Cataract is a condition characterized by clouding or opacification of the eye lens. In healthy individuals, the light rays which travel into the eyes get through the pupil and lens and then focused on retina…

LASIK is the abbreviated word used for ‘Laser Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis’ LASIK is a day care procedure, in which a very fine LASER is used to reshape the cornea in such a way that one’s eye power gets corrected …

This branch of ophthalmology deals with the eye problems in children using a vision-screening exam and treat the issue on eyes including Squint. They are especially trained professionals to deal with the…

Oculoplastic refers to plastic surgery procedures relating to the eyes and the structures surrounding the eyes. Such surgeries can be reconstructive (re-building) surgeries–to correct the abnormalities in the structure…

The cornea is the transparent front part of the eye that covers the iris, pupil, and anterior chamber. Along with the anterior chamber and lens, the cornea refracts light, accounting for approximately two-thirds of the eye’s…

Our eyes function as a camera. When we look at something the image passes through the cornea, adjusted for focus through the lensand displayed on Retina. This is positioned at the back of our eyes…

Glaucoma is a condition which arises due to the increased pressure inside the eye, causing subsequent damages to the optic nerve resulting in a gradual yet silent impairment of vision. Optic nerve takes the image which falls on Retina…

An optical device that improves or enhances residual vision by magnifying the image of the object at retinal level. Principle- with sufficient magnification the normal retina surrounding the damaged central…

A readymade prosthesis is one that is made according to standard sizes and colors in factories. These are sold in bulk so that a trial and error can be done to find satisfactory results…