How to Change Eye Color?
Permanently changing your eye color is possible through medical procedures. These procedures are not without risk, however, and potential complications should be discussed with a medical professional.
Two primary methods exist for permanently altering eye color:
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Laser keratopigmentation: This procedure uses lasers to create a "tattoo" on the cornea, effectively concealing the underlying iris color. This allows for a wide range of color customization.
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Laser depigmentation: This technique removes pigment-producing cells from the iris, revealing the naturally occurring blue or green underneath. The resulting color may be less vibrant than with keratopigmentation.
Important Considerations
- Safety: Both laser keratopigmentation and depigmentation are medical procedures with potential risks and side effects. Thorough research and consultation with a qualified ophthalmologist are crucial before proceeding.
- Permanence: These are permanent changes to your eye color. Consider this carefully before undergoing either procedure. There is no known way to reverse these treatments.
- Cost: Eye color change procedures can be expensive.
Additional Notes from References
Several online discussions and videos mention the possibility of changing eye color in video games or through (currently unproven) methods such as eye drops. These are not true permanent eye color changes and are outside the scope of medical procedures. Examples include issues changing eye color in the video game Saints Row, and discussion of eye color change options in other games like Splatoon 3. One YouTube video also highlights a case where an eye color change procedure went wrong, underscoring the importance of careful selection of medical professionals.
