OptiPlus Radio Frequency

If your eyes frequently feel dry, irritated, gritty, or watery, the underlying cause may be meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD)—the leading cause of evaporative dry eye.

OptiPLUS™ Radiofrequency (RF) is an advanced, non-invasive treatment designed to improve the function of the meibomian glands by delivering controlled therapeutic heat to the eyelids. By restoring healthier oil flow, OptiPLUS helps stabilize the tear film and provides long-lasting relief from dry eye symptoms.

What Is OptiPLUS RF?

OptiPLUS RF uses gentle radiofrequency energy to safely warm the eyelids and surrounding tissue. The controlled heat helps soften and liquefy thickened oils trapped within the meibomian glands, making it easier for the glands to function normally.

In addition to supporting healthier tear production, radiofrequency treatment stimulates collagen remodeling in the skin around the eyes, which may improve skin firmness and overall eyelid health.

The treatment is comfortable, requires no downtime, and can be performed in the office in just minutes.

How Does It Help Dry Eye?

Healthy meibomian glands produce an oil layer that prevents tears from evaporating too quickly. When these glands become blocked or inflamed, tears evaporate rapidly, leading to symptoms such as:

• Burning or stinging eyes

• Grittiness or the feeling that something is in the eye

• Fluctuating or blurred vision

• Redness

• Excessive tearing

• Eye fatigue, especially during screen use

• Contact lens discomfort

By improving gland function and encouraging normal oil flow, OptiPLUS helps address one of the most common underlying causes of chronic dry eye.

Benefits of OptiPLUS RF

Patients may experience:

• Improved meibomian gland function

• Better tear film stability

• Reduced dry eye symptoms

• Increased comfort during reading and computer use

• Improved contact lens comfort

• A quick, non-surgical treatment with no downtime

• Additional cosmetic benefits, including smoother, firmer skin around the eyes

Results develop gradually and often improve over a series of treatments.

What to Expect During Treatment

Your provider will apply a conductive gel to the treatment area before gently moving the OptiPLUS handpiece across the eyelids and surrounding skin.

During treatment, you'll feel a soothing sensation of warmth. Most patients find the procedure relaxing and comfortable.

A typical treatment takes approximately 15–20 minutes, and you can return to your normal daily activities immediately afterward.

​​​​​​​Depending on the severity of your dry eye, your doctor may recommend a series of treatments followed by periodic maintenance sessions to help maintain your results.