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Corneal Transplants
Access the most advanced surgical techniques for corneal transplantation.
What Is a Cornea Disease?
Your eyes see the world, and your cornea is the clear, front window of your eyes. To have good vision, your cornea must be clear and its surface must be optically smooth. By virtue of its shape, your cornea helps to focus your eye.
Corneal problems can take many forms and they all can affect your vision. Problems with your tears, or the way your eyelids blink to wash the surface of your cornea can leave its surface rough and irregular, so you can’t see through it clearly, or it won’t focus correctly. Injuries can leave scars that you can’t see through, or that distort the shape of your cornea. Infections can cause your cornea to ulcerate and scar. Your cornea gets cloudy when its swollen, and stretches out of shape when it’s too thin. All of these problems can lead to poor vision. The key to treatment of these problems is to quickly get an accurate diagnosis and start effective treatment as soon as possible.
Receive expert cornea disease treatment today. Request an appointment today at either our Creve Coeur, MO, or Alton, IL, office.
Corneal Problem Causes
Some corneal problems are hereditary and run in families. Some problems come along with other general health issues. Even the environment we live in can cause corneal problems from dust, sun exposure, chemical fumes, and other irritants.
Why Choose Ideal Eye Surgery?
Personalized care
Your eyes, activities, and goals guide your plan.
Expert team you can trust
Our surgeons are among the nations most experienced in cataract and vision correction surgery – having restored clear sight to more than 25,000+ patients.
Professional and Trust-Building
When desired, your optometrist remains an active partner in your care – our team coordinates every step for a smooth, connected experience.
Convenient
Patient-focused care.
Leading with innovation
Our surgeons use the most advanced technology available to ensure every patient receives the best possible vision correction.
Am I a Candidate for Corneal Transplant?
When corneal scarring, swelling, or thinning begins to blur your vision or impact everyday tasks and an eye evaluation shows the cornea can no longer function properly, a corneal transplant might be the best treatment option.
Cornea Disease Treatment
Corneal problems can lead to poor eyesight, whether caused by injury, infection, or hereditary factors. Using advanced instruments, our specialists offer personalized treatment options for cornea disease, such as corneal transplants, specialized contact lenses and medication.
Cost, Insurance & Financing
Medicare and many insurance plans typically cover medically necessary cataract surgery. Some lens options and vision-enhancing upgrades may involve out-of-pocket costs.
Insurance & Medicare
We'll verify your benefits and provide an out-of-pocket estimate
Financing
We accept payments from CareCredit. Information regarding applications can be found below
Price Transparency
We'll provide a written estimate before you decide.
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