A squint, also known as strabismus, is when the eyes do not align properly. While the other eye focuses on something, one eye turns inwards (esotropia), upwards (hypertropia), downwards (hypotropia), or outwards (exotropia). This is usually due to the extraocular muscles, which control the movement of the eye and the eyelid, not cooperating. As a result, both eyes cannot focus on the same object at the same time. Squint also prevents binocular vision, making it difficult for the person to appreciate depth perception.
Early detection of squint will allow for more effective treatment. Treatment is usually recommended to correct a squint because it is unlikely to improve on its own and may cause additional problems if not treated early on. If left untreated, it can lead to amblyopia, also known as "lazy eye," in which the brain begins to ignore input from one of the eyes in order to avoid double vision.
Non-Surgical Method
Early detection of squint is critical for preventing irreversible vision loss later in life. Squint treatment aims to improve eye alignment and correct the resulting vision loss (amblyopia). Squinting and amblyopia can be treated with glasses, eye patches, and/or surgery.
Surgical Method
Surgery involves the treatment of one or more of the eye muscles in order to correct the position of the eye. The procedure is carried out in the operating room under local/general anaesthesia. This is a day care procedure, and the patient will be able to resume normal activities within a few days.
Smartvision Eye Hospitals has a dedicated department that assists patients in completing the necessary paperwork for insurance services. Only inpatient procedures and patient surgeries are covered by insurance.
We accept medical policies from a wide range of insurance companies (including state and central governments as well as corporate entities) and Third Party Administrators (TPAs) throughout India. Our insurance department is always available to help with any questions you may have.
Smartvision Eye Hospitals has partnered with Bajaj Finserv EMI to offer no-cost EMI. This assists in obtaining the necessary surgery and repaying bills affordably over a flexible time period of up to 6-12 months.
Cash, UPI, all major credit cards (Master/Visa), and debit cards are accepted at Smartvision Eye Hospitals. A receipt will be provided for all payments made.
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