Cornea Care & Treatment

What is the cornea?

The cornea is the transparent, dome-shaped outer layer of the eye that plays a vital role in focusing vision. It acts as the eye’s natural lens, bending (or refracting) light as it enters to help produce clear, sharp images.

Beyond vision, your cornea also serves as a protective barrier—filtering out UV rays and shielding your eyes from dust, germs, and other harmful particles.

Common Corneal Conditions We Treat

Keratoconus

Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition where the cornea thins and gradually bulges into a cone-like shape. This irregular shape distorts light as it enters the eye, leading to blurred vision, increased light sensitivity, and difficulty seeing at night.

Signs of keratoconus include:

Frequent changes in glasses prescription
Blurred or distorted vision
Increased glare or halos around lights
Difficulty driving at night

Fuchs’ Endothelial Dystrophy

Fuchs’ dystrophy is a degenerative eye condition where cells in the cornea’s inner layer (endothelium) gradually deteriorate. These cells are responsible for pumping excess fluid out of the cornea, and their decline can lead to swelling, cloudiness, and blurred vision.

Common symptoms include:

Blurred or cloudy vision, especially in the morning
Glare and halos around lights
Eye discomfort or a gritty sensation
Reduced visual clarity over time

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If you’re experiencing vision changes or have been diagnosed with keratoconus or Fuchs’ dystrophy, early intervention is key. Our specialists at ADV Vision use cutting-edge technology to diagnose and treat complex corneal conditions—preserving your sight and improving your quality of life. Call us today or book an appointment online to get started.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Early signs include frequent changes in eyeglass prescriptions, blurry vision, increased sensitivity to light, and difficulty seeing at night. Many patients first notice symptoms during their teenage years or early adulthood.

Keratoconus is diagnosed through a comprehensive eye exam that includes corneal topography, which maps the shape and curvature of the cornea. Our advanced diagnostic tools can detect even the earliest signs of corneal irregularity.

While there is no cure, early detection and treatment—like corneal cross-linking—can stop progression and preserve vision. Many patients experience improved clarity and reduced symptoms with non-surgical treatments.

Yes, Fuchs’ dystrophy often runs in families and is more common in women. It typically appears in people over the age of 50, though early signs can occur earlier.

We recommend at least annual eye exams for those with known corneal conditions. More frequent monitoring may be needed based on your treatment plan and progression of disease.