A state-of-the-art dry eye clinic in Melbourne
Dr Edward Roufail offers effective dry eye treatment to his Melbourne patients using clinically proven methods. With advanced training in oculoplastics, Dr Roufail has positioned himself as a leading dry eye specialist throughout Melbourne and its surrounds. He prides himself on comprehensive care, treating the patient holistically in order to provide efficient and effective dry eye treatment solutions.
What is dry eye?
Dry eye disease is becoming increasingly recognised as a true disease entity with real impacts on quality of life. Symptoms of dry eye may not always be as you expect – in addition to the eyes feeling dry, they may burn, sting, feel gritty, or have the sensation of a pinprick of foreign particles. Other signs and symptoms can include the eyes being red, feeling fatigued, transiently blurry sight, and even watery eyes.
Fortunately, effective treatment is available through Dr Roufail’s dry eye clinic in Melbourne. Dr Roufail provides proven dry eye treatment to his Melbourne clients with compassion and care.
Dry Eye Treatment Options
Dr Roufail tailors his dry eye treatment for his Melbourne patients depending on their signs, symptoms, risk factors, and underlying causes of dry eye. He performs comprehensive assessments of your vision and ocular health out of his state-of-the-art dry eye clinic in Melbourne, which enables him to make the most effective recommendations for your condition.
Available advanced treatments at Dr Roufail’s dry eye centre in Melbourne include IPL (intense pulsed light) therapy and LipiFlow. Both of these technologies work to improve the function of the oil glands that contribute to a healthy tear film, reducing inflammation and promoting their sebaceous secretions.
Depending on your type of dry eye, Dr Roufail may also offer punctual plug insertion as part of dry eye treatment for his Melbourne patients. Punctal plugs improve the retention of tears against the surface of the eye, helping to ameliorate dry eye symptoms.
You may also be recommended some basic remedies, which can be performed at home instead of in-room at the dry eye clinic. Melbourne patients suffering from dry eye can benefit from carefully selected lubricant eyedrops, the application of warm compresses, and improved eyelid hygiene practices. In many cases, environmental modification is also useful, such as adjusting your air conditioning.
Book your appointment with Dr Roufail for all your comprehensive eyecare needs.
Dr Edward Roufail is your dedicated dry eye specialist in Melbourne. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in managing dry eye disease, offering personalised and effective treatments to improve your dry eye-related quality of life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can my eyes be dry without me realising?
It is actually not uncommon for someone to be suffering from dry eye disease without realising the true reason behind their symptoms. Many patients will complain of vision that blurs after staring at a computer for a few minutes, thinking the fault is with their new glasses. Similarly, eyes that constantly look red or get tired after reading for only a short period may be blamed on all causes other than dry eyes. It can be difficult to self-diagnose dry eyes, which is why Dr Roufail has established a state-of-the-art dry eye centre for his Melbourne patients.
Is it important to get dry eye treatment if I’m not bothered by my dry eyes?
If your dry eye symptoms are only mild, it is typically safe to leave them be. However, some patients experience only mild symptoms when their dry eye disease is actually quite severe. Leaving this untreated can lead to an increased risk of corneal infection or other complications.
Dry eyes can be easily detected at a routine eye exam, such as with your local optometrist. From this consultation, your optometrist may advise whether it is safe to put up with your mild symptoms or whether you should commence dry eye treatment. At this point, you can request to be referred to Dr Roufail for more intensive dry eye therapy if your optometrist does not offer these solutions.
Do I need a referral to see Dr Roufail for dry eyes?
What are the costs for dry eye treatment?
Can I just use off-the-shelf eye drops to manage my dry eyes?
Also known as artificial tears or ocular lubricants, these eyedrops are often used as complementary therapy for dry eyes. In some cases, lubricant eyedrops are sufficient in alleviating dry eye symptoms. However, these eyedrops are “quick fix” solutions and don’t address the underlying causes of your dry eyes.
The other problem with using off-the-shelf eyedrops is that not all drops are created equal – and there is a multitude of commercially available drops. A more comprehensive, targeted treatment plan can be offered once Dr Roufail has performed an examination. He may recommend a specific lubricant dry eye drop as an adjunct treatment to another therapy, such as IPL or lid hygiene.
What causes dry eyes?
Dry eyes can be caused by a variety of factors. There are two broad categories of dry eye disease – aqueous deficiency dry eye or evaporative dry eye. Contributing causes of dry eye include contact lens wear, certain systemic medications such as antidepressants or antihistamines, seasonal allergies, and arid air such as from air conditioning. Computer use is also a common cause of dry eyes, as studies have shown that people blink less frequently and less completely when using a screen.
In addition to the causes of dry eye mentioned above, female gender and older age are known risk factors that increase your likelihood of suffering from dry eye disease.
Can dry eyes be cured completely?
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