Definition: EyePrintPro is an advanced custom contact lens technology designed for patients with irregular corneas.

EyePrintPro is an innovative custom contact lens system that utilizes precise imaging technology to create a lens tailored to the specific anatomy of a patient’s eye. Unlike standard lenses, which are mass-produced, EyePrintPro lenses are created from a detailed mold of the eye’s surface, ensuring an exact fit that enhances both comfort and vision. This advanced approach is crucial for individuals suffering from complex ocular conditions, where conventional lenses may fall short.

Importance: EyePrintPro offers a tailored solution for patients suffering from conditions that affect their vision significantly.

This technology is particularly significant for those facing severe vision impairments due to conditions such as:

• Keratoconus: A degenerative condition where the cornea thins and bulges outward.
• Post-surgical issues: Complications arising from procedures like corneal transplants or LASIK.
• Irregular astigmatism: An imperfection in the curvature of the eye leads to blurred vision.
• Severe dry eye: A condition that can exacerbate discomfort when using standard lenses.

With EyePrintPro, patients have reported over 90% satisfaction following just two fittings—significantly more efficient than other lens types, which may require numerous adjustments. This tailored technology not only alleviates discomfort but also stabilizes vision, allowing patients to engage more fully in daily activities.

Is EyePrintPro the Best Option for Irregular Corneas?

While EyePrintPro lenses are a cutting-edge option, it is important to understand that each patient is different, and the best option for you may be another treatment. 

For certain individuals, surgical options may be considered, particularly when dealing with severe corneal irregularities. Procedures such as corneal transplants, CTAK, and cross-linking may be recommended by our eye doctors. 

How Is the EyePrintPro Fitted? 

Custom Fitting Process

The EyePrintPro fitting process starts with a detailed impression taking of the eye. This critical step involves using a safe, FDA-approved material to create a precise mold of the eye’s surface. The process lasts about 80 seconds and may feel similar to having wet goo placed on the eye.

Following the impression, a high-tech laboratory scans the mold to capture the unique intricacies of your eye shape. This data is crucial for designing a customized lens that accurately reflects the contours of your eye.

Each lens is designed and fabricated based on the captured details, ensuring an ideal fit specifically for you. After the lens is created, your eye doctor will conduct a fitting to ensure comfort and clarity of vision. EyePrintPro has demonstrated an impressive over 90% patient satisfaction rate after just two fittings, substantially reducing the time and effort most patients typically face during lens fitting.

Material Options

EyePrintPro utilizes advanced materials that offer both comfort and performance. The lenses are composed of a breathable, rigid polymer designed to vault over the cornea, avoiding direct contact while promoting optimal oxygen permeability.

The lenses feature Tangible Hydra-peg technology, which enhances surface wettability, increases lubrication, and minimizes protein and lipid deposition. This technology ensures a comfortable insertion, consistent positioning, and protection against corneal irritation.

Due to their specialized construction, EyePrintPro lenses come with added benefits:

• Sharper Vision: They can effectively mask corneal irregularities, providing significantly clearer vision.

• Corneal Protection: The lens design creates a protective barrier that helps shield the cornea from damage and irritation caused by various diseases or conditions.

Follow-up Care

Post-application follow-up care is essential for ensuring the ongoing success and comfort of your EyePrintPro lenses. After the initial fitting, your eye doctor will schedule follow-up appointments to monitor how well the lenses are functioning.

These appointments allow your doctor to:

• Check for proper fit and comfort.
• Assess vision clarity.
• Make necessary adjustments to optimize the lens performance.

Patients are also advised to report any discomfort or vision changes promptly after receiving their lenses. It’s crucial to maintain regular check-ins to ensure the health of your eyes and the effectiveness of the lenses. Proper follow-up care contributes significantly to a successful vision correction experience, enhancing quality of life and eye health.

Diagnosis and Importance of Specialist Consultation

Advanced Diagnostic Tools

For patients experiencing irregularities in their vision, advanced diagnostic tools play a critical role in accurately diagnosing eye conditions. These include specialized equipment that provides detailed information about the corneal shape and surface, which is vital for successful lens fitting.

Examples of advanced tools include:

• Corneal Topography: This technology creates a detailed map of the cornea’s shape. By analyzing the topography, eye doctors can identify irregularities that affect vision quality.
• Wavefront Aberrometry: This diagnostic tool measures how light is distorted as it passes through the eye. By capturing high-resolution data on optical aberrations, it assists in crafting customized lenses for clearer vision.

Corneal Topography

Corneal topography is an essential diagnostic procedure that precisely maps the curvature of your cornea. This procedure involves projecting light onto the cornea and capturing reflected data to create a detailed 3D image, highlighting any irregularities.

Benefits of corneal topography include:

• Detection of corneal irregularities that traditional tests may miss, which is crucial for patients considering specialty lenses.
• Guidance for eye doctors in customizing contact lenses, ensuring an optimal fit and comfort.

Wavefront Aberrometry

Wavefront aberrometry revolutionizes how eye conditions are diagnosed. By analyzing how light travels through the eye, this technology identifies how the cornea and lens affect vision. This information allows for the design of lenses that address specific vision deficiencies.

Key benefits include:

• Enhancing visual quality by tackling both higher and lower-order aberrations.
• Creating truly personalized vision correction solutions.

Benefits of Consulting a Specialist

Consulting an eye doctor who is trained in advanced diagnostics and specialty lenses, like EyePrintPro™, is crucial for patients with complicated eye conditions. The advantages of such consultations include:

• Access to state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment tailored for non-standard eye shapes.
• The expertise to interpret diagnostic data and create a customized treatment plan.
• A higher success rate with fittings, leading to reduced discomfort and improved visual outcomes.
• A comprehensive approach to eye care, addressing not only vision but overall ocular health.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is EyePrintPro and how does it work?

EyePrintPro is a cutting-edge technology used to create custom contact lenses that are specifically designed for the unique shapes and curves of individual eyes. This process begins with taking an impression mold of the eye, capturing its intricate details. Unlike traditional contact lenses, EyePrintPro lenses are tailored to fit the unique profile of your eye seamlessly, allowing for improved comfort and clearer vision. With a patient satisfaction rate exceeding 90% after just two fittings, EyePrintPro offers a highly effective solution for individuals with complex ocular needs.

Who is a good candidate for EyePrintPro?

EyePrintPro can benefit individuals struggling with a variety of complex eye conditions. Some of the conditions that may make someone suitable for EyePrintPro include:

• Keratoconus
• Irregular astigmatism
• Severe dry eye
• Corneal scars or irregularities
• Post-surgical complications, such as those following corneal transplants or LASIK
• Pinguecula or pterygium
• Chemical burns

However, candidates must not have certain contraindications, such as low endothelial cell counts, active eye infections, or inflammation, which may complicate the fitting process.

How long do EyePrintPro lenses last?

The longevity of EyePrintPro lenses can vary based on individual usage and eye health. Generally, these custom lenses can last from one to several years with proper care. It’s essential for patients to maintain regular follow-ups with their eye doctor to monitor lens condition, eye health, and any changes in vision, ensuring continued optimal performance of the lenses.

Are there any risks associated with EyePrintPro?

As with any medical device, there are potential risks associated with using EyePrintPro lenses. While many patients experience significant improvement in comfort and vision, some may encounter issues such as:

• Dryness or discomfort, particularly in cases of severe dry eye
• Corneal abrasions if the lens is not fitted correctly
• Infections, which can arise if proper hygiene is not maintained

It is crucial to consult a qualified eye doctor trained in EyePrintPro to ensure the safest and most effective use of these lenses. Regular follow-up appointments are vital to monitor eye health and the performance of the lenses.