Our family-owned practice founded by John L. Hadlock, a Fellow of the American Society of Ocularists. John began his ocularist journey at just 15 years old, after discovering a white pupil in his baby sister’s eye. That moment led to a life-saving diagnosis and a lifelong calling to create better prosthetic eyes for others.
Our ocularists (or as we like to call them, “Ocu-Artists”) have mastered the intricate art of designing, shaping, and hand-painting over 10,000 custom ocular prostheses! We’re proud to say that our prosthetic eyes and scleral shells have restored both appearance and confidence for our clients.
Our custom prosthetic eyes are meticulously designed to match the natural appearance of your existing eye, creating a seamless and lifelike look. Each prosthetic is crafted using advanced techniques and high-quality materials to ensure comfort, durability, and a natural appearance. We work closely with each patient to capture the unique color, shape, and details of their eye, providing a personalized solution that enhances both confidence and overall appearance.
Scleral shells are thin, custom-made prosthetic covers designed to fit over a damaged or discolored eye, improving both cosmetic appearance and comfort. These lightweight shells are ideal for patients who still retain their natural eye but wish to restore symmetry and confidence in their look. Our specialists ensure a precise fit, creating a smooth and natural finish while protecting the sensitive surface of the eye behind.
Over time, changes in the eye socket can cause a prosthetic eye to fit less comfortably or appear misaligned. Our prosthetic eye refitting techniques ensure that your eye remains comfortable, functional, and aesthetically natural. We assess the shape and movement of your socket, make adjustments or fabricate a new fit as needed, and polish the surface to maintain clarity and hygiene. Regular refitting not only enhances appearance but also promotes long-term eye socket health.
We will start by getting to know you, your story, needs, and goals. This first visit is all about building necessary trust and helping you feel informed and comfortable with the process ahead.
After we’ve determined the best path forward and taken custom impressions of your eye socket, we begin crafting your prosthesis. Each piece is meticulously crafted, processed and hand-painted. The result is an eye prosthesis that appears like living tissue and matches the companion eye.
Once your prosthesis is ready, we make personalized adjustments to ensure the fit is comfortable, the alignment is correct, and the overall appearance is seamless and natural.
As your face and socket naturally change over time, we’re here with ongoing care. We are happy to provide regular check-ups, cleaning, and refitting as needed, so your prosthesis always looks and feels just right.
One of the most rewarding parts of our work is seeing young patients regain their confidence and sense of normalcy. With our personalized care and ongoing support, we ensure your child’s prosthesis continues to fit comfortably and look natural as they grow.
I was completely satisfied! Allison was very pleasant when I first called. (I had the names of 2 other places but they were unfriendly.) The ocularist did a fantastic job with my prosthesis. He is an artist! I am excited (it’s been over a year since I lost use of my right eye).
With the traumatizing event that led to this- I’m completely satisfied and in awe over the ART of this process. Thank You for helping me to find some kind of normalcy again. Truly grateful!
The front desk – helpful. I was promptly addressed when I arrived in the office and whenever I called. John, the Ocularist – concerned for my comfort in the placement of the shell when filling the wax mold. Each time a lubricant/numbing agent was used. I appreciated that touch! I am innately curious and John answered and entertained all of my questions as if they were the first time he’s heard them. Experience does matter and it shows in the “Art” I now wear and present to the world. Thank you John, Cameron & Tina!
John Hadlock is the best and most caring ocularist there is. I was blessed to have met him and his staff. Real caring and family oriented. He cares about his patients.
The procedure typically requires three appointments over the course of a week. If the eye socket is a very difficult one to fit, it could take an additional one or two days. While most other eye fitters may take less time, we have found that far superior results are obtained by taking the time necessary to achieve these results.
The cost of a prosthetic eye can vary widely. It depends on a range of factors, including the specific materials used and the complexity of the fitting process. When you come to our office for an evaluation, we will then be able to quote you a more specific amount.
Recovery times can vary. But most people heal from the surgery and are ready for the fitting of a prosthetic eye within six to eight weeks.
The terms “prosthetic eye” and “artificial eye” are often used interchangeably. Both refer to a device created to replace an absent natural eye.
With proper care and handling, a prosthetic eye can last for several years. However, it may need to be replaced or refitted over time due to natural changes in the eye socket.
Sometimes. A refit may be necessary from time to time due to changes in volume and arrangement of orbital and socket tissues. A refit can imply considerable reworking of the eye so that it fits properly once again. Therefore, we will refit only those eyes that we have previously designed and fabricated, as long as the eye is not over seven years old.
