Corneal Cross-Linking in McLean, VA
Patients seeking an ophthalmologist or eye surgeon in McLean, VA can find expert care at Anh Nguyen Ophthalmology, located ten minutes away in Falls Church, VA. Board-certified ophthalmologist Dr. Anh Nguyen and our team of eye surgeons are dedicated to helping our patients find long-term relief from poor vision with advanced treatment options for many types of eye diseases.
Corneal Cross-Linking
Corneal cross-linking (CXL) is an advanced treatment for progressive keratoconus, an eye disease caused by thin corneal tissues that gradually cause the cornea to bulge outward, creating a cone-like shape. CXL is a minimally invasive procedure that involves the use of riboflavin (vitamin B2) eye drops and controlled UV exposure to trigger the formation of collagen cross-links in the eye. This strengthens and stabilizes the bulging cornea to restore clear vision and prevent keratoconus from worsening.
Other types of corneal diseases include Fuchs’ dystrophy, pterygium, keratitis, and corneal abrasions. CXL or other treatment options like cornea transplant can be considered depending on the specific nature of your eye condition.
Other Eye Conditions We Treat
At Anh Nguyen Ophthalmology, we provide a wide range of specialized surgical and non-surgical eye treatments. Some of the most common conditions we treat include:
Refractive Errors
Refractive errors include myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), astigmatism, and presbyopia. Each of these eye conditions is caused by irregularities in the shape of the cornea, which prevents light rays from properly focusing on the retina. Glasses and contact lenses are great temporary solutions for these common vision problems, but patients can also consider LASIK in McLean, VA, PRK, or the EVO ICL (implantable collamer lenses).
Cataracts
Cataracts are a common eye condition for patients over the age of 60. As the eye ages, proteins in the lens break down and form clumps (cataracts) that result in cloudy vision, dull colors, and poor night vision. Our eye surgeons offer laser cataract surgery in McLean, VA, an advanced procedure compared to traditional cataract surgery. An excimer laser is used to precisely break up the cataract and remove the natural lens, which is replaced with an intraocular lens (IOL). This offers long-lasting relief from cataracts and an overall improved quality of life.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a serious eye condition because it can develop for many years with no noticeable symptoms; this type is called open-angle glaucoma and is more common compared to closed-angle glaucoma. Glaucoma is caused by a gradual buildup of fluids in the eye which causes increased ocular pressure. It can be treated with prescription eye drops, laser procedures, or surgeries like trabeculectomy and glaucoma drainage device placement. Those procedures drain the excess fluid to prevent vision loss from worsening.
Retina Disorders
There are several types of retinal diseases, including age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and flashers and floaters. The causes of each of these diseases vary. Dry AMD is caused by a thinning of the macular tissue or pigment in the macula while wet AMD is caused by an abnormal growth of blood vessels below the retina. Flashers and floaters are generally harmless but could be the signs of underlying conditions like retinal detachment. If you have any changes to your vision, schedule an appointment with one of our board-certified ophthalmologists in McLean, VA.
McLean, Virginia
McLean is a census-designated place (CDP) located between Falls Church and Potomac in Fairfax County, VA. This affluent community is home to about 50,000 people, many of whom commute into Washington D.C., or Arlington, VA. Outside of its beautiful suburbs, residents can enjoy the scenic woodlands at Scott’s Run Nature Preserve and Lewinsvile Park and the family-friendly Clemyjontri Park, equipped with a maze and carousel.
