FAQ's

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

  • WHAT IS THE ADVANTAGE OF "CUSTOM-MADE"EYES OVER "STOCK" EYES ?

    Custom made eyes are more comfortable and have better resemblance to the other eye apart from the advantage of continuous wear and better motility of the prosthesis. Whereas the ready-made eye suffers from discharge, discomfort, poor matching, less movement, restricted wearing period.

  • WHAT THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN STOCK AND CUSTOM EYES?

    "Stock" or "ready-made "eyes are mass-produced. Since a "stock eye" is not made for any particular person, it doesn't fit and match any particular patient. A custom ocular prosthesis, on the other hand, is made by Ocularist to fit and match particular patient.

  • SHOULD YOU BE WEARING AN ARTIFICAL EYE?

    Still apprehensive whether you should wear an artificial eye? You should! Read on to know why. It prevents other soft tissues from collapsing. Shape and contour of eyelids and eyelashes is maintained by preventing them from turning in. Artificial eye facilitates proper tear circulation that helps clean and lubricate the socket and lids. It facilitates your cosmetic beauty to bring back your lost confidence.

  • ADVANTAGES OF MAKING CUSTOMIZED EYE USING IMPRESSION METHOD?

    The eye is comfortable. Motility is good. No daily removal. One can open it once a week or so. Reduced discharge from the socket. No redness and pain in the tissue. No allergic reaction from material of impression and final customized eye.