Keratoconus is characterised by thinning of the central part of the cornea (the clear front cover of the eye). As a result of this thinning, the normally rounded cornea develops a cone-like bulge causing distortion of the vision. Abnormalities of the cornea can severely affect the way we see the world, including simple tasks such as driving, watching TV, or reading a book.
Keratoconus is not a blinding disorder, however it can greatly increase short-sightedness (where distance objects are blurred) and irregular astigmatism (where objects appear tilted) that can significantly distort your vision. Affecting 1/2000 people, Keratoconus usually occurs in both eyes and is a slowly progressive disorder. Keratoconus may take years to develop and halt at any stage from mild to severe.
At The Eye Practice there is not a day that goes by where we do not see a new case of Keratoconus. Most people with Keratoconus get to the stage where they find their glasses no longer give them satisfactory vision. As a result of this, Optometrists and Ophthalmologists from around NSW and even all over Australia, refer patients with Keratoconus to The Eye Practice for specialist contact lens fittings. At The Eye Practice we pride ourselves on restoring vision distorted by Keratoconus, using the latest contact lens designs and materials.
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When it comes to Keratoconus, it is hugely beneficial to see an Optometrist who specialises in contact lens fittings.
Jim Kokkinakis at The Eye Practice is a member of the prestigious International Society of Contact Lens Specialists (ISCLS) and is here to help you with your contact lens fitting no matter how complicated your prescription may be.
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