ShareA new approach to treating dry eyes at Geelong Veins Skin & Laser
Dry eyes is a common condition that can cause significant, ongoing discomfort. Symptoms can include burning, irritation, blurred vision, a gritty feeling in the eyes, compensatory watering of the eyes and general eye fatigue. For many people, it can start to affect everyday comfort and quality of life.
At Geelong Veins Skin & Laser, we offer TriLift as a non-invasive treatment that not only helps rejuvenate the face, but can also improve some of the underlying factors that contribute to dry eye, particularly issues related to blinking and eyelid muscle function, and/or poor meibomium gland function.
What is TriLift Dry Eye Treatment?
TriLift is a non-surgical treatment that uses three technologies together to treat the skin and facial muscles:
- Dynamic Muscle Stimulation (DMSt): targets the deep muscle layer to strengthen facial muscles, including the peri orbital muscles around the eyes.
- Radiofrequency (RF): uses heat to stimulate new collagen production and support skin tightening, while also stimulating the glands in the eyelids.
- RF Microneedling: helps improve skin texture, firmness, and overall quality.
Together, these treatments help lift, firm, and refresh the whole face, or can be targeted to just the periorbital (around the eye) area, without injections or downtime.
How TriLift can help dry eye symptoms
TriLift was developed as a skin and facial treatment, but it has been found to also help people with dry eye symptoms linked to poor or incomplete blinking, and or poor meibomium gland function.
Better eyelid muscle function
The muscle stimulation component can help improve the strength and completeness of the blink. A full blink is important for spreading tears evenly across the eye.
Improved tear distribution
When blinking is more effective, tears are spread more evenly, which can help reduce dryness and irritation.
Support for oil glands in the eyelids
Good blinking also helps the oil glands (meibomian gland) in the eyelids work properly. These oils are important because they stop tears from drying out too quickly.
Extra cosmetic benefits
As well as functional improvements, TriLift can also help improve the appearance around the eyes, including fine lines, crepey skin, undereye heaviness, and a tired look.
What to expect during treatment
A TriLift dry eye session usually takes 15-30 minutes, with about 5 minutes per eye. It combines dynamic muscle stimulation and surface radiofrequency skin tightening around the eye area.
- Feeling: gentle muscle pulses with a warm sensation
- Downtime: none to minimal
- Treatment plan: a series of 6 weekly sessions is usually recommended for best results
Some people may notice a slight lifting effect straight away, with continued improvement over the following weeks as collagen builds in the skin.
Who is it suitable for?
TriLift is suitable for clients who:
- Have dry eye symptoms related to blinking issues or eyelid weakness
- Experience mild to moderate dry eye
- Prefer a non-invasive treatment option
- Are also interested in improving skin around the eyes
A consultation is needed to check if it’s the right treatment for you.
Contraindications for TriLift Dry Eye treatment:
- Metal implants around the eyes
- Pacemaker
- Active skin or eye infection in the area
Our approach
Dry eyes can have many different causes, so we look at the whole picture when considering treatment options. This includes eyelid function, skin quality, and overall eye health. TriLift may be one option as part of a personalised treatment plan depending on your needs. We work closely with other professionals in your eye team, and can refer to and take referrals from your optometrist, ophthalmologist or GP.
Important information
Results vary between individuals. A consultation is required to determine suitability for treatment. TriLift dry eye treatments are performed by our highly trained Dermal Clinicians under the guidance of our onsite GPs.
How to book
Call 52296866 and speak to one of our friendly reception staff, or book a “TriLift dry eye consultation” online here
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