Intacs

If you have been thinking about having a vision correction procedure, there is now another option to consider. Intacs corneal implants provide clear, maintenance-free vision, and are ideal for individuals with moderate nearsightedness. Intacs are a flexible alternative to laser surgery as they can be replaced or removed if your vision correction needs change.

Intacs are also FDA approved to treat keratoconus.  In the past, a corneal transplant would be the only option for vision correction for those with keratoconus that has progressed enough to deteriorate vision and make contact lenses and glasses an intolerable option.  Now Intacs corneal implants may be the best possible option to stabilize the cornea, improve vision and potentially defer the need for a corneal transplant.

Intacs corneal implants are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Intacs corneal implants are FAA-approved for pilots. Supported by more than 11 years of clinical studies,

How are Intacs Corneal Implants Used?

Intacs corneal implants are micro-thin. An ophthalmologist inserts them under the outer edge of your cornea (the surface of your eye) during a brief outpatient procedure.

Intacs gently reshape the curvature of your cornea from within, enhancing the natural shape of your eye to correct mild nearsightedness. Unlike laser surgery, no corneal tissue is removed from cornea.

Intacs cannot be felt and once inserted they are no more visible than contact lenses. No maintenance is required. Over 97% of patients who get Intacs corneal implants achieve the goal of driver's license vision without the need for glasses or contact lenses, and greater than 50% are pleased to discover that their vision is better than 20/20.

Intacs can be replaced or removed if necessary, preserving future options like no other vision correction procedure.

Are Intacs Inserts Right for You?

Only a qualified physician can determine if Intacs are a suitable treatment option for you.  A thorough examination will be necessary. Also, it is required that you have healthy eyes that are free from disease or injury. You need to be at least 21 years of age and have had stable vision.