Custom Bladeless LASIK Surgery

Custom Bladeless LASIK is generally suitable for individuals over the age of 18, given that their vision prescription has remained stable for at least a year. This stability ensures the effectiveness of the LASIK correction over time. Potential candidates must consult with our eye care professional to assess their eligibility based on their specific circumstances.

The eligibility for Custom Bladeless LASIK when experiencing dry eyes depends on the severity of the condition. Mild or occasional dryness may not necessarily disqualify you, but it's essential to discuss your dry eye symptoms with our eye care professional during the consultation. They will evaluate the extent of dryness and may recommend pre-operative measures, such as artificial tears or other dry eye treatments, to address the issue before undergoing Custom Bladeless LASIK. Open communication with the eye care professional is crucial to ensure a thorough assessment of your eye health and determine the most suitable course of action for your specific situation.

The timeline for achieving optimal vision after Custom Bladeless LASIK varies among individuals. While many patients notice significant improvements within the first 24 to 48 hours, it may take several weeks for vision to stabilize fully. Some individuals may experience ongoing enhancements in clarity and sharpness for several months as the eyes continue to heal. Regular follow-up appointments with our eye care professional are crucial to monitor progress and ensure the eyes are healing as expected.

During Custom Bladeless LASIK surgery, patients typically experience minimal discomfort due to numbing eye drops administered beforehand. Some may feel slight pressure or sensations, but pain is uncommon. After the procedure, temporary sensations like itching or burning may occur, generally resolving within a few hours with proper post-operative care.

Custom Bladeless LASIK differs from traditional LASIK in the method used to create the corneal flap, a crucial step in the surgical process. In traditional LASIK, a microkeratome, a mechanical blade, is employed to make the corneal flap. In contrast, Custom Bladeless LASIK utilizes femtosecond laser technology to create a precise, bladeless corneal flap. This advanced laser technology enhances the accuracy of flap creation, allowing for a more customized and tailored approach to vision correction. Custom Bladeless LASIK also incorporates customized technology, enabling a personalized treatment plan that addresses unique imperfections in the eye, potentially resulting in improved visual outcomes and reduced side effects compared to traditional LASIK.

Yes. With the newest femtosecond LASIK technology, the laser creates a thin, precise uniform flap following the contour of your cornea and it better adheres to the cornea when placed back. There is also less risk of flap complications compared to Blade LASIK

Anesthesia is given for your comfort during the procedure. It is not usually painful

With Bladeless LASIK, the surgeon creates a hinged flap using the a laser, lifts the flap, uses another laser to reshape the cornea, then the flap is placed back onto the corneal bed. The reshaping of the cornea is precisely designed to help you see better without corrective lenses

Speed and comfort are the primary benefits of traditional blade LASIK, however there is a higher risk of flap-related complications, whereas with bladeless LASIK, the risk of flap complications are much reduced. There is also greater precision with bladeless LASIK

They are donated for eyecare missions, where eyecare professionals volunteer in communities that do not have direct access to eyecare. The donated glasses are cleaned, measured and sorted. Some of the people in these communities cannot see without glasses, and your glasses may be a close enough match to their prescription that can postively change their lives.

Rarely does myopia return after LASIK surgery

Your vision may change if there are other eye conditions unrelated to the cornea and unrelated to LASIK that develop over time. It is important after LASIK to have regular eye examinations every 1 to 2 years to ensure that the eye is healthy

The majority of patients are not depending on corrective lenses after surgery, or they become much less dependent. Final surgical outcomes depend on the tissue response and how you heal

LASIK is a permanent surgical vision correction procedure. Retreatments are possible if the eye changes, which is uncommon

Yes. Many patients consider getting Presbyond/Laser Blended Vision, which addresses near, intermediate and far visual needs. Some patients wish to have their distance vision corrected so that they can enjoy their active lifestyles with better distance vision and do not mind wearing reading glasses

Most patients will not need any additional LASIK surgery in the decades to come. Only one to two percent of people may benefit from a touchup

No, patients do not usually need touch ups unless their vision has changed and if a thorough evaluation has determined that a touchup will improve the vision