Dry eye disease is one of the most common and frustrating eye conditions, often leaving patients with burning, gritty, or watery eyes that never seem to improve. It can even affect the overall quality of your vision.
At NVISION Eye Centers, Dr. Sheri Rowen, MD, treats chronic evaporative dry eye using advanced technologies such as LipiFlow® Thermal Pulsation and IPL therapy. These treatments target the root cause of dryness—blocked oil glands—and inflammation control rather than just masking symptoms.
Dr. Rowen offers personalized dry eye evaluations at her Newport Beach office, helping patients across Orange County and nearby areas like Fullerton, California, experience lasting relief.
Understanding Evaporative Dry Eye
Most chronic dry eye cases are linked to Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD), a condition where the tiny glands along the eyelids become blocked and stop releasing natural oils. Without this protective oil layer, tears evaporate too quickly, leaving the eyes irritated and inflamed.
While artificial tears and prescription drops provide temporary comfort, they cannot correct the underlying gland blockage. LipiFlow® was developed to restore normal oil flow and help the eyes maintain natural moisture balance.
IPL for Dry Eye
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy, commonly known for its cosmetic skin benefits, has also proven highly effective in managing Meibomian Gland Dysfunction. IPL gently heats the skin around the eyelids, melting stagnant oils and reducing inflammation.
The light energy also improves blood flow and decreases the bacteria and inflammation that worsen dry eye symptoms. Immediately after treatment, Our team will manually express the glands to remove built-up secretions, giving many patients immediate relief.
Multiple sessions may be recommended for sustained results, particularly for those with rosacea-related dry eye or chronic MGD.
What to Expect After Treatment
Both LipiFlow® and IPL are non-invasive procedures that require no downtime. Patients can return to normal activities right after their appointment. Relief often improves over time as the glands resume healthy function and natural tear production stabilizes.
Follow-up visits help monitor progress and guide any additional maintenance therapies that may be needed to preserve results.
Why Choose Dr. Sheri Rowen?
Dr. Sheri Rowen, MD, FACS, is a board-certified ophthalmologist and recognized expert in both cataract and ocular surface disease management. She has decades of experience diagnosing complex dry eye conditions and was among the early adopters of LipiFlow® and IPL therapy for long-term gland restoration.
Her approach emphasizes personalized diagnosis and evidence-based care, using diagnostic imaging and modern technologies to create effective treatment plans for lasting comfort.
Schedule a Dry Eye Evaluation
If you experience chronic dryness, irritation, or fluctuating vision, LipiFlow® or IPL treatment with Dr. Sheri Rowen, MD, at NVISION Eye Centers in Newport Beach may help.
Patients from across Orange County and nearby Fullerton, CA, can schedule an appointment by calling 949-854-7400.
