https://www.centerforocularprosthetics.com/ocular-prosthetic daily 0.75 2023-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ce435d6bea1ed00016ba287/1558964652247-5MWXNMFZVOPGE4TY6U2Q/MHeiderich_ReflexionenZwei-05-copy.jpg Ocular Prosthetic https://www.centerforocularprosthetics.com/our-team daily 0.75 2026-01-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ec700d8de48b6597ba697c4/41628d66-35f4-4f2d-be20-6d2fe71136c3/IMG_2649.jpg Our Team - Christina Leitzel, BCO, BADO Christina brings a wealth of knowledge and artistic skill to the center. She began her career on the East Coast in Philadelphia, where she worked closely with many distinguished ophthalmologists, including Drs. Carol and Jerry Shields at Wills Eye Hospital and Drs. Bill and James Katowitz at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Driven by a strong desire to expand her expertise, Christina later relocated to the West Coast to further her studies and professional development. Her diverse background adds a new dimension to the center, including hands on experience with cutting edge technology in pediatric care and development. In 2025, she worked closely with OcuCast to help create the first U.S. based 3D printed prosthetic eye, which was unveiled at the International Anaplastology Conference in Belgium. Training & Credentials Host of annual monocular community meetups that foster connection, education, and peer support Advanced expertise in color theory to create highly personalized prosthetics. Board Approved Diplomate Ocularist (BADO), committed to the highest standards of patient care. Active member of the American Society of Ocularists. Provided compassionate ocularistry care in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (2009–2017). Co-founder of the Fun Eye Fund, dedicated to advocacy, creativity, and emotional well being within the monocular community. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ec700d8de48b6597ba697c4/1601576772726-NVHEOJZ6K1LGMDQK5MQ3/DSC00478.jpg Our Team - Arleta Tobias Keene, D.D.S. Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Tobias Keene brings a bit of unabashed Southern hospitality to all his patients. He moved to Washington, D.C. over thirty years ago as a freshman at Ivy College. Right after graduation, he attended World University’s School of Dentistry. Before opening Keene Dental in 1994, he worked for free clinics and some of the finest practices in the District. He is part of the 123 Dental Association and stays up-to-date on the latest dental discoveries. When not striving to keep his patients happy and healthy, he’s enjoys hiking with his family in Rock Creek Park. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ec700d8de48b6597ba697c4/1601932611461-1YQACAXLQLT0YK4OGT8M/DSC00444.jpg Our Team - Loki Loki is joining the Center for Ocular Prosthetics team in 2021, after he becomes a Certified Therapy dog. He’ll be in the office to help comfort adults and kids who may be nervous about getting their prosthetic eye. In his free time, Loki enjoys chewing on toys and going to the dog park. https://www.centerforocularprosthetics.com/insurance daily 0.75 2026-01-08 https://www.centerforocularprosthetics.com/contact daily 0.75 2023-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ce435d6bea1ed00016ba287/1558964652247-5MWXNMFZVOPGE4TY6U2Q/MHeiderich_ReflexionenZwei-05-copy.jpg Contact https://www.centerforocularprosthetics.com/newly daily 0.75 2020-09-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ec700d8de48b6597ba697c4/1601332910499-ASZUFK8GOHWH5O1ZAZO8/DSC00547.jpg New Eye - Second Visit (2 hours long) The wax model of your prosthesis has gone through the initial processing and is ready for painting. To assure maximum accuracy and realism, both the iris (color) and the sclera (white) of the eye are painted and detailed while you’re present. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ec700d8de48b6597ba697c4/1601334089085-PKYCB2HFRSE74ZUY1PUK/DSC00611.jpg New Eye - Final fitting (1 hour) This visit must take place at least 3 hours after your second visit, to allow enough time for your prosthesis to go through its final processing. Before you arrive, the prosthesis will have its final grinding, pumicing, and polishing. Your prosthesis will be inserted and final adjustments will be made. We will make sure you know how to handle and care for your new prosthesis. Finally, we’ll send you home with a special treat to celebrate your new eye! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ec700d8de48b6597ba697c4/1601334719564-I29UCNOGJUCXVL7FPA3D/DSC00599.jpg New Eye - Follow-up (30 minutes) Around 6 weeks after your final fitting, we’ll check the fit, comfort, and appearance of your prosthesis after you’ve gotten used to wearing it. Minor adjustments may be made as needed. You should come in every 6 months to one year to have your prosthetic examined and polished. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ec700d8de48b6597ba697c4/1601332542746-1Y6MLEQ57CWBCNDRTQJ6/DSC00643.jpg New Eye - First visit (3 hours long) We will determine your pupil size and the base color of your iris, and take an impression to determine the contours of your eye socket. We will then make a polished wax model of your future prosthesis. It will be inserted and modified to determine comfort, primary gaze, proper lid relationship, and maximum movement. https://www.centerforocularprosthetics.com/scleral-shell daily 0.75 2026-01-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ce435d6bea1ed00016ba287/1558964652247-5MWXNMFZVOPGE4TY6U2Q/MHeiderich_ReflexionenZwei-05-copy.jpg Scleral Shell https://www.centerforocularprosthetics.com/exam-polish daily 0.75 2026-01-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ec700d8de48b6597ba697c4/1601574613980-F8LRJOG63UL2ZP2N1FMI/DSC00594.jpg Exam & Polish - Exam & Polish You should have your ocular prosthesis examined and cleaned at least once a year. (Most insurance companies cover twice a year or every 6 months.) During this visit, your prosthesis will be given a high polish to restore its appearance. We’ll also check the fit and adjust it as needed to make sure you’re as comfortable as possible. This appointment will take between 15 - 30 minutes. https://www.centerforocularprosthetics.com/faq daily 0.75 2022-11-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ec700d8de48b6597ba697c4/1601325683445-493CF0AJTWUHFURT5PBO/DSC00723.jpg FAQ https://www.centerforocularprosthetics.com/caring-for-your-prosthetic daily 0.75 2020-10-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ec700d8de48b6597ba697c4/1601935815790-2T1P0EU7A3ZUHDFRQUT7/unnamed.png Caring for Your Prosthetic https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ec700d8de48b6597ba697c4/1601935346725-F0YZ269ZF6Z9I9H7S50Z/Screen+Shot+2020-05-07+at+2.08.39+PM.png Caring for Your Prosthetic https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ec700d8de48b6597ba697c4/1601935509289-P9MSJDJ5VH1C0TIFXLS0/Screen+Shot+2020-05-07+at+2.06.16+PM.png Caring for Your Prosthetic https://www.centerforocularprosthetics.com/covid daily 0.75 2020-07-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ec700d8de48b6597ba697c4/1595011407968-TGXG1NIXWABGQFBV05SE/image-asset.jpeg Covid Bottle of hand sanitizer and disposable surgical mask https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ec700d8de48b6597ba697c4/1595011755587-J1TNHYA26LOJV6CH8Y5U/image-asset.jpeg Covid Person’s hand holding a touch-free thermometer https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ec700d8de48b6597ba697c4/1595011670253-TRJ871J3JQIMKE245AA1/image-asset.jpeg Covid Bottles of bleach, hand sanitizer, and Lysol wipes https://www.centerforocularprosthetics.com/products daily 0.75 2021-02-12 https://www.centerforocularprosthetics.com/home daily 1.0 2026-01-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ec700d8de48b6597ba697c4/1601318153517-HL1BM606KDV5QQU6AM5T/DSC00554.jpg Center for Ocular Prosthetics - Seeing Beyond Prosthetics—Designing Confidence, Identity, and Self-Expression At the Center for Ocular Prosthetics, we are dedicated to providing individualized, compassionate care for clients experiencing all forms of vision loss. Our patients are courageous survivors of accidents and illnesses, and we are honored to be part of their healing journey. We take the time to truly get to know each person, allowing us to design a custom, one-of-a-kind prosthetic eye that ensures an ideal fit, lasting comfort, and a beautifully natural appearance. Customization doesn’t stop at realism. Our goal is to help every individual feel confident and comfortable in their own skin, even when their vision for themselves is unconventional. From natural eyes that sparkle, sports team designs, or fully personalized mini murals, we specialize in bringing your greatest ideas and dreams to life. Our office is a space focused on healing, both physical and emotional. We strive to create a welcoming, calming environment where clients feel at ease throughout their visit. The face is deeply personal and often the first thing others notice, so changes or differences can greatly impact confidence. That’s why we proudly offer the best of both traditional prosthetics and fun eyes, expressive designs, helping each client reclaim confidence in a way that feels authentically theirs.