Conductive Keratoplasty (CK) - get rid of those reading glasses

NearVision CK (Conductive Keratoplasty) truly represents a significant advancement in vision improvement technology that was developed specifically for patients over 45 who are tired of their reading glasses.

NearVision CK can change how the eye focuses light by reshaping the cornea (the front clear portion of the eye) to improve near vision. It uses a controlled release of radiofrequency (RF) energy to shrink corneal collagen, which steepens the cornea. This steepening creates a safe and predictable modification to the topographical (surface) curvature of the cornea for the temporary reduction of presbyopic and hyperopic symptoms. In plain English, this means you won't need to use your reading glasses like you used to.

How the procedure is performed

NearVision CK uses a pen-shaped instrument with a cool tip as thin as a human hair. After application of anesthetic eye drops, our doctors will apply radiofrequency (RF) energy in a circular pattern. This pattern is applied in the periphery of the cornea and therefore minimizes interference with your line of sight.

NearVision CK is considered painless. Once finished, you don't have to wear a patch and can usually return to work the next day. During the first 24 to 48 hours after the procedure, you may experience some mild discomfort, including a foreign-object sensation or "scratchiness" in the eye. Comfortable reading vision begins improving in about a week's time.

The results

NearVision CK modifies the topographical (surface) curvature of the cornea, making it steeper and improving near vision. In FDA clinical studies, 98% of patients were able to read newspaper-size print without reading glasses after the CK procedure (12-month follow-up data). The procedure in essence turns back the clock and reduces your need for reading glasses. It cannot however, stop the clock from ticking, thus normal aging changes in your eyes will still occur.

Is CK Right for Me?

NearVision CK is intended for people over the age of 40 who need reading glasses (clinically termed "presbyopia") and people with farsightedness (clinically termed "hyperopia"). CK is not intended for people with nearsightedness (clinically termed "myopia"). All patients considering vision improvement should undergo a complete examination by a doctor prior to the procedure.

You're likely a good candidate for NearVision CK if you:

Are over age 45, had great vision you whole life, and require reading glasses to compensate for fading near vision.