Cornea-trained surgeon.
Dr. Shehz has specific training in corneal procedures including CXL, CTAK, and keratoconus management. Not every ophthalmologist performs cross-linking.
CORNEA CARE
Corneal cross-linking near Frisco halts keratoconus early.
If you've been diagnosed with keratoconus or post-LASIK ectasia in Frisco, corneal cross-linking (CXL) can halt progression — and Dr. Shehz performs the procedure 15 minutes south in Plano.
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- FDA-approvedCorneal cross-linking
- ~15 minFrom Frisco via DNT/SRT
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Why Frisco patients come to Plano for CXL
Keratoconus doesn't wait. Neither should your treatment.
A keratoconus diagnosis arrives with one urgent question: who in DFW has the corneal expertise to evaluate it, plan the treatment, and perform the procedure if cross-linking is warranted? It is the same question whether you are a student whose prescription keeps moving, a professional who cannot get contacts to sit right, or a parent whose teenager was just flagged at a routine exam.
Dr. Shehz is a cornea-trained surgeon performing FDA-approved corneal cross-linking at our Plano facility. CXL uses riboflavin and UV light to strengthen the collagen bonds in a weakening cornea, halting the cone-shaped distortion keratoconus causes. For many patients it is the intervention that stops progressive vision loss and preserves the option of scleral lenses or, in some cases, CTAK tissue addition instead of a transplant.
Frisco is about 15 minutes away on the Dallas North Tollway or the Sam Rayburn. Consultations include corneal topography, pachymetry, and an assessment of progression — the diagnostics that decide whether CXL is appropriate now or whether monitoring is the right call. We accept referrals from Frisco optometrists directly and send reports back.
Keratoconus is time-sensitive. The earlier cross-linking happens, the more cornea there is left to preserve.
Diagnostic-first evaluation.
Corneal topography, pachymetry, and progression assessment determine whether CXL is needed now — not every keratoconus case requires immediate intervention.
Full-spectrum cornea care.
If CXL isn't enough, CTAK tissue addition and specialty contact lenses are available at the same practice with the same team.
Beyond drops
Your cornea is weakening. Cross-linking can stop the damage.
Keratoconus causes the cornea to thin and bulge into a cone shape, distorting vision progressively. Without intervention, it can lead to the need for a corneal transplant. Cross-linking is the FDA-approved treatment that strengthens the cornea's collagen structure and halts progression.
The decision to proceed with CXL depends on documented progression — not just a diagnosis. Our evaluation includes the topography, pachymetry, and clinical assessment needed to make that determination.
Treatment optionsHalt progression Reshape without transplant See clearly now
Medical-grade treatment for what drops can't fix.
The right treatment depends on the root cause — meibomian gland dysfunction, aqueous deficiency, corneal irregularity, or a combination. Diagnostics come first; the plan follows.
Corneal Cross-Linking (CXL)
FDA-approved treatment that uses riboflavin and UV light to strengthen collagen bonds in the cornea, stopping keratoconus and other ectasia from worsening.
CTAK (Corneal Tissue Addition)
A custom-shaped donor-tissue inlay placed inside your cornea to round the keratoconus cone back toward its natural shape — less invasive than a full corneal transplant.
Specialty Contact Lenses
Scleral and rigid gas-permeable lenses can restore functional vision while cross-linking stabilizes the cornea — often the bridge between diagnosis and long-term stability.
Getting here
The drive is the easy part.
The route
Dallas North Tollway or Sam Rayburn south — about 15 minutes from Frisco. Ground floor with free parking.
The address
8080 Independence Pkwy, Suite 155
Plano, TX 75025
The visits
A cornea consultation includes topographic mapping and takes about 60–90 minutes. CXL itself is an outpatient procedure performed at our Plano facility.
Open Monday–Friday 8:00–5:00 and Saturday 9:00–3:00, with English- and Spanish-speaking staff. Questions before booking? Call 214-972-2020 and a human answers.
FAQ
Questions patients ask, answered straight.
Don't see your question? Call 214-972-2020 or book a visit and ask Dr. Shehz directly.
What is corneal cross-linking?
CXL is an FDA-approved procedure that uses riboflavin (vitamin B2) drops and UV light to strengthen the collagen bonds in a weakening cornea. It halts the progression of keratoconus and other forms of corneal ectasia.Does my teenager need cross-linking?
If your teen has been diagnosed with keratoconus and the cornea is showing signs of progression, CXL is often recommended early — before more vision is lost. The consultation includes the testing needed to determine timing.How far is Plano from Frisco?
About 15 minutes on the Tollway. Free parking, ground floor.Is cross-linking covered by insurance?
Most medical insurance plans cover FDA-approved CXL when medically necessary for progressive keratoconus. We verify benefits before scheduling.What happens after cross-linking?
The cornea stabilizes over weeks to months. Vision may fluctuate initially. Scleral contact lenses or glasses are used to optimize vision once the cornea is stable.Can cross-linking restore my vision?
CXL halts progression — it doesn't reshape the cornea. For reshaping, CTAK tissue addition or specialty lenses may be appropriate after the cornea is stabilized.
Still have questions?
Talk to our team, no pressure, no sales pitch. We answer the question, not the upsell.
Other options
Need more than stabilization? CTAK can reshape without a transplant.
If cross-linking stabilizes but doesn't adequately correct your vision, CTAK tissue addition can reshape the cornea — and Dr. Shehz performs both in the same facility.
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READY WHEN YOU ARE
Keratoconus doesn't wait. Neither should you.
A cornea consultation determines whether cross-linking is the right step — and how much vision can be preserved. About 15 minutes from Frisco. Call 214-972-2020 or book online.
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