What is NearVision(SM) CK(R)?

NearVision(SM) CK(R) (Conductive Keratoplasty(R)) can change how the eye focuses light by reshaping the cornea to improve near vision. It uses a controlled release of radiofrequency (RF) energy to shrink corneal tissue, 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. CK(R) is usually performed on only one eye and is designed to reduce the dependence on reading glasses. It is safer, simpler and less expensive than LASIK and involves no lasers and no cutting of the eye. It takes less than 5 minutes to perform and only eye drops are required to numb the eyes. The vision is usually quite good for reading the next morning. Previous LASIK patients who now require reading glasses are also good candidates

If you've been afraid of surgery, but still want to temporarily reduce your dependence on reading glasses or other corrective lenses, NearVision(SM) CK(R) (Conductive Keratoplasty(R)) may be the right choice for you. It's a quick procedure with no cutting involved. You don't even have to go to an outpatient surgery center. It can be performed in as little as three minutes in your doctor's office.

How the procedure is performed:
NearVision(SM) CK(R) uses a pen-shaped instrument with a cool tip as thin as a human hair. After application of anesthetic eye drops, your doctor 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. A device called a "speculum" is inserted to hold your eye open during the procedure.

NearVision(SM) CK(R) 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. Vision begins improving in about a week's time.

The results:
NearVision(SM) CK(R) modifies the topographical (surface) curvature of the cornea, making it temporarily 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(R) procedure (12-month follow-up data).



Is NearVision(SM) CK(R) Right for Me?

NearVision(SM) CK(R) is intended for people over the age of 40 who need reading glasses (clinically termed "presbyopia") and people with farsightedness (clinically termed "hyperopia"). CK(R) 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(SM) CK(R) if you:

* Are over age 40
* Had great vision your whole life
* Require reading glasses to compensate for fading near vision

To determine if NearVision(SM) CK(R) is right for you, call or visit Dr. Salz to discuss the complete list of indications and contraindications.



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