Align Your Vision and Restore Your Confidence at Eye Sight Centre.
A squint, or Strabismus, is more than just a cosmetic concern; it’s a functional vision issue where the eyes do not align properly. Whether you are seeking treatment for a child or yourself, Eye Sight Centre, Varanasi offers advanced surgical and non-surgical solutions under the expert supervision of Dr. Richa Srivastava (MBBS, MS Ophthalmology).
Squint occurs when the six muscles that control eye movement do not work together in harmony. This results in one eye looking straight ahead while the other turns:
If left untreated, a squint can lead to Amblyopia (Lazy Eye), loss of 3D depth perception (stereopsis), and significant self-consciousness. In adults, it can cause persistent double vision and eye strain.
With over 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Richa Srivastava is renowned in Varanasi for her precision in muscle-balance surgeries. Her approach combines deep diagnostic expertise with a compassionate touch, ensuring that every patient—from toddlers to seniors—receives a customized treatment plan.
Most people assume surgery is the only option, but Dr. Srivastava evaluates every case for the most effective, least invasive path.
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Treatment Type |
How it Works |
Best For |
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Corrective Lenses |
Specialized glasses or prisms to align the image. |
Accommodative esotropia (farsightedness-related). |
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Vision Therapy |
Targeted eye exercises to strengthen muscles. |
Minor misalignments or convergence insufficiency. |
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Squint Surgery |
Adjusting the tension of eye muscles to align the eyes. |
Constant or large-angle squints in children & adults. |
Squint surgery is a "day-care" procedure involving the weakening or strengthening of the extraocular muscles.
1 Comprehensive Muscle Mapping
Pre-Op Evaluation
Using specialized prisms, Dr. Srivastava measures the exact angle of the squint in all directions of gaze to plan the surgery.
2 The Procedure
Muscle Adjustment
The surgeon makes a small incision in the conjunctiva (the clear tissue over the white of the eye) to reach the muscle. No skin incisions are made, meaning no visible scars.
3 Alignment Fine-Tuning
Adjustable Sutures
In certain adult cases, "adjustable sutures" are used, allowing the surgeon to fine-tune the eye position shortly after the procedure for perfect alignment.
4 Rapid Recovery
Post-Op Care
The eye may be red for 1-2 weeks, but most patients return to school or light work within 3–5 days.
Pediatric Expertise: We specialize in the delicate care required for children to prevent permanent vision loss.
Restore balance to your vision today. Visit Eye Sight Centre for a professional assessment.