WHY USE BLEPHASTEAM® ?

 

INNOVATIVE MEDICAL DEVICE CLASS IIa

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Blephasteam® is an innovative and patented device. It is aligned device with experts guidelines.
Blesphasteam® uses proven heat and humidity therapy.
Sessions of 10 minutes are enough to regain ocular comfort.

 

FOR ALL THE FAMILY

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Blephasteam® is intended for the eye comfort of the whole family (adults & children from 3 years old) thanks to a removable & fully adjustable water carrier / face seal*.

 

 

 

 

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WHAT IS MEIBOMIAN GLAND DYSFUNCTION?

 

Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) is a chronic, diffuse abnormality of the meibomian glands, commonly characterized by terminal duct obstruction and/or qualitative or quantitative changes in the glandular secretion.

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MAJOR MGD RISK FACTORS

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• Aging : older patients have an increased risk of developing MGD

• Chronic anterior and posterior blepharitis

• Contact lens wear

• Decreased blinking rate : in people who stare at a computer screen or use it frequently

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Eyelid warming is the first step in eyelid hygiene.

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• To melt meibomian secretions especially from blocked or partly blocked ducts.

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• A constant warming up to ≥38°C is vital to liquefy meibum oil to allow elimination of the meibomian secretions.

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• Higher temperature >40°C is required for more severely obstructed glands present in MGD to liquefy the secretions

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To find out more or to have an assessment for Blepharitis please CONTACT US HERE

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