Mr Morgan, a Consultant Ophthalmologist, is a Dry Eye Specialist who is an expert in the assessment and treatment of dry eyes.
Possible treatments for dry eyes include medical treatments, BlepEx™ and OptiLightTM IPL treatments.
Dry Eye Treatments
We aim to detect and treat as many aspects of dry eye disease as possible. We provide a holistic approach and utilise the latest proven treatments for dry eyes.
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Summary
Medical treatments
Generally, patients with dry eyes are initially treated with prescription eye drops to increase lubrication. Sometimes they also require systemic or topical antibiotics.
BlephEx
Blepharitis is a common inflammatory condition of the eyelids associated with skin flakes and blockage of the meibomian (oil gland) openings. This impairs the tear film resulting in dry eyes. BlephEx treatment uses a soft spinning sponge to micro-exfoliate to help settle the blepharitis.
OptiLight IPL
Eyelid inflammation, specifically leading to meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) and dry eyes, can be successfully treated with Intense Pulsed Light (IPL). This improves the tear film, reduces dry eye symptoms and reduces reliance on regular eye drops.
OptiLight IPL treatment of Dry Eyes and MGD
OptiLight™ IPL uses patented Lumenis Optimal Pulse Technology and is a precise light therapy. Although relatively new to the UK it has a history going back over more than 30 years. It does not use laser and has very low risk. It uses intense pulses of visible light to treat specific skin conditions, including meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) and rosacea. Treatment results is a sustained improvement in most patients with dry eyes associated with MGD.
As part of your dry eye assessment your consultant surgeon will determine whether you are suitable for OptiLight™ IPL treatment.
Your consultant will generally recommend an initial course of 4 painless treatment sessions, spaced 2-3 weeks apart, for optimal effects in treating MGD and dry eye. Over the course of treatments you should experience a gradual improvement in your symptoms. Regular six-monthly assessments with a top-up treatment will help to control symptoms for the long-term. Each treatment is cumulative in effect.
The IPL treatment decreases high tear concentration (osmolarity), treats inflamed blood vessels, significantly reduces inflammatory mediators and restores meibomian gland function. The net result of this is that your eyes should feel cleaner, more comfortable and moist, with less inflamed eyelids and reduced need for eyedrops.
Why MY Eye Clinic?
Newcastle Dry Eye Clinic, based at My Eye Clinic, is the only medical facility in the North East offering OptiLight™ IPL for the treatment of dry eyes and meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). Only a few clinics outside of London can offer this latest FDA-approved treatment.
My Eye Clinic can provide expert corneal consultant assessment of dry eyes.
Newcastle Dry Eye Clinic has a full range of diagnostic equipment for dry eyes. Specifically, these tests include non-invasive tear break-up time assessment, TearLab® tear osmolarity testing, corneal topography, infrared imaging of the meibomian glands and testing of tear production.
My Eye Clinic offers BlepEx™ treatment of blepharitis which causes meibomian gland dysfunction and evaporative dry eye.
Your Consultants
Consultant Eye Surgeon with a specialist interest in Oculoplastic (eyelid) surgery and Dry Eye treatment.
Mr Boyce is a Consultant Oculoplastic surgeon with a special interest in blepharoplasty, ptosis, entropion and ectropion surgery. He has been a Consultant Ophthalmologist, with special interest in Oculoplastic and Lacrimal Surgery, at Sunderland Eye Infirmary for 20 years. He now works exclusively in the private sector.
Costs
Full Dry Eye New Patient Assessment (60 mins) including all investigations
£300
Dry Eye Review appointment (30 mins)
£110
Punctal Plugs (both eyes)
£245
Punctal Plug (one eye)
£145
BlepEx™ treatment of blepharitis - single session
£120
OptiLight IPL - treatment of Dry Eyes / MGD - course of four sessions
£1000
OptiLight IPL - treatment of Dry Eyes / MGD - single session
£300
OptiLight IPL - Dry Eye (approx 6 month) review & top-up treatment
£300
Risks
Current medical literature shows that IPL is an effective and safe treatment for severe dry eyes.
Side effects of treatment are uncommon. However, they do include pain/discomfort, damage to natural skin texture, change of pigmentation, scarring, excessive edema, fragile skin, bruising, burns, dry and itchy skin.
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First class recommendation for My Eye Clinic and in particular Andrew Peel who was professional, knowledgeable very thorough. A pleasure to deal with!
So helpful and reassuring. My site is amazing. The whole process was so smooth, I understood everything that I was told and knew of any risks and potential side effects before agreeing to anything. Couldn't be happier.
I recently had permanent lens procedure carried out by Mr Ghosh. Having glasses as a child and contact lenses for many years, this has been an absolute revelation for me. Mr Ghosh was absolutely brilliant and very professional from the start. All the staff are lovely and especially like to thank Dianne, Anita and the team. This has changed my life for the better thanks.
Beautiful clinic, really nice atmosphere, prompt service and really friendly and professional staff. Fernando was particularly great!I would definitely recommend.
Excellent care, all staff very courteous and helpful. YAG surgery clearly explained to me by Mr Morgan, who did a brilliant job. I'd highly recommend this clinic.
I visited the My Hearing Clinic knowing I needed a hearing assessment but thinking it was just a build up of wax. It came as a shock that I heard a hearing loss which needed addressing. The service I received from Andrew was outstanding! He explained my hearing loss and went through all my options. He recognised that it was a lot of information to take in so made a follow up appointment, giving me sufficient time to think about what I wanted to do. From start to finish the service has been excellent, efficient, professional and friendly from the moment you walk through the door and meet Lee. The clinic is well located, parking on site, high standard of cleanliness. Definitely a recommendation from me. Thank you!
Absolutely first class treatment and experience at this wonderful clinic. Staff were exceptionally welcoming and friendly Mr Morgan the consultant was lovely explaining everything. I had YAG laser treatment painless no discomfort and almost immediate corrected vision. Thank you all so very very much.
Visited clinic today with a totally blocked left ear. Had micro suction to remove a huge build up of ear wax. It was over in minutes. Excellent, efficient and friendly service from start to finish. Would recommend 100% Worth every penny!
