CK - Conductive Keratoplasty

CK Procedure CK is a refractive surgerical procedure that uses radio frequency energy to reshape the cornea. Patients who are over 40, have enjoyed good vision most of their life, and are tired of their reading glasses can now consider a procedure that can reduce their dependency on reading glasses. The FDA approved CK in April 2002 for treating farsighted patients over 40. Premier Eye Care Group has added CK to the refractive surgery options available in our Ophthalmology Laser & Surgery Center.

The radiofrequency waves, unlike a laser, do not remove any tissue from the eye. Our surgeons use a tiny probe to apply radiofrequency energy to markings that circle the periphery of the cornea. The shrinking of the corneal tissue in these spots causes constriction in a circle, thereby increasing the steepness of the cornea. To read more details about CK and listen to patients who have had CK, visit www.myclearvision.com . The June 2003 issue of Primary Care Optometry News states, "Results of the most recent CK trial showed that at the 12-month follow-up, 97% of the 160 eyes were seeing 20/20 for distance and the patient could read magazine- and newspaper-size print

Lucy Bair

"I have been fortunate to have excellent vision my entire life until turning 'forty something.' The need to wear reading glasses for basic everyday things like reading price tags, menus and recipes, was very inconvenient. I had to find a way to be able to do these things without reading glasses.

CK was the answer for me. The procedure was so easy and painless. Thanks to Dr. Brent's expertise, I was able to read right away, and I have never put a pair of reading glasses on again. Once again, I have excellent distance and near vision without glasses and couldn't be more satisfied.

Angie Lucas
Dr. Brent's CK patient

Patients interested in CK should see one of our surgical counselors for a no-charge consultation. The surgical counselor will tell you if you are a good candidate for CK and schedule for you to see one of our surgeons. Click here, or call 1.800.731.EYES (3937).