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Post-Surgery Dry Eye

Care that extends beyond the surgery itself

Personalised dry-eye management

After cataract surgery, the eyes may feel temporarily dry
during the recovery process.
Shinsegae Eye Clinic precisely analyses each patient's dry-eye data and recovery progress, providing optimised, personalised care for every individual.

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Why does dry eye occur after cataract surgery?

  • Temporary dulling of corneal nerves

    Temporary dulling of corneal nerves

    Fine nerves around the corneal incision site may be affected,
    temporarily reducing tear-secretion signals.

  • Inflammation and post-op eye drops

    Inflammation and post-op eye drops

    Essential post-op eye drops can briefly destabilise
    the tear film during recovery.

  • Aggravation of pre-existing dry eye

    Aggravation of pre-existing dry eye

    Patients who already had dry eye before surgery
    may notice symptoms more strongly during recovery.

Dry Eye Self-Check

If 3 or more of the symptoms below apply to you, dry eye disease may be suspected — visit an ophthalmologist for an accurate assessment.

Eyes feel stiff and tire easily
Gritty sensation as if sand is in my eyes
Vision is blurred as if a film is covering my eyes
Sensitive to light or frequent eye squinting
Eyes get red often without obvious cause
Hard to read or focus for extended periods
Eyelids feel glued together when waking up
Cold wind makes my eyes tear up excessively
Contact lenses feel uncomfortable or irritating
Symptoms persist even after dry eye treatment

Shinsegae Eye Clinic's dry-eye solution

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STEP 1

Tear Film Precise Diagnosis

Before treatment, we precisely analyse
the tear film and meibomian gland condition.

Lipiview II

Infrared imaging checks the structural condition of the meibomian glands,
and analysis of incomplete blink patterns
helps diagnose the cause of dry eye.

STEP 2

Meibomian Gland Treatment with Heat & Pressure

We use a globally proven
dry-eye treatment device.

LipiFlow

Steady heat and gentle pressure applied to both sides of the eyelids
melt and expel congested
meibomian gland oils.

STEP 3

Inflammation & Abnormal Vascular Care

We improve the inflammatory response
and abnormal vessels behind chronic dry eye.

M22 IPL Laser

Light energy delivered to the periocular skin alleviates inflammation
and supports meibomian gland function,
improving the quality of the tear film.

How to Manage Dry Eye After Cataract Surgery

  • Warm eye compress with a towel at 40–45 °C twice a day for 5–10 minutes
  • Follow the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 min, look 20 ft (6 m) away for 20 sec
  • Keep indoor humidity at 40–60% and use a humidifier as needed
  • Drink at least 1.5 L of water daily and take omega-3 supplements
  • Adjust airflow so air-conditioning or heating does not blow directly on your eyes
  • Apply artificial tears whenever your eyes feel dry or gritty
  • Reduce eye fatigue with adequate sleep and rest
  • Blink consciously and frequently when using digital devices
  • Avoid prolonged use of digital devices in low-light environments