LASIK
Light and images are focused, or refracted, by the cornea, the clear front window of the eye. Vision is clear if the cornea and lens focus the image precisely on the retina. The retina is a layer of light sensitive cells that line the back of the eye. When images are not focused precisely onto the retina a refractive error occurs.

If light and images are focused in front of the retina, distant objects appear blurry. This is called myopia or nearsightedness. If images are focused beyond the retina, nearby objects appear blurry. This condition is called hyperopia or farsightedness. If the cornea has unequal curves, images are distorted because light focuses on more than one point in the retina. This is known as astigmatism.

Glasses or contact lenses correct refractive errors (myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism) by adding or subtracting refractive power. Refractive surgery is intended to improve vision by permanently changing the shape of the cornea and thereby reducing the dependence on glasses or contact lenses.

LASIK, or Laser in-Situ Keratomileusis, is a remarkable laser technology which is reshaping the corneas and thereby reducing or eliminating the need for glasses or contact lenses for hundreds of thousands of Americans every year.  We also offer Wavefront (Custom) LASIK.

FAQ's

Am I a candidate for LASIK?
You must visit your ophthalmologist for more comprehensive tests to determine your eligibility.

What is the age range for this surgery?
Both LASIK and PRK surgery are performed mainly on people in the age range of 21-55 years old but all interested persons should come in for the free screening.

How is the surgery performed?
After numbing the eye with anesthetic drops a holder is placed between the eyelids to prevent blinking. A flap is then made in the cornea of the eye. The flap is folded back in order to bare the cornea. The patient is then asked to look directly at a target light while the laser reshapes the cornea. This is usually accomplished in less than a minute. The protective flap is then folded back into place on the cornea where it bonds with no need for stitches. Some LASIK patients report slight discomfort that fades within a half day to 24 hours.

What kind of laser do you use?
We use the FDA approved Visx Excimer Star 4 Laser with eye tracker, which is a cool beam laser.

How long will I have to miss work after the surgery?
Most people are off work for 1-2 days for the LASIK procedure and 5-7 days for PRK, depending on their occupation.