How a prosthetic eye is made

1. 1

   First consultation

   You book an appointment by phone or WhatsApp. Bring your ophthalmologist's report or recommendation if you have one. When the prosthesis can be fitted is decided by the ophthalmologist following your healing.

2. 2

   Impression

   An impression of the eye socket is taken with a special mould. The shape of the prosthesis comes from this impression, so the eyelid closes naturally and the prosthesis stays in place.

3. 3

   Painting

   The iris and the white of the eye are hand-painted while looking at your other eye. The shade, the iris pattern and the fine vessels of the sclera are matched one by one.

4. 4

   Fitting

   The prosthesis is placed to check how it sits, the direction of gaze and the movement of the eyelid. Any adjustments are made at this stage.

5. 5

   Delivery

   The prosthesis is finished and polished. Inserting, removing and cleaning it are shown to you hands-on.

6. 6

   Check-ups

   Regular check-ups and polishing keep the prosthesis comfortable and glossy. Because the eye socket can change over time, the prosthesis may need to be renewed.

Eye removal surgery (enucleation or evisceration) and implant placement are performed by an ophthalmologist. Our workshop makes and fits the prosthesis.