Dry-Eye

Dry eye diagnostic equipment supports the assessment of ocular surface health, helping identify the underlying causes of dry eye. Mainline Instruments supplies a curated range of dry eye diagnostic equipment from trusted manufacturers, including OCULUS and TOMEY, including wide-ranging multi-function units that unite meibography, refraction, keratometry, tonometry, pachymetry and topography in a single device.

  • Objective assessment of tear film and ocular surface health
  • Repeatable measurements to support accurate diagnosis

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What Does Dry Eye Diagnostic Equipment Help With?

Dry eye diagnostics provide objective insight into tear film stability, tear volume, eyelid function and ocular surface integrity, supporting accurate identification of Dry Eye Disease (DED) and related conditions such as Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) and blepharitis. Rather than relying solely on symptoms, dry eye diagnostic equipment enables eyecare specialists to assess the underlying causes of dry eye using non-invasive, repeatable measurements.

 

The machines we recommend have been chosen by our experienced team for their alignment with recognised diagnostic frameworks such as TFOS DEWS III, helping ensure consistent assessment and diagnostic confidence. By combining imaging, measurement and documentation, dry eye diagnostics support informed dry eye treatment decisions, clearer patient communication and effective monitoring over time. This is valuable for enhanced dry eye services or when managing patients both pre- and post-surgery, where ocular surface monitoring is critical.

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What is dry eye diagnostic equipment?

Dry eye diagnostic equipment assesses key ocular surface parameters such as tear film stability, meibomian gland structure and eyelid function. Many modern systems also integrate additional measurements, including topography, keratometry, pachymetry and tonometry, supporting efficient, appropriate dry eye treatment.

Trusted by Eyecare Professionals Nationwide

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The ability for patients to measure their own IOP has the potential to transform glaucoma care. By using home monitoring, we can obtain far more IOP measurements to more accurately identify peak IOP and gain greater appreciation of IOP fluctuations.

Most patients find iCare HOME easy to use and as IOP measurements can be uploaded to the cloud, the clinician can view results remotely. In my practice, the introduction of iCare HOME has allowed us to move away from office-hour IOP phasing and has provided improved insight into IOP as a risk factor for glaucoma progression.

Andrew J Tatham

The Edinburgh Clinic, UK

With the benefit of true colour imaging, I am confident in my ability to discriminate between normal tissue and potential signs of pathology (EIDON, DRSplus)

Prof. Giuseppe Querques

University Vita Salute, Milan, Italy

The Pentacam® has revolutionised our approach to patient care. It’s not just about the technology – it’s about the confidence it gives us in our diagnoses and treatment plans.

Keyur Patel

Incorporating the Pentacam® into our practice was a game-changer. It’s become an essential tool in our daily operations, improving both efficiency and patient outcomes.

Brian Tompkins

Tompkins Knight & Son