Artificial eye
Artificial Eye
Artificial eye (pronunciation: /ɑːrˈtɪfɪʃəl aɪ/) is a type of prosthetic device designed to replace a missing or damaged eye.
Etymology
The term "artificial eye" originates from the Latin word "artificium" meaning "made by art" and the Old English word "ēage" meaning "eye".
Description
An artificial eye is typically made of medical grade plastic material, such as poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA). It is custom-made to fit the individual's eye socket and match the color of the existing eye. The artificial eye does not provide vision, but it helps to maintain the shape of the eye socket and support the eyelid.
Related Terms
- Ocular Prosthesis: A type of artificial eye that replaces an absent natural eye following an enucleation, evisceration, or orbital exenteration.
- Scleral Shell: A type of ocular prosthesis that covers the remaining eye tissue in cases where the entire eye cannot be removed.
- Ocularist: A specialist who designs and fits artificial eyes.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Artificial eye
- Wikipedia's article - Artificial eye
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