How often should I use a heated eye mask?

For chronic dry eye: daily, ideally before bed. For mild dryness: 3-4 times per week. For meibomian gland dysfunction: twice daily as prescribed by your ophthalmologist. Consistency matters more than duration — daily 10-minute sessions are more effective than occasional 30-minute sessions.

Can a heated eye mask improve my vision?

Not directly. Heated eye masks improve tear film quality by opening clogged meibomian glands. This reduces dry eye symptoms — burning, grittiness, blurred vision from poor tear film. If your blurry vision is caused by dry eyes, improved tear quality can make vision clearer. They do not correct refractive errors.

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