Other Corneal
Procedures

Corneal scarring can develop from a variety of eye diseases, but are most commonly caused by injuries to the eye or infections on the cornea. Corneal infections can occur in the form of viruses (most common), bacteria, parasites or fungi. They may also be related to contact lens-wear. After healing from trauma or a corneal infection, scarring may persist. In the event that it leaves a vision deficit, there are several treatment options to consider. Newer technology with laser treatments, called “Phototherapeutic Keratectomy” (PTK), is able to polish off opacities while smoothing out the distorted shape cornea caused by the scarring. This laser is the same type of excimer laser technology used in advanced LASIK procedures. Advanced diagnostic imaging will help design the customized treatment profile for any particular scar based on the location and extent of the damage caused from the scarring. By design, PTK will also decrease your dependence on glasses or contact lenses. This is excellent news for patients who have corneal scarring from trouble with contacts. The other healthy eye will usually be treated simultaneously with LASIK to eliminate the need for returning contact lenses altogether. Dr. Rush has been a pioneer with researching and developing s(https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Rush+SW&cauthor_id=29338851)ome of the advanced techniques using PTK for corneal scarring.

The cornea is the front, clear window of the eye that allow light to enter and focus on the retinal nerve tissue in the back of the eye. There are many conditions that may cause such extensive damage to the cornea that it will require a corneal transplantation. Corneal transplant surgery requires the removal of the diseased and damaged cornea and replacing with a healthy, cadaver donor tissue from an eye bank. We have developed an excellent relationship with Miracles in Sight w(https://www.miraclesinsight.org/)hich is one of the world’s most renowned centers. ​​

Pterygium surgery is a procedure performed to remove noncancerous growths on the surface of the eye that are related to sun exposure. Not all cases of a pterygium cause noticeable visual symptoms. They are usually viewable by looking closely at your eyes through a normal mirror. Pterygium can cause irritation on the surface of the eye, and the vision can be blurry and distorted in more advanced cases of overgrowth. Pterygium surgery is a minimally invasive takes 10 minutes to perform.