What is an Ocular Prosthesis?

An artificial eye is implanted in patients who have lost their eye due to trauma, surgery, cancer, or have shrunken, damaged eyes (phthisical eyes), congenital absence (anophthalmos), or abnormally small-sized eyes (microphthalmos) with no visual potential. Trust our expertise to provide you with the best possible solution for your eye care needs.

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Caring for and Cleaning your Prosthesis

Prepare the area to ensure cleanliness and to avoid dropping down the sink
Wash hands thoroughly
Use a mild hand soap, such as baby shampoo, and water
Rub the artificial eye well between the palm of your hands ensuring you cover all surfaces
If you notice heavy deposits or filminess on the eye you can use a warm cloth to lightly remove the deposits
Rinse completely and reinsert. There is no need to dry the eye before putting it back in, the moisture on the surface will aid in insertion. Some patients will find this a good opportunity to apply specific lubricants such as Systane Ultra, Refresh Optive, Refresh Liquigel or Sil-Ophtho.

Polishing the eye

Periodic Cleanings and Polishings will be needed to ensure a healthy eye socket and eyelids while maintaining good comfort, condition and cosmesis of the prosthesis. Over time the prosthesis will become scratched and dull with buildup and other films on the surface of the prosthesis. This build up prevents the prosthesis from being lubricated evenly and causes irritation to the eyelids. Increased irritation to the lids will cause excessive discharge and decreased comfort and cosmesis. Chronic inflammation and irritation can cause permanent changes to the lids and surrounding tissues. Cleanings and Polishings should occur every 3-6 months to ensure a healthy socket and avoid complications and infections. The periodic polishing will include an evaluation of the health of the socket and eyelids as well as the fit and appearance of your ocular prosthetic, ensuring that it is always looking and feeling as good as possible.

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Ocular Prosthesis

What is an Ocular Prosthesis?

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Caring for and Cleaning your Prosthesis

Polishing the eye

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