Strabismus, another name for squinting, happens when the eyes are not looking in the same direction. One or both eyes may be effected. The squinting may occasionally turn up or down, converge, or diverge. Squints are thought to be permanent disorders and cannot be treated. But the truth is that Squint is treatable .
At Dayal eye centre, we deliver the best treatment for squint to give benefit of binocularity and also cosmetic correction.Treatment depends on the type of Squint & severity of problem. Surgery may be suggested if other treatments are inadequate or inappropriate for treating a squint. Sometimes, the only treatment option for an eye squint is surgery, which is successful and, if timed correctly, gives the patient benefit of binocularity.
A few clinical tests are part of the pre-operative examination before the surgery. When operating on both eyes is essential to obtain the appropriate alignment, the lid speculum is utilized to hold the eye open. Extraocular muscles, which are located across the surface of the eyeball, are occasionally subjected to specialized corrections to realign the eyes. Absorbable sutures are applied & the scar eventually disappears. Eye drops for healing and painkillers will be administered to you.
Benefits of Surgery
- Better appearanceĀ
- Increased side or peripheral visionĀ
- More accurate depth perception