Maintenance

Once a year you should have your prosthesis checked by your ocularist. During this visit, your eye replacement will be given a high polish to restore its appearance, and the fit will be examined. Also, the socket will be checked for a healthy appearance. These visits usually take 30 minutes and are well worth the investment in maintaining your prosthesis. Some individuals may need to have a check-up every six months. This is because excessive secretions cause deposits of proteins to build up on the surface of the acrylic eye quicker than usual.