Best Dry Eye Treatment in Delhi - Relief & Expert Care

What is a dry eye? Can it harm my eyesight?

Dry eye is when your eyes don’t produce enough tears to stay wet. This can make your eyes feel uncomfortable, and may also affect your vision. Severe dry eyes may lead to:

Eye inflammation
Abrasion of the corneal surface
Corneal ulcers
Vision loss

Am I at risk for a Dry Eye?

Anyone can get a dry eye, but some people have a higher chance. If you:

Are over 50 years old
Are a woman who has undergone menopause
Had a refractive surgery like LASIK
Stare at a screen for a long time
Are exposed to windy, smoky, or dry climate
Have certain diseases like thyroid.

You might be at a higher risk of experiencing dry eye.

Can I tell if I have Dry Eye?

Dry Eye symptoms include:

Gritty or burning sensation
Redness
Watery eyes
Mucus in the eye
Itching
Light sensitivity

If you experience any of these symptoms, schedule a consultation for a dry eye and ocular surface treatment at AKIO.

How do tears work?

Our eyes produce tears each time we blink. It consists of 3 layers:

Oily layer: Made from meibomian glands in the eye, this layer prevents tears from dying quickly.
Watery layer: Made from lacrimal glands in the eyelids, this layer cleans the eyes by washing away dirt particles.
Mucus layer: Made in the conjunctiva in the white part of the eye and the eyelids, this layer keeps the eye moist.

What causes Dry Eyes?

Dry eyes can become more common with age, especially among women who have gone through menopause.

Some other causes of dry eye are:

Diseases like Rheumatoid arthritis, Sjögren’s syndrome, etc.
Blepharitis in which eyes get swollen
Entropion or Ectropion
Being surrounded by smoke, wind, or dry climate
Gazing at a computer screen for a long time
Using contact lenses for a long period
Having undergone a refractive eye surgery like LASIK

How will my Dry Eyes be treated?

Based on the severity of your symptoms and underlying conditions, there is a wide range of treatments available for dry eyes:

Use of Anti-Inflammatory Medications
Use of Eye Drops for Cornea Inflammation
Punctal Occlusion
Use of Scleral Lens

However, Most Common and Latest Treatment for Dry Eye Syndrome includes:

Lipiflow® Thermal Pulsation System

LipiFlow Thermal Pulsation System is an FDA-approved treatment for dry eyes caused by Meibomian gland dysfunction. It acts like a warm compress for your eyelids, gently heating and massaging them to unclog the glands and help your eyes produce their natural oils again.

The duration of the Lipiflow treatment is approximately 12 minutes.

Punctal Plugs treatment

Punctal plugs are small devices placed in the openings of your eyelids called the puncta, which drain tears from your eyes. These plugs block the tears from coming out, and keeps the eyes moist by removing itchy or burning sensation.

Schirmer test

This test is done by putting a filter paper in the lower eyelid, which is later checked for moisture.

Why should I choose AKIO for Dry Eye treatment?

The Cornea Treatment department at AKIO involves:

Highly qualified and experienced corneal specialists
State-of-the-art facilities
Advanced technology

This makes AKIO a leading choice for the best eye hospital in Delhi NCR for dry eye and ocular surface treatment.

General Questions For You

Frequently Asked Questions

How to look for the best dry eye specialist near me?

If you have any of the above risks, schedule a consultation for a dry eye and ocular surface treatment in Delhi.

You may schedule an appointment at AKIO by calling 011-46708000 or booking an appointment with us.

What is the latest treatment for dry eye syndrome?

The latest treatments include new prescription eye drops and intense pulsed light therapy, as you need to produce tears to maintain eye health and comfort.

What is Lipiflow treatment?

LipiFlow Thermal Pulsation System is an FDA-approved treatment for dry eyes caused by Meibomian gland dysfunction, which is the leading cause of dry eye. This treatment uses heat and massage to warm the meibomian glands and improve tear functionality by restoring healthy oil production.

LipiFlow has 2 main components, among which one is a small piece resembling a contact lens to heat your eyelids, and the other connects to a shield and helps release the clogged oil from your eyelids. The duration of this treatment is approximately 12 minutes.

Testimonials

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VIBHA SRIVASTAVA

06:31 31 Aug 24

We are gone for Retina surgery, done very well , Thanks a lot for Dr. Aman and Team .Thanks and Regards

Simanta Jyoti

06:01 31 Aug 24

Very good experience

Ritesh Srivastava

05:39 31 Aug 24

Thanks to Dr. Shilpa for looking me. Very satisfied with treatment.

Karishma Jain Manchanda

05:34 31 Aug 24

Its all good experience.

PsychoVerse

04:58 31 Aug 24

very nice experience here with Dr. Atul and Dr. Aman

Kanta Batra

11:33 21 Aug 24

Very nice experience here with Dr. Aman the way he provided treatment to patients is very nice. One best thing is that he listen everything very calmly and gives confidence to their patients. Also thanks to Neeraj and Ekta (FM) for helping us.Best wishes

Gaurav Saini

14:11 17 Jul 24

From experienced doctors to courteous staff.. everyone is so professional and caring. I went for routine checkup only and was really impressed how they took care of every query. My eyes were throughly checked by 4 different doctors and everyone was so humble to answer my queries to utmost satisfaction. Not to mention they took really good care of my mom and saved her eye to which other hospital refused treatment. I would strongly recommend to visit them. My mom’s case was worst and I am glad I contacted them. Thank you very much for your hospitality.

Anil Chauhan

04:30 21 Jun 24

Best eye care in all over India. Best treatment provided here. Well educated doctors and team. Highly professional 💯

nikhil jain

04:20 21 Jun 24

Neeta Arora

08:54 20 Jun 24

At the outset this happens to be one of the best eye institute in delhi.Everything was excellent. Got my cataract surgery done.Dr Atul and Dr Aman r one of the best in town .Very courteous ,helpful and polite staff .Highly recommend AKIO to all .

Alok Ranjan

08:14 20 Jun 24

Excellent taking care & expertise. Dr .Aman and Dr. Bharat are really good and excellent. Vikram sir very humble and nice

SHIVAJI MOHINTA

06:48 20 Jun 24

Sushil Kumar

19:38 25 Apr 24

I recently had the opportunity to receive treatment at what I consider the best eye specialist hospital in Delhi. The doctors were not only highly skilled but also empathetic and attentive to all my concerns. Immensely grateful for the exceptional care I received.

Chaitanya Suri

06:05 15 Apr 24

This one is gonna be slightly detailed. To start off, I can simply say that this institution is by far is one of the most well managed place in the country. The entire staff, nurses and doctors are impeccable and polite.We visited the hospital for my mother’s eye surgery for (retina detachment) and everything went smoothly and can simply say it was the best decision we took. The matters of eye are intricate and I personally don’t think any other place would’ve handled the case with such ease. From scheduling the surgery, to operation to post op care, all was great. This is not just my opinion but almost every other patient we came across and spoke to. Dr Atul a big thanks to you and your team for helping thousands of people see things again.

banhishikha sinha

09:26 01 Apr 24

We met doctor Bharat , he is very sweet and genuinely expalained everything about my dad's conditions. MY DAD IS PRETTY MUCH SATISFIED . Also staff memebers are very welcoming and sweet.Overall, the ambiance is good. However, the only thing I feel is lacking is the reception area lighting, which is very bright. It was irritating for my dad and some other patients as well. As an eye center, the interior should be dimmer. Just a genuine suggestion.

Akash MG

15:06 18 Mar 24

front office staff and floor supervisors are very helpful. Even though there is a lot of rush and then waiting, but you will get the best treatment here. They understand your issues very well and great treatment is provided. AKIO is highly affordable as we see them not turning back any patient just because of financial issues. Great work by all. Thank you once again. Keep up this great work.

Food Date

17:36 28 Feb 24

It’s an eye hospital in Safdarjung enclave. Has two floors. They also have a skin center. They do quite intensive tests for eyes using modern technologies. The staff is nice, speak politely, is helpful and services well. Dr Atul Kumar is ex HoD AIIMS and is quite good. He is a retina specialist. Consultation is Rs 1000. OCT is 3500 rs. Series of tests are performed. Then consultation is done. They have washrooms on all floors, which are neat and clean. Water dispensers are also placed. There are changing rooms for both males and females. There is a small lounge with tea, coffee and snacks on payment. There is a small pharmacy desk. A small shoppe for frames and lens too. The treatment charges are seemingly on the higher side. Like for a cataract and lens they charge 65000 rs for one eye with Ayance lens.Couple of things I ddnt appreciate- admonishing the previous doctors & condemning them. Quoting different prices by staff for the same treatment or tests. Creating anxiety & urgency for treatment. Patient needs to absorb and think and decide.

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