The Procedure

Upon arriving at the office, patients receive a small dose of a relaxant pill.  An hour or so is spent measuring the eyes before the procedure.  Upon entering the laser suite, the patient reclines in the laser chair.  Anesthetics and antibiotic drops are instilled.  There is no intravenous or need for general anesthesia (need to be put to sleep).

• Under the laser the patient is asked to concentrate on a red blinking light.  A retainer is then placed to assist in keeping the eye open.  During the actual procedure, the patient feels pressure and the red light is lost for less than a minute.
• The patient is asked to stare at the blinking red light again once it returns.  As the laser fires, a ticking sound is heard that lasts 10-90 seconds.
• After the laser is completed, the retainer is removed, and the patient is asked to sit up.  Upon sitting, there is some improvement in vision noted.
• The patient is asked to return home and get plenty of rest for several hours following the procedure.  The following morning there is a substantial improvement in vision.  However, the vision continues to incrementally improve for weeks.

Post Operative

There is generally a check up the first day following Lasik.  Drops are used several times daily for 1-3 weeks following the procedure.  You will have several exams to assess the healing and progress over the next several months.

The Cost

Compared to wearing glasses and contact lenses for over 5-10 years LASIK is actually a great value. The initial costs can often be burdensome to our patients. Because we are dedicated to providing excellent affordable vision we have negotiated special payment plans with various providers. Our LASIK coordinator will be happy to discuss these financing options and what this will cost on a monthly basis. Enrollment is often very easy!

The Results

CustomVue™ LASIK Eye Surgery FDA Clinical Trials - Treatment Outcomes in Wavefront Technology FDA Trials

• 98% were 20/20 or better
• 75% were 20/15 or better.
• More than 98 percent of LASIK patients could pass a driving test without glasses or contact lenses one year after their wavefront treatment.