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LASIK
LASIK is the most frequently performed laser procedure for vision
correction. It permanently changes the shape of the cornea using an
Excimer Laser. This procedure was first approved by the US-Food and Drug
Administration (FDA) in 1986, and since then millions of people around the
world have had it done.
LASIK is done by applying laser under a corneal flap. It can
correct myopia (near-sightedness), hyperopia (far-sightedness),
and astigmatism (asymmetric-shaped cornea). More than 95% of patients
achieve 20/20 vision or better, and more than 99% of patients are satisfied
with the procedure results. The advantage of LASIK over other procedures
is that it is quick, simple, and painless. Visual recovery is fast, usually within
24 hours. Eye-drops are applied for only one week. And No sun protection
is needed.
LASIK Candidates
Dr. Farah is committed to perform LASIK on only those patients that are
suitable candidates, using advanced diagnostic equipment. It is deemed
that about 15% of patients to be non-candidates for LASIK. In those cases,
Dr. Farah offers them other alternatives.
Who is a Candidate for LASIK?
Three Steps to a Better Vision
Types of LASIK
Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Decide on LASIK
Additional Information
Who is a Candidate for LASIK?
If you are an adult, with myopia, hyperopia , or astigmatism,
you are likely to be a good candidate for LASIK.
The only certain way to find out if LASIK is right for you is to
have a comprehensive eye exam. Dr. Farah provides a free, no
obligation evaluation, so contact us today and book an
appointment to get you started. Below are some general
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Be at least 19 years old
Be in good general health
Have no health issues affecting your eyes
Have no active eye conditions which may affect healing
Have a stable vision prescription for at least one year
Three Steps to a Better Vision
Step 1: The Free LASIK Evaluation XXXX
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Call or email us for a no obligation
appointment. The free LASIK evaluation will take
about 15 minutes. This evaluation will allow us to
provide you with important information about LASIK,
learn about your vision correction needs, and answer your questions.
Step 2: The LASIK Examination
Prior to your procedure, you will have a full eye examination by Dr. Farah.
This examination gives you plenty of time to consider all of your options and
ask any questions you may have.
If you wear contact lenses, remove them at least 3 days before the
examination. Please bring along your current and old glasses (if available), or
the corresponding prescriptions. During the visit, a complete eye
examination is performed with a dilated retinal exam and cycloplegic
refraction, together with an extensive specialized testing consisting of corneal thickness, topography, intraocular pressure, and measurement of
your visual system aberrations.
The LASIK examination typically lasts 1(one) hour. As your eyes will be
dilated with drops, some patients may prefer to make necessary
arrangements for transportation. The types, advantages and downsides of
LASIK in your case will be discussed to help you make an informed decision,
and if you are a good candidate for LASIK, your procedure can be scheduled.
Step 3: The Vision Correction Procedure
Half an hour before LASIK, antibiotics drops are put in the eye and you will
be given a relaxing pill. You will then be brought into the laser room, where
you will be positioned for your procedure. Dr. Farah and two technicians
assisting with your procedure will be in the room with you.
Anesthetic eye-drops are put in the eye, and then a lid speculum is inserted
to prevent you from blinking. During the procedure, slight pressure on the
eye and blurring of vision are felt. You will be asked to focus on a flashing
light while the laser is reshaping your cornea. The LASIK procedure will
typically take less than 30 seconds per eye.
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After the treatment, a clear protective shield will be placed over the
treated eye. LASIK patients are generally quite comfortable but may
experience a scratchy sensation. You will be given medications and drops
to minimize any discomfort. You will be asked to sleep or rest for a couple
of hours. After LASIK, most patients can return to work within one to two
days depending on their occupation. Follow-up exams will take place the
next day, 4-7 days later, and 1 month later. Restrictions after treatment
include no eye makeup, no swimming, and no eye rubbing for 4 weeks. We
also suggest using sports goggles for contact or ball sports for 1 month
after the procedure.
Less than 5 percent of patients require an enhancement procedure (touch-
up) a few months later to sharpen their vision and this is included in the
initial fee if it is needed.
Types of LASIK
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1- Traditional Microkeratome LASIK
Traditional LASIK relies on a basic measurement of your glasses
prescription to guide the laser vision correction. A mechanical device
(microkeratome) is used to create the corneal flap under which the LASIK
treatment is applied using the EXCIMER Laser.
2- Custom Wavefront (CW) LASIK
Custom Wavefront (CW) LASIK is an FDA-approved method that can
improve visual quality. It is a "specialized treatment" using the most
advanced technology in the laser eye surgery
industry, and is used by NASA. CW-LASIK uses a
computerized analyzer called a Wavefront
Aberrometer to measure higher order aberrations
in your visual system, which is specific to you, much
like a fingerprint.
This custom measurement of your “visual
fingerprint” is programmed into the EXCIMER Laser for your LASIK
procedure, thereby correcting not only your basic glasses prescription but
also treating your higher order visual aberrations, for a more personalized
LASIK vision correction. This can optimize vision quality by reducing night-
time glare and halos and other distortions in your vision.
CW-LASIK has been called leading edge because it has the potential to
improve not only how much you see, but also how well you can see.
Recovery time is typically the same with CW-LASIK as with Traditional
LASIK.
3- Femto-Second (FS) LASIK
It is an "All-Laser" LASIK or Bladeless LASIK.
It combines the use of the FEMTO Laser to create the cornea flap and the
EXCIMER Laser to reshape the cornea.
While in Traditional LASIK we use a mechanical device (microkeratome) to
create the corneal flap under which the LASIK treatment is applied, in FS-
LASIK, the corneal flap is created using the FS-laser. This procedure creates a flap that is much more precise in depth and width,
is cleaner, and thinner. This results in many benefits to the LASIK patient.
The major benefit is that more degrees of correction can be treated with
the FS method, with elimination of potential hazards associated with the
mechanical method. More patients achieve 20/20, with a better quality of
vision overall. Furthermore, because of the flap design, the eye is ready to
receive newer methods of treatments if needed later in life (Presbyopia
Procedures).
Because FS-LASIK uses a new technology and reduces the risk of
complications, it does cost more than Traditional LASIK. Patients are often
provided the choice between Traditional LASIK and the newer FS-LASIK or
SMILE-LASIK.
4- SMILE Procedure
It is a minimally invasive, flapless, all Laser LASIK procedure.
SMILE or small incision lenticule extraction combines the advantages of
EpiLASIK (PRK) and LASIK. With this minimally invasive, flapless procedure,
a lenticule is created inside the intact cornea and extracted through a small
incision. Because there is no flap, there are no flap-related complications. It
thus enables more biomechanical preservation and stability along with less
incidence of dry eye.
Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Decide on LASIK
Dr. Farah strives to provide compassionate care. He emphasizes patient
education, to make sure that all of your questions are answered. At
your free evaluation, we will inform you if you are not a candidate for
LASIK, and will explain several alternative procedures to choose from,
including the Intra Corneal Rings (ICR), Collagen Cross-Linking of the Cornea
(CCL), EpiLASIK, Phakic Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL), or Clear Lens
Exchange (CLE). All of your pre-operative evaluation to the post-operative
follow-up will be done by Dr. Farah. He also can co-manage your care with
your local ophthalmologist or optometrist if you choose.
We know you have a choice of where to go for your LASIK vision correction
and want you to have all the facts before you make this important decision,
so be sure to consider the following questions of any provider you’re
considering:
-Will my procedure be performed by an eye surgeon with special training in
the Cornea and Refractive Procedures?
-Will my pre-operative and post-operative care be provided by my
surgeon?
-Does the doctor offer the different types of LASIK?
-Are LASIK enhancements offered for free for up to a year if needed?
-Are alternative procedures offered if I am not a candidate for LASIK, such
as the Intra Corneal Rings (ICR), Collagen Cross-Linking of the Cornea (CCL),
EpiLASIK, Phakic Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL), or Clear Lens Exchange
(CLE)?
Additional Information
For unbiased information on the Internet regarding LASIK, we suggest the
website of the US-Food and Drug Administration, the US government
organization which regulates medical devices including Excimer Lasers used
in LASIK. Click on the following link for more
information: www.fda.gov/LASIK/
The links below will provide you with additional independent information
regarding laser vision correction surgery. The resources are for educational purposes and we believe that the more you understand how LASIK works,
the easier it will be to make an educated decision.
EyeSmart – This site contains information about eye diseases and
conditions, symptoms of eye problems, corrective and refractive options,
and eye health information specific to age groups or activities.
Eye Surgery Education Council – This site contains information about laser
eye surgery to promote active physician/patient discussion about patient
eye care needs.
National Eye Institute (NEI) – As one of the US government's National
Institutes of Health (NIH), the NEI conducts and supports research that
helps prevent and treat eye diseases and other vision disorders.