Dongguan Aier Eye Hospital Reaches Over 3,000 Lipiflow Thermal Pulsation Treatments

Recently, Dongguan Aier Eye Hospital hosted a special event to raise awareness about dry eye. During the event, a representative from Johnson & Johnson’s Dry Eye Division for South China presented the Cornea and Ocular Surface Department of Dongguan Aier Eye Hospital with a commemorative plaque recognizing “Over 3,000 Lipiflow Treatments.” Ye Jianzhang, Director of the Cornea and Ocular Surface Department, accepted this prestigious recognition on behalf of the hospital. This achievement not only attests to Dongguan Aier Eye Hospital’s technical expertise in dry eye diagnosis and treatment but also signifies its leading position in the region for treating meibomian gland dysfunction-related dry eye.

Currently, with changes in lifestyle, the incidence of dry eye continues to rise, making it a significant ocular surface disease that affects modern people’s visual health and quality of life. Dry eye syndrome is primarily caused by insufficient tear production and excessive evaporation, accompanied by symptoms such as ocular dryness, a foreign body sensation, and blurred vision. If left untreated for a long time, it may lead to serious complications such as corneal damage and vision loss.

During the public education lecture, Dr. Ye Jianzhang, Director of the Cornea and Ocular Surface Department at Dongguan Aier, pointed out that the challenge in dry eye diagnosis and treatment lies in the fact that traditional therapies primarily rely on artificial tears to alleviate symptoms, making it difficult to address the root cause. Such approaches have limited efficacy for patients with moderate to severe cases. Since meibomian gland dysfunction is one of the primary causes of dry eye, resolving this core issue has become the key to effective diagnosis and treatment.

As the only medical institution in Dongguan that offers Lipiflow meibomian gland thermal pulsation therapy on a regular basis, Dongguan Aier Eye Hospital has introduced a brand-new solution to the challenges of dry eye diagnosis and treatment. According to Director Ye Jianzhang, the Lipiflow thermal pulsation therapy leverages internationally advanced Vector Thermal Pulsation (VTP) technology to target the core causes of meibomian gland blockage and dysfunction. It efficiently reaches the meibomian glands to clear blockages and restore secretory function, marking a significant shift in dry eye treatment from “symptom relief” to “causal treatment.”

Since the introduction of this technology, its precision, efficiency, and safety have provided a new diagnostic and treatment experience and renewed hope for recovery to numerous patients with mild, moderate, and severe dry eye. It is precisely through its robust clinical application that the hospital has achieved the milestone of treating over 3,000 cases with this technology.

It is worth noting that Dongguan Aier Eye Hospital’s expertise in dry eye diagnosis and treatment extends far beyond the application of individual advanced technologies; rather, the hospital has established a comprehensive diagnostic and treatment system that covers the entire process, all types of dry eye, and patients of all ages. As a leading institution in Dongguan for dry eye diagnosis and treatment, the hospital has established a one-stop professional dry eye center. It was among the first to adopt advanced diagnostic equipment such as comprehensive ocular surface analysis and confocal microscopy, enabling the precise detection of subtle changes in the ocular surface and providing a scientific basis for the classification and diagnosis of dry eye. Building on this foundation, the hospital has innovatively introduced the “Seven-Step Diagnostic and Treatment Method,” aligning with international standards and adhering to the core principles of “differentiated diagnosis and personalized treatment,” thereby moving away from the one-size-fits-all approach.

For patients with varying degrees and types of dry eye, the hospital has established a comprehensive therapeutic system: the Dry Eye SPA offers daily care regimens for patients in the remission phase; intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy effectively stimulates meibomian gland secretion, suppresses inflammation, and inhibits mite proliferation—the hospital has now performed over 30,000 such procedures; The Optilight IPL device, specifically designed for dry eye, delivers gentle energy and high comfort, making it suitable for sensitive eyes, children, and patients of all ages, from young adults to the elderly; meanwhile, Lipiflow thermal pulsed therapy has become the core curative solution for patients with mild, moderate, and severe meibomian gland dysfunction-related dry eye. Through the synergistic use of multiple technologies and phased treatment, patients with varying needs can find a tailored diagnostic and treatment plan.

Thanks to its solid technical expertise and remarkable clinical outcomes, the Cornea and Ocular Surface Department at Dongguan Aier Eye Hospital has been honored with awards such as the “Intensive Pulsed Light Therapy Demonstration Award” and “Outstanding Clinical Training Base.” Led by Director Ye Jianzhang, who has over 30 years of experience in the diagnosis and treatment of corneal and ocular surface diseases, the department has assembled a high-caliber medical team comprising senior corneal specialists and professional nursing staff. The hospital has also established a dedicated “Dry Eye Clinic” and a “Pediatric Dry Eye Clinic,” creating a comprehensive, closed-loop management system for chronic dry eye that covers the entire cycle from “prevention—health maintenance—diagnosis—treatment—rehabilitation.” Through long-term follow-ups and health education, the department helps patients develop good habits for ongoing treatment and home care.

From initial examinations to treatment planning, and from procedures to postoperative follow-ups, the Cornea and Ocular Surface Department at Dongguan Aier Eye Hospital ensures that a professional team maintains strict quality control throughout the entire process, providing patients with personalized, compassionate medical care. Thanks to its standardized diagnostic and treatment system and outstanding technical expertise, the hospital’s dry eye services have earned the trust of patients not only in Dongguan but also across the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.