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LASIK (Laser-In-Situ Keratomileusis) is currently one of the most frequently
performed elective procedures in North America. It is a highly, effective outpatient
procedure that is suitable for most low, moderate and higher prescriptions.
LASIK uses a cool beam of light from the excimer laser to gently reshape the
front surface (cornea) of your eye.
The Latest in Vision Correction: CustomLASIK
While conventional LASIK has been a complete revolution in vision correction,
we also offer the latest in laser vision correction technology: CustomLASIK.
CustomLASIK is a procedure that enables your surgeon to further customizes
the conventional LASIK procedure to your individual eyes. This customized procedure
may result in patients seeing clearer and sharper than ever before. FDA studies
show that CustomLASIK may produce better vision than is possible with contact
lenses or glasses.
In clinical studies, CustomLASIK has been able to provide patients
with:
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A greater chance of having 20/20 vision
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The potential for better vision than is possible with contacts or glasses
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Less incidence of glare and halos
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Potentially better overall vision, even at night
The Wavefront map provides information about the unique visual characteristics
of your eye.
CustomLASIK: As Unique As You Are
Several types of visual imperfections, referred to as lower-
and higher-order aberrations, exist within the eye and may
affect your vision (the amount of these aberrations vary from person to person).
Previously, only lower-order aberrations (such as nearsightedness, farsightedness
and astigmatism) could be measured and treated. Higher-order aberrations may
also have a significant impact on vision and have been linked to glare and
halos. Now CustomLASIK may help to further customize your treatment of these
higher-order aberrations that, in the past, could not be adequately treated
with glasses, contacts or conventional LASIK treatments. Your doctor will
recommend the best procedure for you based on your personal aberrations.
The Technology of CustomLASIK
CustomLASIK uses a wavefront analyzer to measure the way
light travels through your eye. The wavefront analyzer creates a customized
3-D map of your eye that looks at your entire optical system. This map provides
information about the unique visual characteristics of your eye, which adds
an additional level of data about your vision, enabling your surgeon to further
customize your vision correction.
The Near and Far of Monovision
The need for reading glasses as you get older is called presbyopia. When
you have LASIK, you and your doctor may decide to leave one eye slightly nearsighted.
This is called monovision, and may allow you to maintain your ability to read
after presbyopia begins. Your other eye will be fully treated for distance
vision. Gaining this near vision means giving up some distance sharpness.
(Many people have already elected monovision correction with their contacts
or glasses.)
Monovision is helpful for near-tasks such as scanning a menu or article,
but not for reading fine print or reading for a prolonged time. For active
individuals, such as those who play golf or tennis, or who drive a great deal
at night, monovision may not be suitable.
During your consultation, you and your eye doctor will decide which choice
is best for you.
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