What is Corneal Lenticule?

Corneal lenticule is a disc-shaped tissue extracted as a by-product during the SMILE laser refractive surgery procedure to correct myopia.
What is Corneal Lenticule

Potentials Uses of Lenticules

Correct Presbyopia1

This is an age-related vision problem in which the lens of the eye becomes more rigid. This makes reading or doing other close-up tasks difficult. The onset of presbyopia is usually after the age of 40. The most common ways to correct this condition is with the use of eyeglasses or contact lenses and surgery.

Correct Hyperopia2

This is a common type of refractive error in which distant objects may be seen more clearly than those that are near. This condition can affect both children and adults. At present, hyperopia can be corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses or surgery.

Why Choose OptiQ

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Managed by medical and technical experts.
Licensed by Ministry of Health, Singapore

Processed and stored in Cordlife’s fully-owned processing and storage facility in Singapore, a testament to our commitment for the long haul.

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1. What is Presbyopia Page. American Academy of Ophthalmology Website. https://www.aao.org/eye-health/diseases/what-is-presbyopia. Accessed on 23 April 2018
2. Farsightedness: What is Hyperopia Page. American Academy of Ophthalmology Website. https://www.aao.org/eye-health/diseases/hyperopia-farsightedness. Accessed on 23 April 2018.