The Only Proven Way to Halt Keratoconus Progression
Keratoconus is a progressive disorder where the cornea thins and changes shape, causing blurred vision due to irregular astigmatism. This condition typically worsens over time, leading to significant visual impairment.
Our focus is on precision, safety, and long-term clarity, ensuring you receive the highest standard of care for growths on the surface of your eye.
In the majority of cases, a single CXL treatment will completely halt the progression of keratoconus and stabilise the corneal shape for the rest of your life.
Without CXL, approximately 20% of people with keratoconus will develop severe vision loss requiring a corneal transplant. CXL is a vision-saving treatment that prevents this outcome.
CXL works by using Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) and ultraviolet (UV) light to induce strong bonds ('cross links') between the collagen fibres (structural elements) in the cornea, making it resistant to thinning and distortion.
This involves gently removing the outer protective layer of the cornea to ensure maximum riboflavin penetration. This is considered the original gold standard and may achieve greater corneal flattening (shape improvement), but involves a longer initial recovery.
This technique uses a modified riboflavin to penetrate the intact outer layer. Leaving the epithelium intact results in less discomfort after surgery, faster recovery, and may reduce the chance of infection or other complications.
We utilise sophisticated techniques, including high-intensity, pulsed, or personalised UV doses. These are useful for treating thinner corneas in advanced keratoconus.
We deliver world-class expertise through efficient scheduling, ensuring you
achieve clarity quickly and confidently.
Corneal crosslinking surgery appointments are typically available within one to two weeks.
The entire crosslinking procedure takes approximately one hour and is performed under comfortable local anaesthetic eye drops.
CXL is a day-stay procedure, meaning you can go home shortly after treatment.
If you have progressive keratoconus or another corneal disorder, timely CXL is the key to preserving your sight.
These treatments are commonly evaluated together based on symptoms,
goals, or clinical findings.
The Only Proven Way to Halt Keratoconus Progression
Our focus is on precision, safety, and long-term clarity, ensuring you receive the highest standard of care for growths on the surface of your eye.
We assess your cornea to determine the optimal CXL protocol, ensuring maximum effectiveness and comfort
We deliver world-class expertise through efficient scheduling, ensuring you achieve clarity quickly and confidently.
If you have progressive keratoconus or another corneal disorder, timely CXL is the key to preserving your sight.
These treatments are commonly evaluated together based on symptoms, goals, or clinical findings.
