Upper and lower eyelids reveal different types of meibomian gland changes. This Optometric Management article explains why evaluating only one lid leaves clinicians with an incomplete picture.
The TFOS DEWS III diagnostic report — a cornerstone reference for dry eye diagnosis — now explicitly states that imaging both upper and lower eyelids is important for accurate meibomian...
Dr. Mile Brujic outlines why upper lid eversion should be considered essential to a comprehensive ocular exam — citing its role in detecting meibomian gland dysfunction, lid wiper epitheliopathy, and...
Research published in Nature Scientific Reports reveals that upper eyelid meibomian gland changes are a key predictor of IPL treatment outcomes — making upper lid imaging essential for treatment planning.
Dr. Paul Karpecki highlights the Meivertor as an exciting clinical instrument, noting how its single-handed eversion design frees the clinician’s other hand for meibography and extended procedures.
A peer-reviewed study in Cornea finds that upper eyelid evaluation is essential for early detection of meibomian gland dysfunction — especially in patients with dry eye disease, contact lens complications,...
Dr. Janelle Davison explains how combining efficient eversion tools with upper lid imaging can streamline workflows, improve patient care, and create new revenue opportunities for eye care practices.
Dr. Cory Lappin argues that imaging only the lower meibomian glands is the clinical equivalent of examining only one eye during a comprehensive exam — you’re only getting half the...
Expert clinical commentary in Primary Care Optometry News warns that relying solely on lower lid imaging risks missing early signs of meibomian gland dysfunction.
A clinical review covered by Eyes on Eyecare finds that comprehensive meibomian gland assessment requires evaluating both upper and lower eyelids — not just one.
This Optometry Times article covers clinical research that underscores the role of upper eyelid meibography in the early detection of ocular surface disease and related conditions. The report highlights how...
