Artificial Eyes
Naturally moving artificial eyes
For people faced with the tragic loss of an eye from trauma, tumor or infection. Dr. Prasad uses the latest biomaterials such as hydroxyapatite to create an aesthetic and functional appearing eye. Hydroxyapatite is a naturally occurring substance that is very well accepted by the body.
The eye muscles are attached to this implant and in most cases coordinate its movement with the functioning eye. State of the art artistic implants are available that can be matched precisely to the functioning eye.
This 44 year old man lost one eye due to complications of diabetes. A naturally moving artificial implant allowed him to maintain a normal appearance.
A successfully implanted artificial eye that moves naturally has helped our patients become more confident about her appearance during social interaction
