A prosthetic eye is applied to a blind eye. The eye is blind and has no perception of light. A person uses a prosthetic eye to feel better socially and psychologically.
If a person has lost an eye, there's a space large enough to fit a prosthetic eye, and there's no tenderness or pain after the prosthetic eye is inserted, the person can use a thin, lid-shaped prosthetic eye. If the person has tenderness or pain in their eye, and there's no space in their eye to accommodate the prosthetic, they should undergo PROSTHETIC EYE SURGERY. The lid-shaped prosthetic, designed to mimic the person's healthy eye, is placed directly over the eye.
It is held in place within the eye by the upper and lower lids. It is removed when necessary. The prosthesis is then properly cleaned and then reinserted. The prosthesis remains in the eye throughout the day and night. It is removed only for cleaning.
After our evaluation in prosthetic eye surgery, the prosthetic eye is prepared with the selected method.
A properly sized BALL is inserted into the eye. The ball is life-long unless there are major problems. The ball is made of a material that is fully compatible with the human body.
There is a one-month wait following the ball-shaped eye surgery. After Op. Dr. Can Pamukcu's postoperative evaluation of the healing of the intraocular tissue and approval, the prosthetic eye is fabricated. The prosthetic eye, which is made to match the color and size of the other eye, is then refined until it best fits and closely resembles the other eye when viewed from the front.
At our eye prosthesis center, a mold is taken of the individual for a custom prosthetic eye. The patient's eye color, sclera color, and vascular structure are carefully studied.
At 1 month after surgery and Op. Dr. Can PamukcuAfter evaluation and approval by the doctor, a mold of the prosthetic eye can be taken. The patient's eye is filled with a fluid material. A wax mold is then used to create a mold of the eye. This procedure is not painful.
The fit and natural appearance of a cast depend on how and by whom the cast is made. Experience, competence, and foresight are crucial in creating the cast. Therefore, the experience and foresight of the prosthetist determine the suitability, comfort, and natural appearance of the prosthesis the patient will wear in the future.
The goal is to create a product with the same fundamental characteristics. However, as it should be explained to the patient from the outset, the patient's prosthetic eye will never be identical to the person's healthy eye. The goal is to achieve the closest possible image. The natural eye is a living tissue structure, while the prosthetic eye is an acrylic structure made by a human being.
The closer the visual acuity of a prosthetic eye is to that of a healthy eye, the more natural the appearance will be. The standard social distance of 2-3 meters is to ensure that the person across from the patient cannot focus on the prosthetic eye. If the person the patient is interacting with is not focusing on the prosthetic eye and is not noticeable, the prosthetic eye appears natural. However, any prosthetic eye can be seen from a distance of approximately 40 cm. This is due to its lack of lifelike appearance and lack of light transmission. Furthermore, deformities in the eye structure, which may arise from various causes, can hinder the natural appearance.
If a deformity is present, the goal is for the prosthetic eye to appear as natural as possible. The goal is for the patient to perceive the prosthesis as a real eye, but to think that the eyelid is simply deformed.
The use of color-coded glasses prevents focusing on the prosthetic eye. They also prevent factors that could damage the healthy eye. They are beneficial for all prosthetic eye patients.
The extent to which the prosthesis will move is determined by the condition of the patient's eye muscles, the surgeries he or she has undergone, and the prosthetic eye mold to be taken.
The prosthetic eye's movement isn't as fast as the healthy eye. It's slightly slower. It can't make very sharp or rapid movements. It can only move an average of 120-150 degrees from right to left and up and down. There's no standard for prosthetic eye movement.
Another factor is how and by how experienced an individual the prosthetic mold is made. Depending on the mold alone, the prosthetic may not move at all even if the eye muscles are active. The experience and foresight of the person creating the mold determines how much movement the prosthetic will have.
Prosthetic eye construction time varies. A prosthesis can be manufactured in a day or a week. Generally, the shorter the time, the less likely it is that a natural look will be achieved. A natural look is usually achieved through detailed work.
A quality prosthesis requires at least 3-4 days. The average time required is one week. The maximum time depends on the individual's condition.
This period may be longer in patients with deformities. Sometimes, a waiting period with a temporary prosthesis may be necessary. If changes in the patient's condition and recovery are anticipated, follow-up is important. The waiting period is determined by your physician.
A prosthetic eye is made of acrylic. The lifespan of acrylic is approximately five years. Prosthetic use can be extended for an additional one to two years, but the patient may experience increased symptoms of redness, crusting, pain, and itching.
Dentures become dull and rough after use for more than five years. If the denture is older than five years, it needs to be replaced. If it is younger than five years, polishing maintenance is necessary.
Approximately 8-12 months after a person begins using a prosthetic eye, the eyelids may begin to become dull due to friction. The prosthesis must be repolished.
There are two main reasons why an eye prosthesis can dry out. The first is insufficient tear secretion. The second is poor surface integrity or roughness.
