Frequently
Asked Questions
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What problems should I expect in the artificial eye? |
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Ideally
a well fitting artificial eye should not cause any problems
after initial period of acclimatization by the eye tissues,
However there may be mild discomfort due to lack of lubrication
in some cases and any tear supplement should take care
of the situation. Occasionally the socket may get infected
due to poor hygiene and it needs to be examined and treated
with suitable antibiotics. |
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Can I take parts in sports? |
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Yes,
but be careful to keep your normal eye as well as artificial
eye protected with protective spectacles made up of Polycarbonate.
You can even go for swimming but make sure you are wearing
swimming goggles to protect the artificial eye from being
lost in the swimming pool. |
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My
eyelids do not close over the artificial eye completely.
What extra precaution should I take? |
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You should use an oil based lubricants (like Caster oil,
or Silicon Oil) to keep the front surface of the eye clean
and lubricated. |
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How soon a child born with microphthalmia or anophthalmia
should start wearing prosthesis? |
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Child born with Microphthalmia or anophthalmia should
start wearing prosthesis as soon as possible to prevent
socket contraction and help expand the socket if present.
We have fitted a custom conformer as soon as 6 week of
life to start the process of socket expansion. |
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Schematic diagram of stock and custom
artificial eye to highlight the differences
between stock/readymade eyes and custom artificial eyes. |
