The health and vitality of the ocular surface are largely dependent on the protective and lubricating properties of a good quality tear film.
One such challenge to the production of a good quality tear film layer lies within the obstructive nature of meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), which is caused by poor quality meibum lipid secretions forming blockages in the glands. This prevents optimal balance of lipid in the tear film, thereby resulting in disruption of the optical and protective properties of the tears. Consequently, the tear film evaporates at an (Read more...)