Other possibilities to Vision Correction than LASIK surgical procedure: Laser eye surgery is really a basic expression that relates to a technique where a cool blue laser beam is used to enhance the shape of the surface of the eye (cornea). The actual reshaping is possible below the flap (IntraLase Lasik) or on top (PRK/ASLA). [...]
Archive for July 2010
Laser Eye Surgery in Treating Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
Can laser eye surgery correct severe farsightedness? [Patrick Versace] Farsightedness (hyperopia or longsightedness) is very effectively trteated with modern lasers. We can correct up to 5 D of hyperopia if the eye is healthy. Sometimes fo hyperopia better vision will be achieved with an i,mplantable contact lens or lens replacement procedure. This will be determined by your pre operative [...]
Is Lasik Laser Eye Surgery Painful?
Is laser eye surgery painful? [Patrick Versace] With Intralase Lasik patients describe a sensation of pressure on the eye. This is like having someone press firmly against the closed eyelid for about 40 seconds. Not painful but uncomfortable. Scarey really but as long as you expect it and know it will stop soon and not [...]
Corrective Lenses and Follow Up After Laser Eye Surgery
Can I still wear corrective lenses after having laser eye surgery? [Patrick Versace] Yes, if there is reason to glasses or contact lenses can still be used after laser vision correction. How many times do I need to be seen following the surgery? [Patrick Versace] After surgery we want to see you the next day [...]
Blinking During Laser Eye Surgery Procedure
What if I can’t keep my eyes still or I blink during the procedure? [Patrick Versace] Patients are worried that they will move the eye during surgery and ruin the treatment. It is natural to have this concern and we are all the same! All modern lasers have eye tracking systems so that the laser [...]
Do Contacts Affect your Laser Eye Surgery?
Does wearing contacts affect your laser eye surgery? [Patrick Versace] We ask patients to be out of contact lenses before we take final measurements prior to laser surgery. Contact lenses can alter the shape of the cornea and we ned to ensure that the measurements we use as the basis for surgery are valid and accurate. Soft contact [...]
Are You Required to Wear Glasses After Laser Eye Surgery?
Will I be able to throw away my glasses after having laser eye surgery? [Patrick Versace]There is really no point doing laser vision correction unless you can expect to be free of glasses. With all the procedures we are able to choose from we can customise a vision correction solution for each patient. Sometimes the [...]
Is there a Possibility of Losing Vision after Laser Eye Surgery?
Is there any possibility of losing vision after having laser eye surgery? [Patrick Versace] Yes, with laser vision correction procedures as for any eye surgery there is the risk of loss of vision. This would be a really small risk but it does mean that we have to do everything possible to get everything perfect first time [...]
Differences between IntraLase Surgery and Lasik Eye Surgery
How is IntraLase different from traditional LASIK? [Patrick Versace} Lasik is an operation in two parts; both parts have undergone amazing advances over the past 10 years. Intralase allows creation of the lasik flap using an all laser technique. Cutting with a blade is no longer required and this gives safer and more predicatble outcomes [...]
