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The Ophthalmologist / Issues / 2025 / December / A Tooth for an Eye: Restoring Sight When There is No Hope / Notecards
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A Tooth for an Eye: Restoring Sight When There is No Hope

Alfonso Vasquez-Perez outlines the advances in osteo-odonto-keratoprosthesis (OOKP) in the UK

By Julian Upton 12/11/2025 4 min read

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1. Moorfields South launched the OOKP service at St. George's Hospital.

2. The first patient gained full vision after two surgical stages.

3. OOKP restores vision for patients unsuitable for corneal transplants.

4. The procedure involves multidisciplinary teams: ophthalmic, maxillofacial, and psychology specialists.

5. Innovations include improved glaucoma management using imaging.

6. New surgical techniques simplify vitreous removal during surgery.

7. Research continues on alternative materials for OOKP devices.

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Julian Upton

Julian Upton is Group Editor of The Ophthalmologist and The New Optometrist. With 20+ years' experience of the magazine industry, he has covered many facets of science and healthcare.

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