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Before your treatment begins, your optometrist will talk you through each step so you know exactly what to expect. The procedure is simple, painless, and designed for your comfort.
Low-Level Light Therapy (LLLT) for dry eyes
For many people, dry, tired, or sensitive eyes can make everyday life more difficult - from working on screens to driving or reading comfortably. These symptoms often come from changes in the delicate balance of your tears. That’s where Low-Level Light Therapy (LLLT) can help. At Leightons, we offer LLLT, a gentle, clinically proven treatment that helps to relieve discomfort and improve eye health by stimulating natural healing and reducing inflammation.
What is LLLT?
Low-Level Light Therapy (LLLT), also known as photobiomodulation, is an advanced, non-invasive treatment that uses specific wavelengths of light to stimulate healing and restore the function of the meibomian glands - the tiny oil glands in your eyelids that play a crucial role in keeping your eyes hydrated.
When these glands become blocked or don’t produce enough oil, your tears can evaporate too quickly, leading to dryness, irritation, and redness. LLLT works by gently warming the tissues and improving gland performance, helping your eyes stay naturally lubricated.
LLLT therapy helps to:
- Stimulate meibomian gland activity
- Reduce inflammation and improve tear film quality
- Relieve redness, burning, and dryness
- Support healthy, comfortable eyes
What happens during treatment?
The treatment lasts for around 30 minutes. During this time, you might feel a mild warmth, which most patients find relaxing. The light works deep within the skin to stimulate healing, improve oil flow from your glands, and calm inflammation.
Once your session is complete, you can continue your day as normal - there’s no discomfort, downtime, or side effects.
Who Can Benefit from LLLT?
You may be suitable for LLLT treatment if you:
- Have been diagnosed with dry eye disease or Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD)
- Experience symptoms such as burning, itching, redness, or a gritty sensation
- Have not found sufficient relief from artificial tears or warm compresses
- Are not suitable for IPL therapy due to skin type or sensitivity
Your optometrist will first carry out a comprehensive Dry Eye Assessment to determine if LLLT is the most suitable treatment for your eyes.
Treatment plan and results
Most patients typically benefit from four LLLT sessions, spaced one to two weeks apart. This treatment schedule gives your eyes time to respond naturally and regain comfort. Your optometrist may recommend maintenance sessions every few months to help sustain results.
After completing your course of treatment, you may notice:
Some patients notice improvement after the first session, while others feel gradual relief throughout the treatment plan.
Why choose Leightons for LLLT?
Leightons has been caring for patients for nearly a century. Our optometrists are experts in advanced dry eye management, using leading technology to deliver safe, gentle, and effective care.
By choosing LLLT at Leightons, you’ll benefit from:
- Specialist clinicians trained in dry eye care
- The latest photobiomodulation technology
- Personalised treatment plans and aftercare
- Transparent pricing and MyLeightons member benefits
- A trusted family-run practice focused on your wellbeing
Cost of the LLLT
Each LLLT session is priced at £170, with a 20% discount for MyLeightons members.
Your appointment includes an in-depth consultation with one of our expert optometrists, a full LLLT treatment session, and personalised aftercare designed to help you get the best results.
Available exclusively at our Cobham, Camberley, Southampton, and St Albans practices.
