Method and apparatus for preventing and treating eyelid problems
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1. A method for treating eyelid disorders, the method comprising:
- applying an electrical stimulus to one or more facial muscles associated with one or more eyelid glands; and
promoting the expression of a tear film component from the one or more eyelid glands by application of the stimulus.
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Abstract
A method and apparatus are provided by which eyelid diseases may be treated and eyelid hygiene may be performed. In particular, the method and apparatus stimulate eyelid muscles and facial muscles, allowing stimulation of glandular eyelid components that allow optimization of the tear film and the ocular surface. In this manner, the symptoms associated with ocular irritation or with eyelid disorders may be treated by maintaining proper tear film composition.
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1. A method for treating eyelid disorders, the method comprising:
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applying an electrical stimulus to one or more facial muscles associated with one or more eyelid glands; and
promoting the expression of a tear film component from the one or more eyelid glands by application of the stimulus. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10)
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