When it comes to children who need a prosthetic eye, many parents and caregivers face questions and uncertainties. One of the most crucial decisions is determining the best time for their child to receive a prosthetic eye. This decision is about ensuring the best possible development for your child. We’ll explore why early intervention is…
Eye Cancer: Rebuilding Lives and Confidence with Ocular Prostheses
Losing an eye is not just a physical change. It’s an emotional journey filled with challenges, concerns, and questions about the future. At the heart of these challenges is often a diagnosis of eye cancer. With the right support, individuals can find hope and the confidence to face each new day. That often extends to…
Rare Eye Conditions & Addressing Unique Challenges
Some eye conditions are so rare that they only touch a few lives in a million. They are serious issues that can change a person’s life forever. While it’s incredibly difficult for those who have these rare eye conditions, there’s hope through special treatments, as well as the use of an ocular prosthesis, or artificial…
The Different Types of Prosthetic Eyes
Losing an eye can be a significant challenge for anyone who experiences it. It’s not just about how you see but also about how you feel with regards to your appearance. Different types of prosthetic eyes can act as a bridge towards regaining normalcy, enabling individuals to rebuild confidence and resume their daily lives. Prosthetic…
Enucleation or Evisceration: Restoring Normalcy and Emotional Well-being
Eye surgeries can be life changing. For some, operations like enucleation or evisceration come as a last resort after battling a severe eye condition or trauma. Thankfully, the world of medical science offers solutions that not only prioritize health but also aim to restore one’s appearance and confidence. One solution is an ocular prosthesis or…
Congenital Eye Anomalies: Improving Appearance & Functionality
We all know eyes play an essential role in our lives. Beyond vision, they influence how we connect with others and perceive the world around us. For some, congenital eye anomalies present challenges from birth. They affect vision as well as appearance. Let’s work together to understand these conditions and identify effective solutions. What are…
Restoring Confidence with a Custom Prosthetic Eye
Losing an eye or experiencing eye trauma is a major event that can have a significant impact on your life. It’s not just about vision. It’s about how we see ourselves and how others see us. Every time we look in the mirror, interact with a loved one, or meet someone new, our eyes play…
Julie’s story! How John Got Started.
STORY: How I Became Interested In Ocularistry! One evening, at age 15, I was holding my youngest sister–six week old Julie–in my arms and was wondering what color her eyes really were. She was not opening her eyes well at that time and thus my curiosity on finding out just what color they were for…
KJZZ news visits Eye Concern
Listen to a visit KJZZ did with John and Sheri and check out their photos. It is a good overview of what we do. visit KJZZ article
More than an eye specialist…
Jil Galus, 3TV: “Baby Elizabeth will arrive here for her appointment with only one eye, but for the first time will leave with two thanks to the incredible work of a man who is more than an eye specialist, he is a life changer for people like Elizabeth.”