Burning & grittiness
Stinging, a sandy sensation or tired eyes – often more noticeable during screen use.
LUX DRY EYE CENTER · ZURICH
Dry Eyes Deserve More Than Eye Drops.
Advanced diagnostics. Targeted treatment. A personalised approach to long-term ocular surface health.
Specialist consultation at Lux Augenzentrum, Glattpark
Precision before assumption
Dry eye care in Zurich – advanced diagnostics and individualised treatment
Dry eye is rarely just a lack of tears. The tear film, meibomian glands, eyelid margins, blink and ocular surface form a finely balanced system. At our specialist clinic in the Zurich area we make its function objectively visible – providing the basis for a personalised treatment concept.
360°Ocular surface assessment
Non-invasiveCore measurements
PersonalisedFinding-led treatment plan
Slit lamp examination
The ophthalmologist assesses lid margins, tear film and corneal surface under the slit lamp.
Personal consultation
Calm, unhurried care and a treatment plan that fits your daily life.
Understanding dry eye
When the ocular surface loses its balance
Burning, a gritty sensation or watery eyes can have different causes. Meibomian gland dysfunction is particularly common.
Fluctuating vision
Briefly blurred vision that changes after blinking.
Watery eyes
A compromised ocular surface can paradoxically trigger excessive tearing.
Inflamed lid margins
Crusting, tender lids or recurring irritation may indicate blepharitis.
Lid margin & meibomian gland assessment
Targeted slit-lamp inspection of lid margins and meibomian gland openings.
MGD
Meibomian glands: an often overlooked cause
The Meibomian glands produce the protective lipid layer of the tear film. If their openings become obstructed or the secretion changes, tears evaporate too quickly. This Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) is a frequent driver of evaporative dry eye.
Topcon TERA Dry Eye Imager
Measurable. Visual. Understandable.
TERA combines high-resolution imaging with multimodal analysis. Its findings help us distinguish potential drivers of symptoms, document them clearly and compare changes over time.
Explore diagnostics
Topcon TERA analysis
Tear break-up time, meibomian glands and lid margin measured and reviewed together on screen.
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Meibography
Infrared visualisation of Meibomian gland structure and potential gland loss.
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NIBUT
Non-invasive measurement of the time until the tear film first breaks up.
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Tear meniscus
Measurement of tear meniscus height as an indicator of available tear volume.
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Lipid layer
Qualitative assessment of the distribution and dynamics of the protective oil layer.
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Blink analysis
Assessment of blink quality, essential for spreading the tear film evenly.
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Surface imaging
High-resolution colour imaging of the ocular surface and lid margins with standardised grading.
eye-light®
Targeted light therapy for selected findings
Where examination confirms a suitable indication, eye-light® can combine two complementary light-based modalities. Treatment is recommended only after individual ophthalmic assessment.
eye-light® IPL
Pulsed light gently warms the meibomian glands while protective shields cover the eyes.
01 · Intense Pulsed Light
OPE® IPL
Software-controlled polychromatic light pulses are applied beneath the eyes. The approach is designed to address dysfunctional processes associated with MGD and selected forms of eyelid-margin inflammation.
Light modulation (LLLT)
The warming light mask works comfortably and entirely touch-free on the lid area.
02 · Light Modulation
LLLT® Photobiomodulation
A dedicated light mask delivers low-level light to closed eyelids. This non-invasive application complements an ocular-surface treatment plan.
Light therapy is not suitable for every form of dry eye. We discuss potential benefits, process, contraindications and alternatives with you before treatment.
Discover treatmentPricing & coverage
One IPL treatment costs CHF 200. We typically recommend 4 treatments for optimal results. Basic health insurance does not cover these costs, and supplementary insurance only rarely does. The treatment is therefore primarily self-paid.
Inside the centre
How your examination and treatment unfold
Topcon TERA analysis
Tear break-up time, meibomian glands and lid margin measured and reviewed together on screen.
Slit lamp examination
The ophthalmologist assesses lid margins, tear film and corneal surface under the slit lamp.
eye-light® IPL
Pulsed light gently warms the meibomian glands while protective shields cover the eyes.
Personal consultation
Calm, unhurried care and a treatment plan that fits your daily life.
Your personal pathway
From symptoms to a clear treatment concept
Consultation
Your symptoms, habits, medical history and previous treatments provide the starting point.
Objective diagnostics
We assess the tear film, Meibomian glands, eyelid margins, blink and ocular surface.
Review of findings
We explain your results clearly and identify the clinically relevant contributing factors.
Personalised plan
You receive a staged concept with appropriate measures and follow-up assessments.
Frequently asked questions
Make an informed decision
Why are eye drops sometimes not enough?
Tear substitutes may relieve symptoms but do not automatically address the underlying driver. In MGD, for example, the tear film's lipid layer is central.
Is TERA diagnostics painful?
Core measurements such as NIBUT, meibography and tear meniscus height are non-invasive. Any additional ophthalmic examination is explained beforehand.
How many eye-light® treatments will I need?
This depends on your findings, their severity and your response over time. We can only recommend a suitable protocol after assessment.
Is IPL suitable for everyone?
No. We review medical suitability, skin type, relevant medication and potential contraindications before treatment.
Can I return to work afterwards?
Many patients can continue their normal day immediately. You will receive advice tailored to your situation.
Further reading
In-depth articles from our journal
Dry Eye: Causes, Symptoms and What Actually Helps
Burning, grittiness, watery eyes: dry eye usually has several drivers at once. An overview of tear film, inflammation and environment.
Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD): The Underestimated Main Cause
The Meibomian glands supply the lipid layer of the tear film. How dysfunction develops – and how it can be documented objectively.
IPL for Dry Eye: Procedure, Suitability and Realistic Expectations
OPE® IPL and LLLT® photobiomodulation are combined for suitable indications. What happens during treatment – and who it is not for.
Lux Augenzentrum
Your specialist Dry Eye consultation in Zurich
Arrange an appointment for a thorough assessment and a personalised treatment recommendation.
Thurgauerstrasse 105 8152 Glattpark (Opfikon), Zurich
Opening hours
- Monday–Wednesday
- 08:00–19:30
- Thursday–Friday
- 08:00–12:00 · 13:00–17:30
- Saturday
- 09:30–12:00 · 13:00–18:30
- Sunday
- Closed