Ocular rosacea is often present isolated or in patients with facial rosacea. It presents with frequent tearing, redness and irritation of the eyelids. The most common treatment is oral antibiotics such as Doxycycline or Minocycline. Patients find variable response rates to these medicines and often don't like the idea of taking antibiotics long term.
In our practice, we have treated numerous patients with ocular rosacea using the VBeam laser. VBeam is a pulsed dye laser, emitting a 595 nm wavelength light beam which beautifully targets surface blood vessels. The VBeam has a special linear spot treatment, which along with cryogen (blast of ice) pre and post pulse cooling, allows for effective and safe treatment of the eyelid margins without burning or bruising. We also use a circular larger spot size for treatment of surface vessels on the cheeks, chin, nose and forehead for facial rosacea. Patients usually respond even after a single treatment though we suggest a series of 3-5 initial treatments to gain control of the problem followed by once a quarter treatments for maintenance.
Ocular rosacea patients who have received VBeam treatments from us have been able to discontinue their antibiotics and topical rosacea creams and enjoy an increased quality of life with less embarrassment due to red, watery eyes or flushing cheeks.
The VBeam laser, though now often replaced by Intense Pulse Light machines such as BBL and other IPL's, continues to be one of our most favorite lasers for the superior and results it provides and the diversity in which it can be used.
Other uses for VBeam include the removal of warts, patches of psoriasis, stretchmarks, acne and acne scars, breakdown of skin bruises and overall skin rejuvenation.
Give us a call to learn more and if you know anyone who suffers from Rosacea and/or Ocular Rosacea please do tell them to consider this option.
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