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Advanced Dry Eye & Eyelid Therapy at Eye Care By Design

If you’ve been struggling with dry, gritty, or irritated eyes—especially with contact lenses or long hours on digital devices—Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) may be the cause.

MGD is the leading source of dry eye disease and occurs when the tiny oil glands along the eyelid margins become blocked or underperform. This results in tears that evaporate too quickly, leading to discomfort, blurry vision, light sensitivity, and fatigue.

At Eye Care By Design, we’re proud to offer Envision by InMode, the next generation of dry eye therapy—non-invasive, drug-free, and backed by science. This innovative treatment uses dual technologies to target the root cause of dry eye, while also rejuvenating the skin around your eyes.

What Is Envision?

Envision combines two advanced modalities:

  • Forma-I: Radiofrequency (RF) technology that gently heats the eyelids to restore healthy oil flow, stimulate collagen, and improve skin tone.
  • Lumecca-I: Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) that reduces inflammation, improves tear stability, and diminishes abnormal blood vessels around the eyes.

Together, these treatments are designed to improve both eye comfort and eyelid appearance, making them a powerful, holistic solution for dry eye care.

How Envision Helps

Forma-I (RF)

  • Delivers gentle heat to the eyelid area to unblock Meibomian glands
  • Improves tear film stability and oil production
  • Stimulates collagen to reduce puffiness and fine lines
  • Lifts and firms the skin around the eyes

Lumecca-I (IPL)

  • Reduces inflammation related to ocular rosacea and chronic dry eye
  • Shrinks abnormal blood vessels that contribute to redness and irritation
  • Diminishes pigment changes, dark spots, and sun damage
  • Helps reduce Demodex mites and bacteria on the eyelids

What to Expect

All Envision treatments are performed right in our office—non-surgical and with minimal to no downtime. Most patients find the sessions relaxing and resume their regular activities the same day.

Your provider will customize your treatment plan based on your personal needs and clinical findings. The number and frequency of sessions will be tailored to help you achieve optimal results.

How Safe Are These Treatments?

Envision IPL and RF treatments are non-invasive, safe for all skin types and tones, and specifically designed for delicate areas like the eyelids. The applicators are small and precise, allowing for comfortable, controlled delivery of treatment. These therapies are a great option for anyone seeking a natural, effective solution to improve dry eye symptoms and eyelid health—without the need for medication or surgery.

A Whole-You Approach to Eye Comfort

Envision not only provides long-term relief from dry eye, but also improves eyelid skin texture, reduces redness, and enhances contact lens tolerance. It’s a proactive, whole-you approach to better vision, comfort, and confidence.

Patient Testimonials

I had been suffering from eye irritation, including burning, discomfort and blurry vision for nearly a year. A lucky Google search led me to Dr. Thobani and Eye Care By Design. I was warmly greeted by her friendly staff and accompanied to a room with state of the art vision screening equipment. Within minutes of my initial visit, Dr. Thobani diagnosed my condition as dry eye or “MGD”. Dr. Thobani validated my concerns while assuring me that she could help. Using her expert knowledge and gentle, caring approach, Dr. Thobani applied effective techniques to relieve my dry eye symptoms. The techniques were quick, non-invasive and even included a beautifying bonus! One of the three steps also provided renewed radiance and glow to my skin. The IPL light therapy not only reduced my dry eye symptoms, but also removed hyperpigmentation from sun damage revealing smooth and even skin tone. From her caring and knowledgeable approach, to the wonderful recommendations for skin care and the unexpected added bonus of radiant, youthful skin, I could not be happier with Dr. Thobani and Eye Care By Design. My eyes are relieved and my skin is glowing! Thank you so much for caring for my eyes! I am so grateful for your work and expertise! – MM

The treatment dramatically helped unblock the glands in my eyes, I didn’t realize the gritty feeling when I closed my eyes was from clogged glands. I also could see a significant difference in my overall skin appearance – I had less redness, smaller pores and a smoother texture. – TM

Dr. Thobani is exceptional and takes a human approach to caring for her patients. I felt so safe with her and she was never rushed- she always made time to explain and make sure I felt comfortable. I did five treatments of radio frequency & IPL and my eyes are already much healthier—less dry and itchy, less bothersome overall. Now I do a hot compress every other night before bed and will continue to see her every year for the treatments for maintenance. At every step Dr. Thobani was professional and kind. Thank you Dr. Thobani for the excellent care! – Catie L

I’ve struggled with dry eye for years, thinking eye drops were the only solution—until I visited Dr. Thobani at Eye Care by Design. My symptoms included nightly itchiness and discomfort when closing my eyes, and I couldn’t wear my contacts for a full day without irritation. Dr. Thobani introduced me to RF/IPL treatments, and I completed four sessions, all conveniently scheduled in advance. While the treatments were a bit uncomfortable, Dr. Thobani was incredibly attentive, offering breaks and checking in often to ensure I was okay. Since completing the treatments, I no longer experience that persistent itchiness, and I can comfortably wear my contacts all day. I’ve also noticed a visible reduction in redness around my cheeks—a pleasant bonus. Combined with using a warm compress most nights, the improvement in my comfort and quality of life has been positive. These treatments have been 100% worth it for me, and I plan to continue with yearly maintenance sessions. – Meghan W

 

Interested in finding out if Envision is right for you?

Schedule your consultation or call us at (312) 761-9660—we’d love to help you see and feel your best.