When abnormal growths appear on your eye’s surface or scarring clouds your cornea, these conditions demand specialized expertise that goes beyond general eye care. Dr. Jennifer Wu MD treats the complex corneal cases that other surgeons often decline to handle. At One EyeCare LASIK in Costa Mesa, you’ll work directly with a fellowship-trained cornea specialist who has successfully performed over 500 cornea transplants and spent more than a decade mastering the delicate procedures required to restore vision affected by surface lesions and scarring. Dr. Wu’s meticulous approach and extensive experience with complicated eyes mean you’re getting care from someone who genuinely specializes in solving these challenging problems, not just treating routine cases.
Ocular Surface Cancer Removal and Corneal Scar Removal
Understanding Treatment for Ocular Surface Cancer and Corneal Scars
Ocular surface cancer removal addresses abnormal growths on the eye’s surface, most commonly ocular surface squamous neoplasia (OSSN). These lesions can appear as raised, irregular tissue on the conjunctiva or cornea and may cause redness, irritation, or visual disturbance. Early detection and treatment are critical to preserving your vision and preventing complications. Treatment typically involves surgical excision to remove the abnormal tissue while preserving healthy surrounding structures.
Corneal scar removal focuses on restoring clarity to your cornea when scarring has impacted your vision. Scarring can result from infections, injuries, previous surgeries, chemical burns, or inflammatory conditions. These scars create cloudiness that blocks light from entering your eye properly, leading to blurred or distorted vision. Depending on the severity and location of the scarring, various treatment approaches ranging from laser procedures to corneal transplantation can help restore visual clarity.
Specialized Treatment Options for Complex Corneal Conditions
We offer comprehensive treatment options for complex corneal and ocular surface conditions, utilizing advanced surgical techniques and precision technology. Each treatment plan is customized based on your unique eye anatomy, the severity of your condition, and your vision goals.
Ocular Surface Cancer Removal
Treatment for ocular surface lesions typically involves surgical excision with careful margins to ensure complete removal while preserving healthy tissue. Dr. Wu uses advanced techniques including cryotherapy (freezing) and topical chemotherapy agents when appropriate to reduce recurrence rates. The procedure is performed with meticulous attention to detail, and most patients experience minimal discomfort with excellent outcomes when detected and treated early.
Corneal Scar Removal
Depending on the depth and location of your corneal scarring, treatment options range from phototherapeutic keratectomy (PTK) using excimer laser technology to partial or full-thickness corneal transplantation. Superficial scars may respond well to laser treatment that precisely removes damaged tissue layer by layer. Deeper scars often require transplant procedures where damaged corneal tissue is replaced with healthy donor cornea, restoring clarity and improving visual function significantly.
How We Treat Ocular Surface Lesions and Corneal Scarring
We’ve designed our treatment approach to prioritize your safety, comfort, and visual outcomes through personalized care at every step.
Why Choose Us
Complicated cases are Dr. Wu’s specialty. For over 10 years, she’s successfully treated complex corneal conditions that other doctors turned away, including patients with botched procedures performed elsewhere who now see clearly with beautiful results. As a fellowship-trained cornea specialist rather than a general ophthalmologist, Dr. Wu has dedicated her career to mastering the intricacies of corneal health and surgery. She was the first surgeon in California to perform FDA-approved corneal crosslinking for keratoconus in 2016 and continues to invest in the latest technologies and techniques to deliver exceptional outcomes.
You deserve personalized attention from a surgeon who treats you like family. At One EyeCare LASIK, you won’t find a waiting room because Dr. Wu doesn’t make you wait. Her boutique approach means you receive her full attention during hour-long consultations where all your questions get answered. You can reach her directly via text any time, and she maintains the kind of direct communication that helps you feel confident and supported throughout your treatment. Your eyes and eyesight are precious, and you deserve an expert who treats them with the meticulous care they require.
Get Expert Care for Your Corneal Condition!
Your cornea is essential to clear, comfortable vision, and you shouldn’t have to live with the limitations caused by scarring or surface lesions. Dr. Jennifer Wu MD specializes in complex corneal cases and has helped hundreds of patients restore their vision through advanced surgical techniques. Connect with One EyeCare LASIK on Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube to learn more about our approach to corneal care, or call 949.208.9090 to schedule your comprehensive consultation at our Costa Mesa office at 3033 Bristol St., Suite 123. You deserve to see your best, and Dr. Wu is ready to help you achieve that goal.
FAQs
What is Ocular Surface Squamous Neoplasia?
Ocular Surface Squamous Neoplasia (OSSN) is a term that encompasses a spectrum of abnormal cell growths on the eye’s surface, ranging from precancerous lesions to invasive squamous cell carcinoma. These growths typically appear on the conjunctiva or cornea and are more common in people with significant sun exposure, immune system issues, or HPV infection. While the term includes the word “neoplasia” which refers to abnormal tissue growth, early-stage OSSN is highly treatable with excellent outcomes when detected promptly.
Can eye neoplasms cause blindness?
Eye neoplasms can potentially affect vision if left untreated, though blindness is rare with early detection and proper treatment. The impact on vision depends on the size, location, and growth pattern of the neoplasm. When neoplasms involve the cornea or grow large enough to distort the eye’s surface, they can cause significant visual impairment, which is why prompt evaluation and treatment by a cornea specialist like Dr. Wu is essential.
Is OSSN cancer?
OSSN (Ocular Surface Squamous Neoplasia) represents a spectrum of conditions ranging from dysplasia (precancerous changes) to actual squamous cell carcinoma (cancer). Not all cases of OSSN are cancerous, but they all require treatment because precancerous lesions can progress to cancer over time. The good news is that with complete surgical removal and appropriate adjunctive therapy, the prognosis for OSSN is excellent with low recurrence rates.
Is corneal scarring permanent?
Corneal scarring is permanent in the sense that scar tissue doesn’t spontaneously resolve on its own without treatment. However, this doesn’t mean you’re stuck with impaired vision forever. Various treatment options exist to address corneal scars depending on their depth and location, from laser procedures for superficial scars to corneal transplantation for deeper scarring.
Can corneal scarring be reversed?
While corneal scars themselves cannot be reversed through medication or natural healing, their effects on your vision can be effectively addressed through surgical intervention. Procedures like phototherapeutic keratectomy (PTK) can remove superficial scarring, while corneal transplant procedures replace scarred tissue with clear, healthy donor tissue. Dr. Wu evaluates each case individually to determine which approach will provide you with the best visual outcome.
Can corneal scarring be removed?
Yes, corneal scarring can be removed through several surgical techniques depending on the scar’s characteristics. Superficial scars may be treated with excimer laser ablation that precisely removes damaged layers of the cornea. Deeper or more extensive scars typically require partial or full-thickness corneal transplantation where the scarred tissue is replaced with healthy donor cornea, restoring clarity and significantly improving vision in most cases.
