Widest Range of Dry Eye Treatments
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Widest Range of Dry Eye Treatments
Our consultant-led, Dry Eye Clinic, Manchester offers the full range of specialist dry eye treatments, including treatment of chalazion cysts and ocular rosacea. If you’re looking for relief from dry eye symptoms, contact us today.
Get the Latest Treatment for Dry Eyes
Whether it’s dry eye syndrome with a unknown cause, recurrent blepharitis, rosacea or meibomian gland atrophy, people with dry eyes can suffer for years without relief. It’s not easy to get the right care for dry eyes, as the average optometrist doesn’t have the specialist knowledge and equipment to diagnose and treat dry eyes effectively.
The Dry Eyes Clinic offers a full specialist dry eye care package:
- Comprehensive assessments with an expert consultant ophthalmologist or trained optometrist (your choice)
- Accurate and detailed diagnostics, including conditions mimicking dry eyes
- Cutting-edge treatments including Lipiflow, Optilight IPL, meibomian gland probing and Eye Light low-level light therapy.
- Tailored prescribing and advice for each patient
Our Treatments
Initial Consultation
Your initial consultation will take about 90 minutes and consists of two parts:
1. Standard dry eye analysis, including Schirmer's testing, tear mensicus measurement, tear break-up time and meibomian gland imaging. This takes about 30 minutes.
Tear biomarker testing for inflammation, allergy and mucin levels is also available, for an additional cost.*
2. Consultation and examination with the clinician. This takes anywhere from 45-55 minutes.
The examination includes looking for any abnormalities in the eyelids, puncta and meibomian glands, testing for staining of the cornea, expressing the meibomian glands to assess the quantity and quality of oil being produced and a test probe of one or two glands (if appropriate) to identify whether internal blockages are present. The clinican will also look for any coexisting allergies or other conditions which are associated with, or can mimic, dry eye disease. You will also be encouraged to share more information about your symptoms.
All the analysis and examination findings will be shared with you. Treatment options will be discussed and, based on your clinic need and preferences, recommendations provided. You will have the opportunity to ask any questions you have or raise any concerns.
After your appointment, you will receive a full report, outlining the findings and the treatment plan recommended. You will also receive a copy of the dry eye analysis report and images of your meibomian glands. A treatment quotation will be provided and you can get in touch as and when you wish to proceed with treatment. You can also get in touch if you have any more questions and we will be happy to provide answers.
The cost of an initial consultation with Mr Yodaiken is £310.
Mr Yodaiken is a consultant ophthalmic surgeon and one of the leading dry eye specialists, with patients coming in from all over the world to access his expertise.
We also have an optometrist available for assessments and treatment. Aisha Patel has been trained by Mr Yodaiken and undertakes the same examination, working with the same protocols as Mr Yodaiken (who she can consult at any time).
The cost of an initial consultation with Aisha Patel is £225.
*The cost of tear biomarker testing is £130.
For treatment charges, see the options below.
Follow-up Consultation
Review with a consultant ophthalmologist at three, six, or twelve months after LipiFlow or IPL treatment, or sooner if a medication review is appropriate.
Follow-up without imaging - £195
Follow-up with imaging - £295
Repeat imaging - £100
Meibomian Gland Probing
Manual probing to clear blocked meibomian glands, both upper and lower lids, undertaken by an experienced consultant ophthalmologist. Two hour session.
Meibomian gland probing - £1,900
Meibomian gland probing to one eye only - £1,100
Optilight Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Single Session
An IPL treatment course consists of 4 initial sessions at 2-4 week intervals, followed by 2 maintenance treatment over the course of the next year. IPL is always accompanied by meibomian gland expression and sessions 2, 3 and 4 of the initial course include a mini consultation as well.
We use the Optilight IPL device - the latest and best option. Optilight has a wide range of settings, allowing treatment to be tailored specifically for you. The 'pen' attachment allows upper lid treatment as well.
Single session with consultant ophthalmologist - £400
Single session with trained optometrist/nurse - £250 (not currently available)
Note: An annual review is required before proceeding to maintenance IPL treatment to assess fitness for further treatment.
Low-Level Light Therapy (LLLT)
A course of LLLT consists of four sessions, one a week. The effects can wear off gradually so some patients benefit from maintenance sessions every now and then.
We use the Eye-Light device, which is a mask that sits over your upper face.
Single session - £200
LipiFlow
LipiFlow treatment undertaken by an experienced consultant ophthalmologist following full initial consultation (paid separately).
Lipiflow treatment - one eye - £500
Lipiflow treatment - both eyes - £950
Chalazion Removal
First line clinical treatment of chalazions is a steroid injection. If this fails to clear the chalazion, incision and curettage is required.
Treatment can be undertaken within the Dry Eyes Clinic or at the Alexandra Hospital, Cheadle. Prices shown are for treatment at Dry Eyes Clinic only.
Kenalog (steroid) injection to chalazion - £230
Incision and curettage of chalazion - £650
OmniLenz Amniotic Membrane
Amniotic membrane can now be applied to treat dry eyes and/or damaged corneas without the need for a full graft, by using the OmniLenz. The amniotic membrane is contained within a contact lens, which is worn for a week.
Insertion and removal of OmniLenz amniotic membrane - £200 each
OmniLenz cost - £435 per lens
Package 1 – Optilight IPL - Full Initial Course
This package covers a full course of 4 sessions of IPL using the Optilight and undertaken by a consultant ophthalmologist. It excludes the initial consultation and is based on a typical consultant rate of £400 per IPL session. There is a £200 discount if the full course is paid in advance.
Each session includes meibomian gland expression and a mini review.
Ophthalmologist IPL Course paid per appointment - £1,600 (£400 x 4)
Ophthalmologist IPL Course paid in advance - £1,400
Package 2 – Optilight IPL – Full Course including Maintenance for First Year
This excludes initial consultations, but includes 4 initial sessions and 2 maintenance sessions, each six months apart. All carried out by a consultant ophthalmologist. Paying the full course in advance offers a saving of £450.
Each treatment session includes meibomian gland expression and a mini review.
Ophthalmologist IPL Course and Maintenance for First Year - £2,400 (£400 x 6)
Ophthalmologist IPL Course and Maintenance for First Year paid in advance - £1,950
Package 3 – Combined Meibomian Gland Probing and Full Course of Optilight IPL
Full probing of all meibomian glands plus an initial 4-session course of Optilight IPL, all carried out by a consultant ophthalmologist. Paying the full course in advance offers a saving of £350.
Each IPL session includes meibomian gland expression and and a mini review.
Ophthalmologist Probing and IPL Course - £3,500 (£1900 x 1 + £400 x 6)
Ophthalmologist Probing and IPL Course paid in advance - £3,150
Package 4 – Combined Course of Lipiflow and Optilight IPL
Normally costing £950 for the Lipiflow and £1,600 for a full initial course of Optilight IPL when undertaken by a consultant ophthalmologist, this package deal saves £300 in total. Consultation is not included, nor the two maintenance sessions of IPL.
Each IPL session includes meibomian gland expression and a mini review.
Combined Lipiflow and IPL with Consultant Ophthalmologist paid in advance - £2,250.
Custom Packages
A custom package can be created to suit your needs. Contact us with your requirements and we will work out a package cost for you.
OmniLenz amniotic membrane
BlephEx
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Why Choose Us?
We offer a friendly, personal and caring service
From telephone to treatment, you’ll be met by genuine concern and warmth. Every patient matters.
We’ve been around since 2015
We’ve helped thousands of people as we continue to lead the way in dry eye services in the UK.
We undertake comprehensive diagnostics
A combination of diagnostic technology and expert consultant knowledge means you’ll get the right treatment.
We offer a wide range of treatment options
We provide the full range of dry eye treatments, from prescription medication to the latest Optilight IPL.
What People Say About Us
“The treatment has definitely made a difference. It took around 5 weeks before I noticed that my eyes were less dry. I realised that I was only using my drops about twice a day and once at night instead of numerous times. I hope this feedback is useful to you and other patients in managing this difficult condition. I will definitely use the Lipiflow treatment again in the future.”
“My life was taken over by Dry Eyes syndrome… the most painful experience I have ever had!
Now my eyes have improved weekly, the feeling of moisture again is wonderful. The treatment & support I received was fantastic. I have got my life back.”
“I had to wear sunglasses all of the time because my eyes were very sensitive to light.
When I walked out of the doctor’s office from my first Lipiflow treatment, I didn’t need sunglasses.”
“I’ve had Dry Eyes for several years and it evolved to a point where I could hardly tolerate it.
The treatment felt very comfortable. Now I have no pain in my eyes, light doesn’t bother me as much, my life is different. I am grateful.”
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