cornea
cornea
If your vision has been impaired by a damaged cornea, Bellasee’s team of expert eye surgery specialists can help. Our cutting-edge cornea transplant techniques involve replacing damaged tissue with healthy donor tissue to help improve your sight or relieve any pain.
Minimally invasive cornea transplant surgery
Keratoconus management
Cornea Dystrophy management
Collagen cross-linking
Advanced dry eye management
Amniotic membrane placement
Pterygium removal
Cornea ulcer management
Comprehensive eye examination
who we are
Cornea surgeons are fellowship trained in the art of cornea management and transplantation. Following general training, a cornea surgeon completes an additional one year of training specifically in the field of cornea and external disease
what we treat
Expert in cornea transplantation(all types) as well as the treatment of common cornea conditions such as dry eye syndrome, contact lens related ulcerations and overwear, inherited dystrophies, and degenerations.
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FAQ's
What are the most common types of cornea transplant?
Penetrating keratoplasty (full-thickness cornea transplantation), DSEK and DMEK (partial thickness cornea transplantation of the innermost layer of the cornea)
What is collagen crosslinking
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) and UV light (370nm) are applied to the cornea to help stiffen the collagen and slow or stop the progression of abnormal cornea steepening.
Do I need a matched donor for my transplant?
No, cornea transplantation does not require a matched donor.
How long is a typical vision recovery after a transplant?
This varies based on the type of transplant undertaken and the individual patient. Time can range from very quickly(weeks) for thinner transplants (DMEK) to a year for full-thickness transplantation.
Can I wear contact lenses after a cornea transplant?
Yes, contact lenses can be worn, but only after being given the okay by your transplant surgeon.
Will my eye color change?
No, having a cornea transplant does not change your eye color. The eye color is determined by the color of the iris.
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