a procedure where the superficial layer of the cornea is removed to help improve vision (in cases with anterior basement membrane dystrophy) or reduce occurrences of recurrent corneal abrasions. After the procedure, you will be sent home with a bandage contact lens, and antibiotic eye drops
a procedure where corneal scars and deposits such as Salzmann nodules are excised. This often involves removing the surface layer to get to the nodules so that they can be excised. After surgery, you will be sent home with a bandage contact lens, antibiotic eye drops, and/or steroid eye drops.
a procedure in which calcium deposits on the cornea are removed by a chemical agent after removal of the superficial corneal layer. After surgery, you will be sent home with a bandage contact lens, and antibiotic eye drops. Moderate eye pain, and light sensitivty are expected and will improve in 1-2 days.
this is a laser surgical procedure in which the film behind the lens implant after cataract surgery is removed to allow patients to see better. While very low risk, there are a few risks to be aware of and they include floaters (which can be permanent), damage to the lens implant, retinal detachment, and increased eye pressure.
a laser procedure done to treat narrow angle glaucoma by creating a hole in the iris. After surgery, you will be sent home with steroid eye drops.
dissolvable (collagen) and non-dissolvable (silicone) plugs are placed in the eyelid tear ducts to reduce drainage of the tears in order to increase tear retention on the ocular surface and treat dry eyes. A side effect of this procedure is tearing.
a permanent procedure where the tear ducts are cauterized to close off the opening of the tear ducts.
a special dissolvable contact lens with growth and healing factors to help heal the cornea after injury, trauma, and/or infection. There are many different types and your surgeon will discuss with you which is the best option for you
a procedure where a needle is used to puncture and scar the cornea so that recurrent abrasions stop developing. This procedure may need to be repeated multiple times
a procedure where the outer or inner portion of the upper and lower eyelids are stitched together to help the corneal surface heal.
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