Dry Eye Clinic

What to expect

• Review of symptoms, lifestyle, and contributing factors.
• Assessment of tear quality and eye surface health.
• Clear guidance on next steps and home care.
• Plan for follow‑up if symptoms persist.

Helpful to bring

• Details of any eye drops or treatments you use.
• Contact lens details if you wear lenses.
• Notes on when symptoms feel worse.

Care and management

• Personalised advice for screens, environment, and hydration.
• Review of any current treatments and response.
• Options discussed in plain language with pros and cons.

Possible options

• Lubricating drops and tear supplements.
• Lid hygiene routines, lid wipes, and heat massage guidance.
• Contact lens adjustments if appropriate.
• Medical management options discussed as needed.
• Lacrimal syringing to assess tear drainage if indicated.

Punctum plugs

Punctum plugs are small inserts placed in the tear drainage openings to help retain tears on the eye surface. This may be considered when lubricating drops and lid care alone are not enough.

We will discuss suitability, expected comfort, and follow‑up if plugs are recommended as part of your plan.

When we consider them

• Persistent dryness despite regular drops and lid care.
• Symptoms that worsen later in the day.
• Need to improve tear retention and surface comfort.

In‑office lid hygiene

BlephEx is a professional eyelid cleaning procedure that removes debris and bacterial build‑up from the eyelid margins to support lid hygiene. Availability may vary—call to confirm if this is offered.

Meibomian gland probing

Probing is a method to clear internal blockages in meibomian glands caused by scar tissue (fibrosis). It is typically considered when blockages are present and other measures are insufficient.