Method of making an ocular implant
US7491350B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 1, 2004 |
| Grant date | Feb 17, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 23, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2240/002
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method is provided for making a mask configured to improve the depth of focus of an eye of a patient. A substrate is provided with a mask forming feature. The mask forming feature comprises an annular surface that has a curved profile that corresponds to the curvature of a corneal layer of the eye. A release layer is formed on the annular surface. A mask layer of a biocompatible metal is formed above the release layer. The mask layer is separated from the substrate.
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