREET EYE CENTRE IN COMFORTABLE SURROUNDINGS
Rejuvenate your Eyes
Dedicated Eye Experts You Can Trust
The Harley Street Eye Centre is proud to showcase our range of equipment. Browse below to get a better idea of what we use for our patients. Are you having trouble with your eyes? Give us a call, one of our dedicated team will be happy to help and we will answer any questions you may have.
I-TRACE ABERROMETRY
OCULUS CORNEAL TOPOGRAPHY
CARL ZEISS ANTERIOR-POSTERIOR ANGIO OCT
CARL ZEISS HUMPHREY VISUAL FIELD ANALYSER
AUTO-KERATOMETRY
E-SWIN IPL FOR DRY EYE
THE HARLEY STREET EYE CENTRE OPENING HOURS
Same Day Appointments Available
Mon - Fri: 9am - 7pm
Saturday and Sunday after 7pm: out of hours appointments available please call: 07502320504
GET IN TOUCH
The Harley Street Eye Centre is situated at 22a Harley Street.
The entrance to the clinic is via private and direct access at the side of the building. Please do no use the 22 Harley Street entrance as this will not lead you to The Harley Street Eye Centre.
The Harley Street Eye Centre
22a Harley Street
London W1G 9BP
Tel: +44 2039682030
Mobile: +44 7502320504
Email: info@eyesat22a.com
Practice Manager: manager@eyesat22a.com
