Problems with vision have become a increasing problem in the U.S and abroad. Though with advanced technologies it is getting easier and easier to fix. Many people who have been diagnosed with Keratoconus or simply want to improve their nearsightedness are now finding it beneficial to get Intacs corneal implants. There are many who have opted to get Intacs instead of undergoing surgery.

Below are some of the great benefits to using Intacs:

Intacs are removable giving you no changes or permanent alteration to your eyes.

Intacs give you the option to change methods later in life.

You have a lot less maintenance with Intacs then the average contact.

It doesn’t permanently change the shape of your cornea like laser eye surgery.

The use of Intacs are truly beneficial to your vision and overall well being. Intacs provide you with options in the future. The laser surgery can cause problems later in your vision because the shape of the cornea is altered and since it is altered it can not be reversed if you decide to change your mind later. Or if you vision changes as it usually does. The importance of leaving these options open may not be visible to you now but later you may have a change of heart and eye surgery can’t be undone.

Safety Information on Intacs:

The use of the intact implants have been approved by the FDA. There has been much research conducted on the use of Intacs. The research has stretched over many years and is still proving to be more effective. Intacs are not a cure all for all problems of vision, and some may not benefit from them at all. Intacs are a good choice for people who have the disease keratoconus to help stabilize the cornea.

The Process-

Intacs are made very thin and can be placed under the cornea which will give you a better experience. Since the Intacs are placed below the nerves it is not irritating to you or your eye. It is a simple procedure done as an out patient. Once they are placed under the cornea the doctor will reshape the cornea. They do not have to touch the cornea itself and reshaping sharpens your vision and gives you a clearer picture.

The Results-

This great technology gives you the option to change as your vision changes. It doesn’t permanently alter your cornea or overall eye and can be taken out if you wish to have it removed later. The percentage of patients that get Intacs for nearsighted and have 20/20 vision is around 90%. Not all people get those kind of results. However almost all nearsighted patients have enough improvement to no longer need their glasses for seeing at a distance. The option of Intacs is a great one for those suffering with degenerative diseases like Keratoconus to help stabilize their vision. The patients that experience the most freedom from contacts and glasses with INTACS are those patients who have healthy normal eyes, just a mild or moderate amount of nearsightedness.

Tags: C3-R, Collagen crosslinking, Intacs, Keratoconus, Keratoconus Inserts

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