What do you want to know about CK eye treatment for reading glasses?
See below for all the most frequently asked questions on CK eye surgery. If you have any further queries, please call Horizon Eye Centre in London on 08450 725 725
For more information on CK radio wave treatment, please see our sister site :
www.CK-treatment.com
How much does CK eye treatment cost?
CK radio eye treatment pricing is similar to our laser correction, and works out around £1.50 per day for many people. Treatment is £1295 per eye. You will need a comprehensive consultation with a consultant ophthalmologist, which will last approximately 90 minutes and will cost £95. You can pay with either cheque, bankers draft or any major credit or debit card. One third of people only need one eye treating.
Is CK eye correction permanent?
The FDA official studies of more than 400 patients have showed good stability to date, after more than 2 years since treatment. One important fact is that longsight and presbyopia (needing reading glasses) tends to progress with age so in years to come a top-up procedure may be needed. As someone commented, We can turn the clock right back but we cant stop it ticking. It is easy to apply additional CK to the cornea and is no more difficult than the original 3-5 minute treatment.
Is CK eye treatment reversible?
As above, CK seems to be long-lasting in its effects, although long term studies arent yet available. the treatment is not in itself reversible. Although it is possible to use traditional laser vision correction to reshape the cornea and undo the effect, CK should be considered irreversible. Because of this, each patient should discuss his or her options fully with Mr. Allamby before going ahead.
What are the risks and side effects of CK eye correction?
Being minimally invasive the procedure has very few surgical complications. More than 400 treatments were performed in the formal FDA studies of the effectiveness and safety of CK prior to its approval in April 2002. No patient had a serious complication or lost significant best corrected vision. It is because of this high safety profile that many patients are comfortable coming forward to have CK. These patients like CK because a) there is no blade used, b) no laser is needed, c) no tissue is removed, and d) the important central corneal line of sight isn't touched. You may experience some foreign body sensation, tearing or discomfort for the first 24 to 48 hours after the treatment. You may also notice an initial overcorrection for the first week or two, allowing you to see clearly up close, but with some blurring of your distance vision. Some patients experience halos and glare around lights at night for the first few weeks.
Will my vision improve immediately after CK treatment?
Patients normally notice an improvement in near vision immediately after treatment. It can take a week or so for the vision to settle down, and some fluctuations can continue for a few weeks, as the cornea adjusts to its new shape and reach the final level of correction.
When can I go back to work?
Most patients find they are able to go back to work and perform normal activities by the following day. While recovery is very quick, it is still advisable to get adequate rest and not strain the eyes unduly. Those people who require very high clarity of vision for their jobs (e.g. dentists, some computer operators) may find work more difficult for a few days afterwards.
Will CK eye treatment hurt?!
CK is considered a painless procedure. You will feel a mild pressure on the eyes, and you will be aware of the small retainer used to keep your eyelids apart during the treatment. Afterwards, most patients feel some grittiness or foreign body sensation. Some patients experience mild discomfort. These symptoms subside after about 24 hours. You will be given drops for the first 1-2 days to keep the eyes comfortable.
What kind of anaesthetic is used?
Topical anaesthetic eye drops are used to fully numb the surface of the eye. The drops achieve their full effect after only a few seconds. No injection is needed.
Will I have to wear eye patches afterwards?
There is no need to wear patches or bandages on the eyes after CK. You should bring a pair of sunglasses with you on the day of treatment to reduce any glare from sunlight. You may have a temporary contact lens inserted to reduce any discomfort. The lens will be removed by the doctor the following day.
Will you treat both eyes on the same day?
If treatment is required on each eye, both can be treated on the same day. Most patients having both eyes done choose this option, because of the minimally invasive nature and high safety profile of CK. Each procedure only takes a few minutes to perform.
Why doesn't CK eye treatment need a laser?
Laser eye correction works by vapourizing and so removing tissue, reshaping the cornea to provide a new focus. Laser treatment works best for shortsight, for which it was originally developed. CK reshapes the front of the eye by an entirely different method: the application of low-level radiofrequency (RF) energy to specific spots around the edge of the cornea. This causes peripheral collagen to shrink and contract, like a belt being tightened, steepening the central cornea into a new focus.
How do you apply the radio wave energy?
The radiofrequency energy comes from the CK machine to a small pen. The tip is thinner than a single human hair, and passes under the corneal surface by less than half a millimetre. The pen conducts the radio wave energy to cause contraction of collagen and to reshape the cornea.
Are there any restrictions after having CK eye correction?
Like all vision correction procedures, you will have to take certain precautions to protect your eyes. You should avoid getting any potentially contaminated water in your eyes for the first 7 days. This includes saunas, Jacuzzis, swimming pools, rivers and the sea. Keep your eyes closed while taking a shower for the first few days. Avoid getting any soap in your eyes. You may do mild exercise after 3-4 days, but should avoid getting sweat into the eyes for at least one week. Avoid rubbing your eyes for two weeks and use no eye makeup for 7 days.
Can CK treatment guarantee me 20/20 vision?
No vision correction procedure can guarantee 20/20 vision, including CK. Clinical studies showed that 92% of patients with mild to moderate longsight at or close to 20/20 sufficient to be able to drive without glasses.
What is blended vision?
With CK treatment for reading vision, the non-dominant eye is corrected to give good reading vision while the other dominant eye has full distance vision. Both eyesare still used together for good distance vision. The bonus is that the correction for reading allows you to read a newspaper, menu etc. without the need to put on the granny glasses! More than 90% of patients can fully enjoy the benefits of CK blended vision and be unaware of how the eyes are working together. They simply can see well for both distance AND near vision! This is very different from the effect of monovision produced by using contact lenses which is often not tolerated well by many patients. CK eye treatment has a very powerful effect to improve the optics of the eyes.
Can CK eye treatment correct short sight?
No. CK works by steeping the cornea and correcting longsight. Shortsight must be corrected by flattening the cornea. LASEK or LASIK laser eye treatment are the most effective ways to do this.
Will I ever need glasses or contact lenses again?
The great majority of CK patients do not need corrective lenses of any kind after the procedure. However, according to your age and type of refractive error, you may need additional correction (CK, glasses, bifocals) at some point in the future. This is due to the eye continuing to change as you get older. Fortunately, CK can be repeated in most cases.
What do I do next?
Please call our clinic today on 08450 725 725 and one of our team will talk to you briefly to help you know whether you may be suitable, and possible avoid an unnecessary journey. If you wish to proceed, we will arrange to see you for a full consultation. (You should have someone come with you, so that they may drive you home.)
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