If you’ve been told glasses with prisms are your best hope for age-related macular degeneration (AMD), there’s something far more advanced worth considering: Clear-K® CPV laser treatment, available at Bochner Eye Institute in Toronto.
Led by Dr. Raymond Stein, medical director with over 30 years of experience, Bochner has been a pioneer in vision innovation for over 95 years. Since 2018, we’ve offered the Clear-K CPV procedure as a breakthrough alternative to prism glasses.
Why Are Prism Glasses Limited For AMD Treatment?
Prism glasses shift images to one specific area of the retina that still has some function. If that one area isn’t responsive, the benefits are minimal. It’s a single-shot solution, and one that doesn’t always work.
Why Clear-K CPV Laser is a Better Option
Clear-K CPV is a non-invasive, office-based laser procedure designed to help patients with dry AMD regain useful vision. Unlike prism glasses that shift images to a single location on the retina, Clear-K CPV stimulates multiple areas of functional retina, increasing the likelihood of improved sight.
The procedure works by applying laser energy to four microscopic points on the cornea. These tiny, computer-guided laser applications gently reshape the curvature of the cornea. By doing so, they alter how light is directed through the eye, bypassing the central blind spots caused by AMD and redirecting images to healthier retinal areas at the back of the eye.
This redirection creates new visual pathways. Once light begins reaching functioning cells outside the damaged macula, the brain can adjust through a process called neuroadaptation, learning to use these new signals to enhance clarity and perception. Most patients report meaningful improvement in visual function, especially for daily tasks like reading signs or recognizing faces.
Performed in a comfortable outpatient setting, Clear-K CPV is quick, safe, and does not involve surgical incisions or extended recovery time. For patients seeking an advanced, low-risk alternative to prism glasses, Clear-K offers a modern, science-driven solution.
Clear-K® CPV Laser Treatment in Toronto
Dr. Stein strives to help patients see better by using modern tools and techniques that push beyond conventional care. Clear-K CPV is one of those tools, and it’s making a difference for those struggling with vision changes due to AMD.
Ready to find out if Clear-K® CPV laser is right for your AMD care and discover the possibilities beyond prism glasses? Call Bochner Eye Institute at 416-960-2020 to book your consultation with Dr. Stein.