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Conductive Keratoplasty (CK)
 
Are you tired of your reading glasses?
 
We’re pleased to offer you a new refractive procedure that addresses the needs for those who have had great vision until they reach their 40’s and now struggle with reading glasses.
Our new Conductive KeratoplastySM (CKSM) procedure is specifically designed for these patients and takes just three minutes in our office.
It’s an affordable way to serve more conservative patients otherwise hesitant about vision procedures because CK uses controlled radio frequency (RF) energy instead of a laser.
CK is a new non-laser procedure that changes how the eye focuses light by reshaping the cornea. A controlled release of RF energy heats and shrinks the corneal tissue, which steepens the cornea. This steepening results in the desired refractive effect. Typically, the procedure takes just three minutes in our office with only a topical (eye drop) anesthesia.
 
The criteria for being a CK candidate are the following:
  • Are you over 45?
  • Have you had great vision at distance all your life without glasses or contacts?
  • Are you tired of your reading glasses?
If you answered, “Yes” to these questions and would like to set up a free consultation please call (915) 533-1999 for more information.
 
Here are some Frequently Asked Questions about CK® (Conductive Keratoplasty):
 
How is CK performed?
CK uses radio waves, instead of a laser or scalpel, to reshape the cornea and bring near vision back into focus. CK is performed using a small probe, thinner than a strand of human hair, that releases radio waves. The probe is applied in a circular pattern on the outer cornea to shrink small areas of collagen. This circular shrinkage pattern creates a constrictive band (like the tightening of a belt), increasing the overall curvature of the cornea. The procedure, which takes less than three minutes, is done in-office with only topical anesthesia (eye drops).
 
Is radio frequency (RF) energy safe for use on the eye?
Yes. The use of RF energy is one of today's most advanced surgical techniques. In addition to its use in CK, RF technology is being used in prostate cancer therapy, back surgery, even cardiovascular procedures.
 
Will my vision fluctuate after CK is performed?
Most patients will experience mild fluctuation in their vision after the procedure, but few notice it. Any fluctuation will usually subside within a few weeks. Patients who have a procedure to steepen the cornea (presbyopia or hyperopia), regardless of the procedure, usually require a longer stabilization period than those who receive a treatment that flattens the cornea (myopia).
 
How soon can I return to work?
With CK, the majority of patients are able to return to work and other normal activities the day after the procedure. Although recovery is fairly quick, it is advisable to be careful with your eyes and to avoid strain. Those whose jobs demand intense clarity of vision (such as dentistry, surgery or computer work) may want to give their eyes some extra rest for several days following the procedure before going back to work.
 
 
 
 

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