What Is Amniotic Membrane Therapy and How Does It Help With Dry Eye?

Dry eye disease is more than just an occasional irritation - it’s a chronic condition that can significantly impact your comfort, vision, and quality of life. For patients who continue to struggle despite artificial tears, medications, or lifestyle changes, advanced treatment options may be needed. One such option is amniotic membrane therapy, an innovative, in-office treatment designed to heal the ocular surface and restore eye comfort.

Understanding Amniotic Membrane Therapy

A biologic corneal bandage is a medical device that uses a cryopreserved amniotic membrane, a natural tissue known for its powerful healing and anti-inflammatory properties. The amniotic membrane has been safely used in medicine for decades, particularly in ophthalmology, to help repair damaged tissue and reduce inflammation.

How Amniotic Membrane Therapy Helps With Dry Eye Disease

Dry eye is often driven by inflammation and damage to the surface of the eye. When this damage becomes severe, the eyes may not respond well to standard treatments. Amniotic Membrane Therapy addresses dry eye at its root by:

• Reducing Inflammation: Chronic inflammation is a major contributor to dry eye symptoms such as burning, redness, and light sensitivity. Amniotic Membrane Therapy helps calm inflammation, allowing the ocular surface to recover.

• Promoting Healing of the Cornea: The amniotic membrane contains natural growth factors that encourage cell regeneration. This helps repair damage to the cornea caused by long-standing dryness.

• Protecting the Eye While It Heals: A biologic corneal bandage acts as a physical barrier, shielding the eye from blinking friction and environmental irritants during the healing process.

• Improving Comfort and Vision: As the surface of the eye heals, patients often notice reduced dryness, less irritation, and clearer, more stable vision.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Amniotic Membrane Therapy?

Amniotic Membrane Therapy is often recommended for patients with:

• Moderate to severe dry eye disease

• Dry eye related to inflammation or ocular surface damage

• Symptoms that have not improved with traditional treatments

Your optometrist will determine whether Amniotic Membrane Therapy is appropriate based on a dry eye evaluation.

Discover Advanced Options for Dry Eye Treatment

Amniotic membrane therapy offers a powerful, regenerative approach for patients suffering from persistent dry eye. By reducing inflammation, repairing the ocular surface, and protecting the eye during healing, it can provide relief when other treatments fall short.

If dry eye symptoms are affecting your comfort or vision, schedule a consultation at Capitol Eye Care Center Optometry learn if Amniotic Membrane Therapy is right for you. Visit our office in 38069 Martha Ave, Suite 200, Fremont, California, or call (510) 791-5272 to book an appointment today.