Conductive Keratoplasty
Conductive Keratoplasty is a procedure where there is no cutting involved. It is
used primarily for people who have problems with their reading vision. A probe is
used to cause the surface of the cornea to shrink, making it steeper. This action
improves your vision.
Conductive Keratoplasty is less expensive than LASIK eye surgery or PRK and is effective
for those with low prescriptions of 2-3 diopters. But it has its limitations. You
can only have Conductive Keratoplasty performed 2-3 times. And because it renders
the surface of your cornea irregular, you may never be able to have laser eye surgery
if you choose to.
A simple examination will reveal if you are a candidate for Non-Laser Conductive
Keratoplasty.
Contact the Clearview Institute
for a simple eye examination.
Corneal Rings
A revolutionary invention in the field of eye surgery, corneal rings are a non-laser
option for people who require correction of some myopia (for 1-6 diopters of myopia).
A small cut is made at the top of the cornea and two crescent shaped transparent
semi-rings are placed into the outermost layer of the cornea on either side of the
pupil.
Corneal rings may also be used when the cornea is thinning out.
The procedure takes about 30 minutes. You will probably notice some improvement
in the first few days after the surgery, with slight improvements over the next
couple of weeks. The full effect will be achieved within 4-6 months after surgery.
Please note that some people may still need to wear glasses or contact lenses following
their procedure.
A simple examination will reveal if you are a candidate for Corneal Rings.
Contact the Clearview Institute
for a simple eye examination.
Phakic Intraocular
A surgical procedure used to correct nearsightedness (myopia between -6 and -20
diopters), Phakic Intraocular is where an additional lens made of thin material
is implanted into the eye to reduce the need for contact lenses or glasses. These
implants last indefinitely - and because they are not biodegradable, there is no
need to replace them.
Phakic Intraocular makes sense when a patient is not a good candidate for laser
because they do not have enough corneal tissue.
The Clearview Institute uses two styles of lenses for this procedure - Intraocular
Contact Lenses (ICL) and Arteflex/Verisyse Lenses. In both cases, a small opening
is made in the eye for placement. But the fluid does not get lost.
ICL Lenses sit behind the pupil but in front of the lens of the eye. They need to
be fitted perfectly so that they do not touch your pupil or your lens.
Arteflex/Verisyse Lenses sit right in front of the pupil and are fixated to the
iris. And they require a large incision for placement. This type of lens is used
when there is some uncertainty as to whether you will have the right sizing to fill
the space behind the pupil.
A simple examination will reveal if you are a candidate for Phakic Intraocular.
Contact the Clearview Institute
for a simple eye examination.
Refractive Lens Exchange
Let's say you have a reading problem, but you have some hazing or a cataract.
Refractive Lens Exchange may be the right vision solution for you.
The lens in your eye is replaced with a new lens with multi-focal capability. Or
it can be replaced with an accommodating lens. Both allow you to focus at different
distances and make your spectacle more independent. The new lens stays in place,
with no rings and no holes.
The Clearview Institute will determine which type of refractive lens works best
for you. What's more, it's important to note that laser eye surgery is often
an essential part of refractive lens exchange to fine-tune your vision.
A simple examination will reveal if you are a candidate for Refractive Lens Exchange.
Contact the Clearview Institute
for a simple eye examination.
Cataracts and Near Vision Restoration
Vision Correction Uniquely Designed for Those 50 Years and Older Reduce your dependence
on eyeglasses!
Most people over 50 have two things in common. They all have presbyopia, (farsightedness
due to weakened muscle elasticity in the eye) and they have, or will develop cataracts.
Advancements in lens implant and laser surgery technology have made personalized
vision correction and a reduced dependence on eyeglasses a real option for people
over 50.
How are cataracts treated?
A leader in cataract treatment.
Intraocular Lens Implant
Crystalline lens is removed.
New IOL is inserted.
Cataract treatments are the most commonly performed procedures worldwide, with about
15 million completed each year. At Clearview Vision Institute we offer our
patients the option of cataract treatment to restore good vision at a distance,
or to treat both the cataract and presbyopia with a procedure we call Near Vision
Restoration. Both involve removing your natural crystalline lens and replacing it
with a high-resolution lens called an intraocular lens (IOL) implant. Today’s IOLs
are designed to more closely mimic the performance of a young, healthy eye.
What is the right option?
Let Us Help Design a Vision Correction Plan Specifically For You
The Clearview team of experts are here to help you make the right vision correction
decision based on your individual lifestyle and vision goals.
- Traditional intraocular lens (IOL) implant: This type of IOL will
correct blurry vision caused by cataracts and restore good distance vision for most
people. However, this type of lens does not provide correction of near vision or
astigmatism. You will still need to wear eyeglasses after your cataract procedure.
- High-resolution IOL implant: These lenses are designed to provide
sharp vision in a range of light conditions, such as driving at night or dusk, or
reading a menu in a dim restaurant. These lenses can correct astigmatism, and most
people see well enough at a distance to function without eyeglasses during activities
like driving or playing golf. You will, however, need eyeglasses for nearsighted
activities like reading or working on a computer.
- Presbyopia-correcting IOL implant: A high-resolution, presbyopia-correcting
IOL can restore clear distance vision as well as provide Near Vision Restoration
for reading and using a computer. In most cases, patients with Near Vision Restoration
(IOLs) can perform most of their daily activities without dependence on eyeglasses.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact
us - a Clearview Vision Institute consultant will be happy to assist you.
Corneal Crosslinking
Clearview Provides An Innovative New Treatment
Clearview Vision Institute, a leader in Personal Vision Correction, offers the innovative
and advanced technique of Corneal Crosslinking for the treatment of Keratoconus
and Keratectasia. With our clinical expertise and state-of-the-art equipment,
Clearview offers the highest and safest success rate you will find anywhere.
Cross Linking is performed with the Peschke UV Illumination system and Riboflavin
drops. This initiates molecular cross linking of the corneal collagen to slow down
or stop the thinning of the cornea. This exciting new treatment will help to prevent
the necessity of a future corneal transplant.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact
us - a Clearview Vision Institute consultant will be happy to assist you.