Cornea

What is the Cornea?

The cornea is the transparent window at the front of the eye. It is the first part of the eye to capture light and is responsible for a large portion of our vision. When the cornea is damaged by injury or disease it can lead to loss of vision or sometimes even blindness. There are many different corneal diseases. Corneal disease may be genetic, age-related, or may arise due to infection or injury.

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Treatments

Our cornea & external disease specialist, Dr. Jesse Vislisel, is fellowship-trained in the latest procedures and treatments for corneal disease. We offer treatment for many corneal and external eye diseases, including:

Keratitis, scleritis, and conjunctivitis (inflammation of the surface layers of the eye)
Growths and tumors on the surface of the eye
Corneal ulcers and abrasions
Corneal scars and other surface irregularities
Corneal swelling due to Fuchs corneal dystrophy and other causes
Keratoconus and other causes of corneal weakening

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Cornea Care

What to Expect

When the shape or clarity of the cornea is compromised, vision becomes foggy or blurry. Fortunately, there are many treatments available to help restore vision. In some settings, medications or specialized medical contact lenses may be beneficial. When more severe, surgery may be required to improve vision. This may involve restoration of the existing cornea or replacement of the defective cornea using a corneal transplant.