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Introduction: Why Cataracts Change Your Relationship With Contact Lenses If you’ve worn contact lenses for years, being told you need cataract surgery can feel like stepping into unfamiliar territory. Many lifelong contact lens users assume surgery means the end of their contacts. Sometimes it does. But not always. Cataract surgery often reduces dependence on contact […]

A keratoconus diagnosis often comes with a wave of uncertainty. Many patients find themselves asking the same questions. What happens next? Will my vision keep getting worse? Which treatment is the best choice? The truth is, there is no single “best” solution for keratoconus. There is only the right combination of treatments at the right […]

Corneal crosslinking has long been the only treatment for slowing keratoconus, with epi-off crosslinking leading the way for over a decade. Now, as pioneers in the field, we’re thrilled to see the FDA approve Epioxa, the first epithelium-on system of its kind, and to bring patients an important new option in their treatment journey. Epioxa […]

If you’re one of those people who can’t see anything without your glasses or contacts — not your alarm clock, not your face in the mirror — you know how limiting high nearsightedness can feel. It’s more than an inconvenience; it’s a constant dependence. What happens if you lose a contact lens at work or […]

Epioxa is the first FDA-approved incision-free, topical cross-linking therapy for keratoconus.

For decades, patients with advanced keratoconus faced limited treatment options. Glasses and contact lenses could help in the early stages, but once the condition progressed, many patients were left with only one surgical path: a corneal transplant. While corneal transplantation remains a life-changing procedure for many, it is invasive, carries risks, and requires a lengthy […]

When it comes to keratoconus care, expertise matters. At the Cornea & Laser Eye Institute (CLEI) in Teaneck, New Jersey, patients have the unique opportunity to be treated by not one, but three top doctors, all recognized by the National Keratoconus Foundation (NKCF) for their exceptional contributions to the field. This distinction is exceptionally rare […]

Introduction Keratoconus is an eye condition characterized by thinning and outward bulging of the cornea into a cone shape, disrupting vision by inducing irregular astigmatism, nearsightedness, sensitivity to light, and distortion.  Traditionally, keratoconus was considered rare. However, a landmark pediatric study the doctors at CLEI Center for Keratoconus participated in challenges this assumption, demonstrating a […]

If you’ve been considering vision correction surgery, you’ve probably come across two common procedures: LASIK and PRK. While LASIK tends to get more attention, PRK (photorefractive keratectomy) has been around longer and remains a trusted option today. But what is PRK, and how does it compare to LASIK?  What is PRK? PRK stands for photorefractive […]

Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition where the cornea thins and bulges into a cone-like shape, causing vision distortion. While treatments such as corneal cross-linking (CXL) can slow or stop the progression, your daily habits also play a significant role in protecting your eyes. Small lifestyle adjustments can make a meaningful difference in long-term eye […]