LASIK TECHNOLOGY
LASIK is the leading global choice for reducing or eliminating reliance on glasses and contact lenses, and we offer the latest LASIK technology available! Since the first LASIK procedure over 17 years ago, more than 14 million procedures have been conducted in the United States alone.
LASIK effectively addresses varying degrees of nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. The procedure involves reshaping the corneal tissue beneath the eye’s surface to correct vision. Most patients experience minimal discomfort and enjoy a rapid recovery, as the procedure is virtually painless. We use numbing drops instead of needles, ensuring a comfortable experience without any pain sensations.
LASIK: TWO STEPS FOR BETTER VISION
In the first step, a corneal flap is created—this is a thin, hinged layer of tissue lifted back like opening the hood of a car. This procedure is performed with exceptional accuracy using a computer-guided laser known as Intralase. The Intralase technology allows for custom-designed flaps tailored to the unique parameters of each patient’s eye, making it the safest and most precise flap creation method available today.
The second step involves correcting vision by using an excimer laser treatment. This laser emits a cool, invisible beam that precisely removes the prescription from the cornea. The treatment, which lasts between 15 to 45 seconds, is pain-free. The excimer laser offers unprecedented precision, removing 0.25 microns of corneal tissue with each pulse.
These treatments are personalized through a technique called Wavefront Analysis, which takes into account the specific prescription characteristics of each patient. This method ensures the highest level of precision in laser vision correction, leading to better visual outcomes.
RECOVERY
Recovery from LASIK is typically straightforward. Many patients experience noticeable improvements in their vision, often without the need for glasses, by the evening of their surgery. Functional vision generally returns within 24 to 48 hours. The recovery process is usually painless.
LEARN MORE ABOUT LASIK TECHNOLOGY
The initial crucial step in the iLASIK procedure involves the use of the Intralase Femtosecond Laser. This advanced technology, the Intralase FS Laser System, represents a significant advancement over the traditional manual microkeratome by employing a computer-guided laser beam to create a precise corneal flap. The primary benefits of the Intralase system are enhanced safety and improved visual outcomes, which have been demonstrated through its use.
Because your vision is as unique as your fingerprint, Dr. Eisner uses the WaveScan Wavefront System to create a detailed WavePrint Map. This map does more than just chart the surface of your cornea; it captures how your entire optical system processes light, identifying even the smallest imperfections in your eye’s focusing system.
With this comprehensive data, Dr. Eisner can:
- Determine with precision if you are a suitable candidate for laser vision correction.
- Develop a tailored treatment plan based on your specific vision requirements, using insights from other diagnostic tests.
The WavePrint Map employs technology originally designed to correct light distortions in astronomical observations, allowing researchers to view distant stars and planets clearly. Similarly, this advanced technology measures light waves as they pass through your eye, providing a highly accurate and detailed analysis of your vision.
The Pentacam Anterior Chamber Mapping System plays a crucial role in assessing LASIK candidacy by evaluating the overall health of the cornea. Corneal topography, which measures the elevations and curvature of the corneal surface, helps identify healthy corneas as well as any irregularities or pathologies that may contraindicate LASIK.
The Pentacam employs Sheimpflug Imagery to provide Dr. Eisner with a 3-D view of both the front and back surfaces of the cornea. It scans and measures the entire cornea and anterior chamber in under two seconds, offering a more detailed and precise assessment of your optical system than previously possible.
With over four and a half years of experience using the Pentacam, Dr. Eisner is exceptionally skilled in evaluating candidacy. This evaluation is a vital component of the pre-operative process, ensuring that all potential patients receive a thorough Pentacam assessment.