Conductive Keratoplasty - CK

Conductive Keratoplasty

Reduce your need for reading glasses with the first non-laser vision procedure for people over 40. Conductive Keratoplasty can reduce or eliminate low to moderate amounts of farsightedness and offer those who have difficulty seeing small print the opportunity to read again without bifocals or reading glasses.

What is CK?

Conductive Keratoplasty is a low risk, minimally invasive option for treating presbyopia and/or farsightedness. CK uses the controlled release of radiofrequency energy to reshape the cornea.

CK is performed using a small probe, thinner that a strand of human hair. The probe is applied in a circular pattern to the inner corneal tissue to make it shrink. In just a few minutes a band of tightening steepens the curvature of the cornea and increases its focusing power.

Who should have CK?

CK is usually best suited for those who are over 40 years of age who had good vision until they reached their forties. It's for people who don't want to put up with the constant hassle of reading glasses or bifocals.

Realistic Expectations

The decision to have CK is an important one that only you can make. The goal of CK is to turn back the clock and restore your vision to where it was when you were in your thirties and reduce or eliminate you need for reading glasses. How far the clock turns back depends on how your eye responds and how it heals. Unfortunately, the clock never stops. As your eyes continue to age, you may require additional treatment in the future.

Complications with CK are extremely rare. It is considered to be a safe and effective procedure, but like any medical procedure, it does have some risks. You will be given information about potential risks and side effects of CK prior to signing a consent form to have the procedure. Be sure you have all you questions answered to your satisfaction.