Keratopigmentation (KTP) is a surgical procedure to change the color of the cornea by adding pigment to the cornea, the clear, dome-shaped, outermost layer of the eye. Keratopigmentation is mainly used for aesthetic purposes, therapeutic purposes or to correct congenital or acquired eye disorders.
Keratopigmentation offers an effective solution for individuals who want to change their eye color or patients with conditions that cause vision loss, such as corneal opacity.
Who is Keratopigmentation Suitable for?
Keratopigmentation is generally preferred in the following cases. For people who want to change their eye color for aesthetic reasons, color change is achieved while preserving the natural appearance of the eye.
It is applied to improve visual functions and provide an aesthetic appearance in people with diseases such as corneal opacity, eye injuries or aniridia (absence of iris).
How is Keratopigmentation Applied?
Keratopigmentation has become more sensitive and safe with technological developments in recent years. The process is generally performed by two methods.
- Manual Keratopigmentation
In the manual keratopigmentation method, pigment is manually injected into the corneal tissue with the help of thin needles or special blades.
- Femtosecond Laser Assisted Keratopigmentation
Femtosecond laser-assisted keratopigmentation method is a more advanced technique. In this method, micro channels are opened in the corneal tissue with the help of laser and pigment is injected into these channels. This method provides more precise results and increases the security of the process.
What are the advantages of Femtosecond Laser Assisted Keratopigmentation Procedure?
- It is Minimally Invasive: Keratopigmentation can be applied without the need for major surgical interventions. The procedure is usually performed under local anesthesia and patients can return to their normal lives on the same day.
- Reversible: The procedure can be reversed or corrected if the patient is not satisfied with the result.
- Personalized Application: Pigment is individually selected and applied in accordance with the patient’s natural eye color.
Keratopigmentation Risks and Things to Consider
As with every surgical procedure, keratopigmentation carries some risks. These may include infection, corneal inflammation, or unexpected vision changes.
Be sure to have a procedure such as keratopigmentation performed by an experienced Lasik/Laser Eye Surgeon who is an Eye Health and Diseases Specialist.
Why Should Keratopigmentation Be Preferred?
Keratopigmentation process offers an effective solution both aesthetically and medically. Safe, fast and permanent results can be achieved for patients who want to change their eye color or correct certain health problems in the eye. To get more information about keratopigmentation and to find out whether you are suitable for this procedure, contact our expert eye surgeon, Op. Dr. You can contact Ömer TAKEŞ.