Vision Restored Through Rare “Tooth-in-Eye” Surgery in Canada

Vision Restored Through Rare “Tooth-in-Eye” Surgery in Canada
—————————————————–
Doctors in Canada have successfully restored the eyesight of a man who had been blind for nearly 20 years, using an exceptionally rare procedure known as “tooth-in-eye” surgery.

According to the BBC, Brent Chapman lost his vision as a teenager after suffering a severe reaction to the common painkiller ibuprofen. Over the years, he underwent more than 50 unsuccessful procedures, including multiple corneal transplants.

As reported by CNN, the breakthrough came under the care of Dr. Greg Moloney at the University of British Columbia. In this innovative surgery, one of Chapman’s canine teeth was extracted, fitted with a plastic lens, and implanted into his eye socket. The procedure allowed the tooth to serve as a support structure for the artificial lens, replacing his severely damaged cornea.

Following the operation, Chapman regained his sight — a milestone both for him and the Canadian medical community, as such surgeries are rarely performed worldwide.

Experts note that while the “tooth-in-eye” method is highly complex and limited to specific cases of corneal damage, it represents a groundbreaking option for patients who have exhausted conventional treatments.

For Chapman, the surgery marks not only the restoration of vision but also the return of independence after two decades of blindness.