During your initial visit, we will focus on understanding your specific needs and concerns and start the process of making your artificial eye. Here's a brief overview of what to anticipate: Personalized Consultation: We’ll begin by discussing your medical history, the reason for your need for an ocular prosthesis, and address any preliminary questions you may have. Examination: An in-depth assessment of the eye socket is conducted to determine the most appropriate design for your prosthesis. Measurement & Fabrication: After taking detailed measurements to ensure an accurate and comfortable fit, we'll initiate the process of creating your artificial eye on-site over the course of several days. This includes customization to match the appearance of your natural eye. Fitting & Adjustments: During your second visit, once your prosthesis is ready, we'll fit it and make any necessary adjustments to optimize comfort and appearance. Care Instructions: Before you leave, we'll offer guidance on how to care for your new artificial eye and provide insights on what to expect in the coming days. Next Steps: We'll outline any subsequent visits or check-ins that might be necessary to ensure long-term satisfaction.

Your first appointment duration is tailored to ensure a thorough consultation and the precise fabrication of your artificial eye. Typically, you can expect the appointment to last a few hours. This includes the initial consultation, the examination of your eye socket, and starting process of the creation of your custom prosthesis.

Yes, a follow-up visit is an essential part of our process. After your initial appointment, our team begins the meticulous work of creating and customizing your prosthesis. During your subsequent visit, we will fit the newly crafted artificial eye, making any necessary adjustments to ensure optimal comfort and appearance. This visit also allows us to assess the health of your eye socket and surrounding tissues. Our commitment is to ensure your complete satisfaction with the prosthesis and to provide the highest standard of care.

For new patients who are wearing a prosthesis for the first time, we recommend scheduling a check-up one month after the initial fitting. This visit allows us to evaluate the eye socket and ensure the prosthesis is functioning well and comfortably. For our existing patients who are already accustomed to wearing a prosthesis, we advise a check-up every six months to maintain optimal fit and health of the eye socket. Regular check-ups are crucial to ensure the continued comfort and effectiveness of your prosthesis.

No, the process of creating a prosthetic eye is designed to be as comfortable as possible for the patient. When taking an impression of your socket using alginate, you might feel a brief cold or stinging sensation. However, this sensation is temporary and will only last for a few minutes. Our team is dedicated to ensuring your comfort throughout the entire procedure.

No, the prosthetic eye fitting process we employ does not necessitate the use of anesthesia. We ensure to prioritize your comfort and safety throughout every step of the procedure.

You can find our new office at the familiar location of the former office of Rich Caruso and Eye Prosthetics of Utah. Our address is 7400 Union Park Ave, Suite 102, Midvale, UT 84047. We're conveniently situated to serve you with the same commitment to excellence in ocular prosthetics.