A bi annual cleaning and polishing of your prosthetic eye(s) are essential for maintaining hygiene, comfort, and aesthetics, as well as promoting the overall health of your eye socket and you!
A traditional prosthetic eye is a custom-made ocular prosthesis designed to replace a missing or damaged eye for individuals who have undergone enucleation, evisceration, or have a blind, disfigured eye. It is crafted to closely resemble the natural eye, restoring symmetry and enhancing the wearer’s appearance.
A “Custom Alternative Prosthetic Eye” , also known as, “cool eye” or “fun eye” refers to an artificial eye that is designed to be playful, creative, or whimsical. While traditional prosthetic eyes aim for a natural look. “Cool eyes” may feature unique designs, colors, or patterns to express the wearer's personality or interests. These could include eyes with cartoon characters, sports team logos, animal prints, or other creative motifs. “Cool eyes” can help embrace Individuality.
These devices serve different purposes depending on the individual's specific needs and circumstances, and they are all designed to improve comfort, function, and aesthetics following eye loss or injury.
Scleral shells are a specific type of ocular prosthesis that are fit and fabricated over the person's existing eye. These prostheses cover the entire surface of a cosmetically blemished eye. A scleral shell helps protects and cushions a sensitive or irregular eye surface. The shell can promote eyelid function and tear distribution, which helps maintain the overall health of the remaining eye structures.
These are temporary prosthetic devices used to maintain the shape of the eye socket following surgery. Conformers prevent the eye socket from shrinking or contracting during the healing process after surgery. They are customized to fit the individual's eye socket.
Ocularists play a vital role in helping individuals achieve improved appearance, comfort, and confidence following eye loss or injury.
Ocularists assess the individual's eye socket, facial structure, and specific needs to determine the most suitable prosthetic solution.
Adjustments to prosthetic eyes are sometimes needed to ensure they are comfortable, aligned correctly, and look natural. Changes in the socket, wear and tear, or cosmetic preferences may require minor adjustments to the prosthetic eye.
When someone experiences changes in the shape or size of their eye socket, it can impact how their prosthetic eye fits, feels and looks. A build-up involves adding material to the prosthetic eye to adapt to these changes. This ensures the prosthetic eye remains comfortable, stays in place securely, and maintains a natural appearance. It's a way to address shifts in the underlying anatomy while optimizing comfort and aesthetics for the individual.
We offer guidance and support to help individuals adjust to wearing a prosthetic eye, including proper care techniques and strategies for managing any challenges or concerns.
Ocularists may collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as ophthalmologists or surgeons, to ensure comprehensive care for individuals with eye-related conditions.
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