Method and apparatus for preventing and treating eyelid...

Surgery: light – thermal – and electrical application – Light – thermal – and electrical application – Electrical therapeutic systems

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C607S046000, C607S141000, C607S048000

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ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus are provided by which eyelid diseases may be treated and eyelid hygiene may be performed. In particular, the method and apparatus stimulate eyelid muscles and facial muscles, allowing stimulation of glandular eyelid components that allow optimization of the tear film and the ocular surface. In this manner, the symptoms associated with ocular irritation or with eyelid disorders may be treated by maintaining proper tear film composition.

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