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Questions and Answers About Keratoconus
Brian S. Boxer Wachler, MD
- What are Intacs®?
Intacs® are tiny curved plastic segments
that are placed in the outer part of the cornea under the surface
to change the shape of the cornea.

- Are they permanent?
Intacs® are designed to remain within the
cornea, but there is always the option to remove them. That is,
if an Intacs® patient needs a transplant,
the Intacs® will simply be removed prior
to the procedure.
- How do Intacs® help with keratoconus?
A specialized Intacs® technique has been
developed that can decrease the corneal steepening in keratoconus.
This can lead to improved natural vision as well as improved vision
with glasses and contact lenses.

- How long does the procedure take?
The 10 minute procedure is performed as an outpatient minor office
procedure.
- Is the procedure painful?

The procedure is performed with topical numbing drops. No shots
or needles are used during the procedure. You will notice a slight
pressure sensation from the eyelid holder.
- What if I blink?
During the procedure, a tiny eyelid holder is used to keep your
eye open so you do not have to worry about blinking
Keratoconus
is the thinning and bulging of the cornea. Treatments include
Intacs®,
Holcomb
C3-R®, collagen
cross linking, and if keratoconus
symptoms progress to a serious level, corneal transplantation.
Dr. Brian Boxer Wachler is a keratoconus
expert and can help you understand keratoconus
causes as well as offer evaluation and treatment.
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