IPL Dry Eye Treatment in London

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From ยฃ1,100 per eye ยท complimentary assessment

A non-invasive treatment that restores meibomian gland function, stabilises the tear film, and provides lasting relief.

Understanding evaporative dry eye

Evaporative dry eye occurs when your eyes produce enough tears, but they donโ€™t stay on the surface long enough to keep your eyes lubricated. This is usually caused by meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD)โ€”blockages in the glands that release the oil layer of your tears. Without this layer, tears evaporate too quickly, leading to irritation, burning, and blurred vision.

  • IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)
    Improves meibomian gland function and reduces inflammation
  • Thermal Gland Expression
    Gently heats and clears blocked oil glands
  • Lid Hygiene & Anti-inflammatory Drops
    Reduces biofilm and supports gland health
  • Lifestyle Adjustments & Supplements
    Diet, hydration, and blinking strategies

Does this sound like you?

You may have evaporative dry eye if:

Your eyes feel dry, tired, or gritty throughout the day

Vision goes blurry but improves when you blink

Youโ€™re sensitive to wind, fans, or air conditioning

Your eyes water excessively but still feel dry

Eye drops help temporarily but donโ€™t last

Your eyes feel worse after long hours on a screen

Are you eligible?

Criteria IPL Gland Expression
Diagnosed with evaporative dry eye or MGD โœ… โœ…
Poor tear stability despite normal tear quantity โœ… โœ…
Blurred vision that improves with blinking โœ… โœ…
Symptoms worsen with screens or dry environments โœ… โœ…
History of styes, chalazia, or lid margin inflammation โœ… โœ…

Stories of vision restored

Hear directly from patients whose lives were changed by surgeon-led care at The Harley Street Eye Centre.

From enquiry to clear vision

At Harley Street Eye Centre in London, your care is consultant-led and tailored to your vision, lifestyle and goals. From first enquiry through consultation, diagnosis and treatment, we explain every step in plain language and agree a plan together. Our clinic at 22a Harley Street combines advanced diagnostics and modern laser/surgical technology with clear aftercare and long-term monitoring where needed (e.g., keratoconus, glaucoma, retina). Use the tabs to see what happens at each stage โ€” from booking to recovery โ€” and what to expect on the day. When youโ€™re ready, book a consultation or call our team.

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Free assessment

A full diagnostic visit at no charge , autorefraction, OCT, topography, aberrometry, and a real conversation with the surgeon who will treat you.

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Treatment plan

The technique that fits your eyes, ranked clearly. Honest trade-offs, transparent pricing, no obligation.

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Surgery day

You will be welcomed by our clinical team, who will complete final checks, confirm consent and ensure you are comfortable before treatment. The procedure is performed by your consultant using modern technology, followed by immediate post-operative assessment and provision of tailored aftercare instructions, including guidance for your recovery and onward support.

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Next-day review

First check-up the morning after , vision tested, healing confirmed, drops explained again with no rush.

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Three months of aftercare

Three further reviews over the following twelve weeks, plus direct access to the team in between, and twelve-month retreatment cover on most procedures.

How much does evaporative dry eye treatment cost?

We offer transparent pricing based on your personalised treatment plan. After your consultation, weโ€™ll provide a full breakdown of costs depending on the therapies recommended.

From ยฃ1,100 Per Eye

The clinic behind the decision

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Surgeon-led

Never a sales team

From your first assessment to your three-month review, the consultant on the call is the consultant in the operating room. No call centre, no pressure script, no juniors fronting the clinical decisions.

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50+ years

Of combined expertise

A senior consultant roster whose careers, taken together, span more than half a century of corneal, cataract, refractive and retinal surgery , across the NHS, internationally and at 22a Harley Street.

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7,700+

Successful treatments

Our advanced treatments are supported by detailed assessments, proven techniques and personalised care plans designed around each patientโ€™s individual needs. From diagnosis through to recovery and ongoing monitoring, we focus on delivering safe, effective treatment pathways with your vision and eye health as the priority.

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40+ years

From your lead surgeon

Mr Marwan Ghabra has been operating since 1985 , founder of the Ghabra Technique, founding member of the International Keratoconus Society, and the surgeon who will plan and perform your procedure.

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Same-day

Clinical decisions

Most enquiries are seen the same week. Urgent cases , corneal damage, sudden change, infection , are seen the same day where clinically possible.

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12 months

Of aftercare cover

Four post-op reviews over three months, direct team access in between, and twelve-month retreatment cover on most laser procedures, included in the original quote.

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Mr Marwan Ghabra

Founder and medical director. Cornea, cataract and refractive specialist. Originator of the Ghabra Technique for advanced keratoconus, and founding member of the International Keratoconus Society.

He performed the first phacoemulsification cataract procedure in Damascus in 1998, and continues to take on the complex cases that other clinics decline.

International patients

We welcome patients from around the world seeking treatment for evaporative dry eye in London. Whether youโ€™re flying in for IPL therapy or a full diagnostic assessment, our clinic provides end-to-end support including virtual consultations, treatment coordination, and follow-up planning. Submit your enquiry and a member of our team will be in touch to arrange your visit.

Download the dry eye information pack

dry eye info pack

Find out if itโ€™s the right choice for your eyes.

Your dry eye assessment is complimentary. An hour with our diagnostic team and a real conversation with the surgeon who would treat you. No obligation.