LASIK and Eye Surgery Blog - Clearview Eye and Laser Medical Center
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Good Candidates for Visian Implantable Contact Lense surgery
Good candidates for Visian Implantable Contact Lens surgery meet the following criteria:
- -3 to -20 (can combine with laser for higher myopes)
- Thin Corneas
- Dry Eyes
- Large Pupils
- High Visual Demands (engineers, professional drivers etc…)
- No change in their eyeglass prescription of more than 0.5D in a year.
- Are not currently pregnant.
- No known allergies to medications used during refractive surgery
- Have dry eyes, severe myopia, or a thin cornea (non-LASIK candidate)
posted by Clearview Staff at 8:48 PM
Monday, September 29, 2008
Defining EpiLASIK
The EpiLASIK procedure is much like PRK. During the procedure the surface of the cornea is ablated after the epithelium, or flap, is lifted in a single sheet. The repositioned flap then is used along with a bandage contact lens while the cornea heals.
To see if EpiLASIK is right for you, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
To see if EpiLASIK is right for you, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
posted by Clearview Staff at 11:19 PM
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Advanced Surface Ablation (ASA)
Advanced surface ablation is also know as modern photorefractive keratectomy. This laser vision correction procedure is almost like sculpting a contact lens directly on the surface of the eye instead of creating a flap like in the LASIK procedure. This procedure is often used for patients whose corneas are too thin for LASIK.
To find out more about Advanced Surface Ablation, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
To find out more about Advanced Surface Ablation, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
posted by Clearview Staff at 9:36 PM
Friday, September 12, 2008
My eyes get itchy during the spring and summer. Is there anything I can do to make them feel better.
Your first step should be to consult with your eye doctor regarding the possibility of allergies.
Allergies can make patients’ eyes feeling itchy before and after laser vision correction. Prescription oral medication and, in some instances, "allergy relief" eye drops can help alleviate this condition, according to Dr. Sandy T. Feldman.
For more information on laser vision correction, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
Allergies can make patients’ eyes feeling itchy before and after laser vision correction. Prescription oral medication and, in some instances, "allergy relief" eye drops can help alleviate this condition, according to Dr. Sandy T. Feldman.
For more information on laser vision correction, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
posted by Clearview Staff at 1:49 PM
Are drops like Visine good for your eyes?
Drops like Visine "get the red out." These drops can be problematic because they contain low levels of alcohol, which may worsen the cause of the redness in the eye. Additionally, they contain an agent to constrict the blood vessels, which when it wears off, just get red again.
Because one of the most commonly treated symptoms post laser vision correction is dry eye; our office is dedicated to helping patients be as educated as possible on the symptoms and treatment of the dry eye condition. We recommend particular non preservative eye drops to be used.
For questions on laser vision correction or LASIK, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
Because one of the most commonly treated symptoms post laser vision correction is dry eye; our office is dedicated to helping patients be as educated as possible on the symptoms and treatment of the dry eye condition. We recommend particular non preservative eye drops to be used.
For questions on laser vision correction or LASIK, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
posted by Clearview Staff at 1:07 PM
Thursday, September 11, 2008
How long will the Visian lens last?
The Visian implantable lens should last for many decades, but can be taken out if patients need other eye surgery or a better technology becomes available.
If you ahve questions on implantable contact lenses or on laser vision correction, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
If you ahve questions on implantable contact lenses or on laser vision correction, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
posted by Clearview Staff at 5:47 PM
What type of material is the Visian lens made of?
The Visian implantable contact lens is made of a highly advanced biocompatible material called Collamer.
For more information on implantable contact lenses or laser vision correction, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
For more information on implantable contact lenses or laser vision correction, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
posted by Clearview Staff at 5:37 PM
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Do a lot of people have the Visian lens?
There are more than 50,000 patients using the Visian lens worldwide and the satisfaction rate is over 99%. To find out more about implantable contact lenses, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
posted by Clearview Staff at 8:57 AM
Where is the Visian lens placed during surgery?
The Visian lense is an implantable contact lense that can be used to treat patients with a high level of nearsightedness. This lense is implanted in the eye’s posterior chamber between the iris and the eye’s natural lens.
Contact Clearview Eye and Laser Medical Center for more information on implantable contact lenses.
Contact Clearview Eye and Laser Medical Center for more information on implantable contact lenses.
posted by Clearview Staff at 8:05 AM
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
Why can’t highly nearsighted patients have laser vision correction?
Some patients who have a high amount of nearsightedness may not have sufficient corneal thickness to create a flap and then apply the laser which also decreases corneal thickness as it reshapes the cornea itself.
Sometimes, doctors can perform surface laser vision correction procedures such as PRK [photorefractive keratectomy], ASA [advanced surface ablation], LASEK or epi-LASIK. Another option is to the implantable contact lens, such as Visian and Verisyse. The lens can be used to correct vision in highly nearsighted individuals.
To see if you are a candidate for implantable contact lens surgery, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
Sometimes, doctors can perform surface laser vision correction procedures such as PRK [photorefractive keratectomy], ASA [advanced surface ablation], LASEK or epi-LASIK. Another option is to the implantable contact lens, such as Visian and Verisyse. The lens can be used to correct vision in highly nearsighted individuals.
To see if you are a candidate for implantable contact lens surgery, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
posted by Clearview Staff at 6:03 PM
What is a high level of nearsightedness?
Severe myopia, or nearsightedness, is considered above -6.00 diopters. A diopter is a unit of measurement of the lens power. The implantable contact lens surgery may be a good choice for some patients with a high level of nearsightedness, according to Dr. Sandy T. Feldman.
To find out more about implantable lens surgery, contact us.
To find out more about implantable lens surgery, contact us.
posted by Clearview Staff at 2:40 PM
Monday, September 8, 2008
Will I have to wear eye protection after LASIK?
Yes, eye protection is needed after LASIK. During your consultation, Dr. Sandy T. Feldman's team will guide you through the healing process and evaluate your individual occupational and recreational needs. This will enable us to accurately educate you on wearing eye protection after your procedure.
Is LASIK right for you? Contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center to find out.
Is LASIK right for you? Contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center to find out.
posted by Clearview Staff at 8:52 PM
What is an excimer laser?
An excimer laser is an ultraviolet laser which contours the front surface of the eye, known as the cornea. At ClearView, we use the latest vision correction technology that includes the VISX Advanced CustomVue with Iris Registration. Iris registration enables alignment of the wavefront guided procedure.
For more information on LASIK and excimer lasers, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
For more information on LASIK and excimer lasers, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
posted by Clearview Staff at 6:05 PM
Thursday, September 4, 2008
What is the difference between Intralase and traditional LASIK?
The Intralase uses a technologically, advanced method to create the thin corneal flap in LASIK. During a traditional LASIK procedure a semi-automated mechanical device, known as a microkeratome, is used to create the flap.
According to Dr. Sandy T. Feldman, during the Intralase procedure, a laser precisely positions a layer of bubbles just beneath the surface of your eye. This generates a smooth even surface after your flap is lifted. The gas bubbles are separated from the tissue to create the flap. With the IntraLase Method, a blade never touches your eye. The Intralase is also computer controlled enabling better precision to control the depth, size and shape of the flap.
For questions on LASIK and Intralase, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
According to Dr. Sandy T. Feldman, during the Intralase procedure, a laser precisely positions a layer of bubbles just beneath the surface of your eye. This generates a smooth even surface after your flap is lifted. The gas bubbles are separated from the tissue to create the flap. With the IntraLase Method, a blade never touches your eye. The Intralase is also computer controlled enabling better precision to control the depth, size and shape of the flap.
For questions on LASIK and Intralase, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
posted by Clearview Staff at 8:23 AM
What is the Intralase?
The IntraLase Method is a 100% blade-free procedure that is used to perform the critical first step in the LASIK procedure; when the corneal flap is created. After the corneal flap is created, the second step of the LASIK procedure is started. During this step, an excimer laser is used to shape the cornea or front surface of the eye.
To see if LASIK is right for you, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
To see if LASIK is right for you, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
posted by Clearview Staff at 7:48 AM
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
What are implantable contact lenses?
Implantable contact lenses also are known as phakic intraocular lens implants. These lenses are implanted without removing your eye’s natural lens, can resemble regular contact lenses or crescent-shaped segments in shape. The lens is placed between the cornea and the iris or just behind the iris.
The lenses treat nearsightedness and are currently being developed to treat farsightedness and astigmatism. To see if implantable lenses are right for you, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
The lenses treat nearsightedness and are currently being developed to treat farsightedness and astigmatism. To see if implantable lenses are right for you, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
posted by Clearview Staff at 11:32 PM
What are Visian lenses?
The Visian lens is an implantable contact lens that corrects a wide range of nearsighted conditions. This lens is often used for patients who don’t qualify for laser vision correction.
To find out more about implantable contact lenses, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
To find out more about implantable contact lenses, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
posted by Clearview Staff at 11:16 PM
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