03/02/2026
What Healthy Oil Glands Look Like vs. MGD
This image says it all.
➡️ LEFT: Healthy Meibomian glands
Long, straight, and fully present, producing the oil layer that keeps your tears from evaporating.
➡️ RIGHT: Atrophied glands from MGD
Shortened, twisted, and missing…
Once glands are lost, they do not grow back.
⚠️ This is why early detection matters.
Most people think they just have “dry eyes,” but the real cause is often:
🔥 Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD)
Symptoms you may notice:
✔️ Burning or gritty eyes
✔️ Watery eyes
✔️ Blurry vision that comes and goes
✔️ Heavy, tired eyes
✔️ Contact lens discomfort
💡 The good news:
We can SEE these glands in our clinic and treat them before permanent damage happens.
🧴 Treatment options may include:
✨ Heated masks
✨ Lid hygiene
✨ In-office gland expression
✨ In office - Advanced dry eye therapy
✨ Personalized home care
⏳ Don’t wait until glands are lost.
Dry eye is progressive, but with the right care, it’s manageable.
📍 Book your dry eye assessment at Niagara Vision
👁️ Your glands matter more than you think.
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