Is BlephEx the Solution to Your Chronic Eye Irritation?

If your eyes constantly feel gritty, dry, itchy, or inflamed, you may be dealing with chronic eye irritation. While artificial tears or warm compresses may offer temporary relief, they often don’t address the root cause. At Lum Optometry, we offer advanced solutions like BlephEx® to treat common underlying conditions and help you find lasting comfort.
 

Common Causes of Chronic Eye Irritation

Chronic eye irritation can stem from a variety of conditions, many of which involve the eyelids or tear glands. The most frequent causes include:
 

• Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD): When the oil-producing glands in your eyelids become blocked or inflamed, it can disrupt the tear film and lead to dryness and irritation.

• Dry Eye Syndrome: A common condition in which your eyes do not produce enough quality tears to stay lubricated.

• Blepharitis: Inflammation of the eyelid margins, often caused by bacteria, debris, or mites, that leads to redness, itching, and crusting.

• Demodex Blepharitis: A type of blepharitis caused by an overgrowth of Demodex mites; microscopic parasites that live in the hair follicles of the eyelashes. These mites can trigger inflammation, lash loss, and persistent irritation if not properly managed.

These conditions are often interrelated, and without proper treatment, they can cause persistent discomfort and vision disturbances.
 

What Is BlephEx?

BlephEx is a professional, in-office treatment designed to clean the eyelid margins and target the root causes of chronic eye irritation. Think of it as a “deep cleaning” for your eyelids, performed by your optometrist.
 

How BlephEx Works

During the BlephEx procedure, Dr. Lum uses a handheld device equipped with a soft, rotating sponge tip soaked in a gentle cleansing solution. This sponge is carefully applied along the lash line to exfoliate and remove bacterial biofilm, Demodex mites, dead skin cells, and other debris that contribute to inflammation. The treatment takes only a few minutes per eye and is typically well tolerated with minimal discomfort.
 

Benefits of BlephEx Treatment

Patients who undergo BlephEx treatment often experience:
 

• Reduced inflammation and redness

• Improved tear stability and reduced dryness

• Relief from itching, burning, and gritty sensations

• Fewer flare-ups of blepharitis or MGD

• Enhanced comfort with contact lens wear

By targeting the root cause rather than just the symptoms, BlephEx helps restore a healthier ocular surface and long-term comfort.
 

Ready to Tackle Eye Irritation at the Source?

If chronic eye irritation is interfering with your daily life, it may be time to address the underlying causes rather than masking the symptoms. BlephEx is a safe, effective solution that can help reset your eyelid health and significantly improve your comfort.
 

Schedule your comprehensive eye exam at Lum Optometry to see if BlephEx is the right treatment for your chronic eye irritation. Visit our office in South San Francisco, California, or call (650) 589-7198 to book an appointment today.