Macular degeneration or age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a medical condition that results in a loss of vision in the center of the visual field due to damage of the retina. The macula is what allows you to tasks such
The American Society of Ocularists (ASO) is an international, non-profit, professional and educational organization founded in 1957 by medical professionals specializing in the fabricating and fitting of custom-made prosthetic eyes. The organization was developed to advance the methods, techniques, and
A stock artificial eye is, as the name suggest, a mass produced prosthesis of general specifications for size, shape, and iris color. These “ready-made” prosthetic eyes are not recommended for any patient due to their lack of individual characteristics. Unlike
The retina is a light-sensitive layer of tissue lining the back wall of the inside of the eye. This important part of the optical system is responsible for translating images into neural impulses, which are then transmitted to the brain
Although your board certified ocularist will try their best to deliver the most naturally appearing prosthetic eye, there are times where additional surgery can be utilized to improve the cosmesis. At Ocular Prosthetics, Inc. we work closely with a number
The cornea, a clear dome-shaped area covering the front of the visual eye components, is responsible for more than just providing a protective barrier. In order to effectively pass and bend light from a person’s surroundings to form a focused
Glaucoma is a general term for a group of eye disorders characterized by pressure related optic neuropathy. This disease can permanently damage vision in the affected eye, leading to blindness, if not properly treated. Worldwide, glaucoma is the second-leading cause
There are a number of physiological and environmental factors that cause your prosthetic eye to tear more than your natural eye. The primary reason you may experience routine eye discharge can be attributed to the anatomy of the anophthalmic, absent
Evisceration surgery is a type of ocular surgery performed by an oculoplastic surgeon. The surgery is characterized by removal of the eye’s contents, leaving the scleral shell and extraocular muscles intact. This type of surgery is performed on patients suffering
