How do You Know if CK is the Right Procedure?

Dr. Carter uses CK (conductive keratoplasty) to reshape the cornea and improve vision. CK uses a very small instrument to apply radio waves to the outer parts of the cornea in a ring-like pattern. The radio waves change the corneal shape, allowing you to focus better on close range images. The in-office procedure is painless and takes less than five minutes to complete. Your central cornea remains completely untouched, so there are minimal risks
for the CK procedure.

CK Candidates

CK is most often used for patients over 40 who have presbyopia and need reading glasses or who are farsighted (unable to clearly see images up close). If you are in good health and have no previous history of vision problems, you could be a candidate for CK.

The CK procedure can also be performed if you have had prior LASIK surgery, but now require reading glasses. Dr. Carter will conduct additional tests to determine if you are a good candidate and how much corneal modification would be needed to improve your near vision.
The CK Procedure

CK does not require a surgical facility. Prior to your procedure, your eye will be completely numbed with eye drop anesthesia. You'll be asked to look at a microscope light and your eye will be marked with a sequence of dots. Dr. Carter will touch the dots with the probe, making a full circle around the border of your cornea. There may be eight to 32 points, depending upon the amount of correction you need.

Some people choose "blended vision" where Conductive Keratoplasty (CK) is used to modify one eye for near vision and the other is left untreated for far vision. If you are not sure which option is right for you, Dr. Carter can help you make the best choice for your lifestyle and needs.
Making the Choice

If you are farsighted or depend on reading glasses, CK could be a viable treatment option. If your vision falls within the range of correction for CK, Dr. Carter will conduct a comprehensive eye examination to determine the health of your eyes. From there, you can both discuss the benefits of CK to decide if it is right for you.

If you would like to ask more questions or schedule an eye exam, please contact our Dallas, Texas vision care office today.