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When Are Scleral Lenses The Best Option for Keratoconus? Scleral lenses have become a primary contact lens option for keratoconus. They can be used for mild to moderate cases but are especially effective when keratoconus is advanced or other contact lenses fail. Scleral lenses offer unique advantages over other keratoconus contact lens options. Because they […]

CLEI has pioneered some of the most significant advancements in vision correction technology. One such advancement is the integration of wavefront technology into scleral lenses. Wavefront technology, originally developed for astronomy, has revolutionized the way eye care professionals can assess and correct visual aberrations. By applying this technology to scleral lenses to further enhance the […]

Ocular surface disease is a term that encompasses a multitude of disease states, each with its own set of serious symptoms and potential complications. Patients with this kind of disease may experience breakdown of their corneal tissue, dry eyes, and other symptoms that put their vision at risk and degrade their quality of life.  If […]

Myopia: Understanding the Impact of Axial Length on Your Lifetime Vision What is Myopia and How Does it Develop? Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, is a refractive error that makes it difficult to see distant objects but easy to see near objects. It’s a widespread condition affecting millions of people throughout the world. The reason […]

Corneal Tissue Addition Keratoplasty (CTAK) is a novel tissue addition technique that improves corneal curvature and vision for patients with keratoconus. Keratoconus is characterized by thinning of the cornea resulting in a steep cone shape and irregular astigmatism. In technical terms, CTAK is a form of lamellar keratoplasty where a customized sterilized corneal stromal inlay […]

When performed by a skilled surgeon, LASIK eye surgery is a safe, effective, and long-lasting procedure. Here at the Cornea and Laser Eye Institute, our doctors have performed this surgery thousands of times with the highest success rates.  Still, it should be noted that a complete recovery takes time. For example, many patients will experience […]

YES! Prism Contact Lenses DO Exist! If you have diplopia and wear glasses with prism (also known as prism glasses) to correct it, you may have wondered if contact lenses with prism exist. This is a little known option, most eye care professionals don’t even know about them, but the answer is YES! Prism contact […]

Introduction to Wavefront Guided Scleral Lenses For patients with complex corneas, such as keratoconus, pellucid marginal degeneration, ectasia, corneal transplants, after LASIK, and more, scleral lenses are lifesavers! They can provide comfort and improved vision when all other contact lens options have failed. However, for some patients, even those with 20/20 vision, the quality of […]

If you’re tired of dealing with the hassle of glasses or the maintenance of contact lenses, you may be considering LASIK eye surgery. LASIK, or Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis, is a popular vision correction procedure that can provide long-term clarity without the need for glasses or contact lenses.  Contact lenses are worn by around 40 million […]

Introduction LASIK surgery is a popular and effective procedure for correcting refractive vision errors. It involves reshaping the corneal tissue using advanced laser technology to improve vision. While LASIK is a common procedure with excellent results, proper postoperative care is crucial to ensure optimal healing and avoid complications. In this comprehensive guide, we will discuss […]