subject: Why Holcomb C3-R ® for Keratoconus? [print this page] Why Holcomb C3-R for Keratoconus? Why Holcomb C3-R for Keratoconus?
Keratoconus is a progressive disease that causes the weakening and change in shape of the cornea, causing a distortion in vision. It can also cause complete loss of vision is gone untreated. Past treatments have had little effect on the progression of the condition, or the damage that has already been done to the cornea.
New strives in eye care and improved technologies has changed that fact. The Holcomb C3-R treatment not only has been proven to stop the progression of Keratoconus, but is helping to improve the damage that has already been done to the cornea over time. There is little to no side effects or pain associated with the procedure.
In early years the procedure was done by scrapping the epithelium layer of the cornea then placing the drops, while advancements in the procedure have found that it is not necessary to scrap the epitheliumlayer before placing the drops making the procedure non-invasive. Below is a list of benefits of the Holcomb C3-R procedure:
Short recovery time
30 minute procedure
Procedure done in doctors office
Strengthens the cornea
Stops progression of Keratoconus
Decreases need for invasive cornea transplant
While the procedure has made some advancements the benefits have only improved. The procedure continues to strengthen the cornea over the next few months. There are minimal if any side effects as a result of the procedure. Why wouldn't you give it a try?
Dr. Brian Boxer Wachler, MD is a renowned eye surgeon specializing in Keratoconus treatments, I-BRITE eye whitening, LASIK, and other procedures. More helpful information is at www.FixesYourKeratoconus.com and www.WhiterEyes.com
