Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition that weakens the cornea, causing it to thin and bulge into a cone-like shape. This can lead to significant vision distortion, making everyday activities like reading, driving, and using digital screens challenging. At Pamel Vision & Laser Group, our esteemed team of eye doctors specializes in diagnosing and treating keratoconus, helping patients… Read More »
Keratoconus is a corneal disorder that causes the clear dome of the eye (cornea) to bulge outward and form a cone shape. That abnormal contour distorts vision, causing blurriness and irregular astigmatism that worsens over time. Our board-certified ophthalmologist at Pamel Vision & Laser Group offers various keratoconus treatments. Dr. Gregory Pamel often hears the… Read More »
About one in every 2,000 Americans develops keratoconus, a degenerative eye condition that causes the cornea to slowly bulge. As the cornea becomes more conical, the patient develops astigmatism. While reversing the damage to the cornea is not possible for keratoconus patients, specialty contact lenses are a good way to restore crisp, clear vision. The… Read More »
Have you ever heard of keratoconus? Keratoconus is a condition that affects the cornea. The cornea is the clear part of the front of the eye that covers the iris and the pupil. It is dome-shaped and bends light into the eye to help the eye focus. As the eye’s outermost layer, it also acts… Read More »
