LASIK Surgery Magnolia Gardens Eye Center. What is LASIK? Procedure uses excimer laser to reshape cornea Surgical procedure to correct myopia, hyperopia,

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LASIK Surgery Magnolia Gardens Eye Center

What is LASIK? Procedure uses excimer laser to reshape cornea Surgical procedure to correct myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism LASIK is acronym for laser in situ keratomileusis

How is LASIK Performed? Patient given valium Eye is anesthetized Suction ring is applied to hold eye steady and check eye pressure Microkeratome (computer-driven scalpel) cuts thin layer (flap) of cornea Flap is lifted and moved to side Laser is carefully aligned over cornea Computer-controlled excimer laser burns away tissue from cornea Flap is returned to original position

How Well Does LASIK Work? Depends on how much correction needed With low to moderate myopia Over 90% achieve 20/40 or better About 50% achieve 20/20 With high myopia (more then –7D) or high hyperopia (more than +4D), fewer achieve 20/40 or 20/20 Complication rate is less than 2% after two years

Will I Need Glasses After LASIK? Most patients over 40 will need reading glasses Patients who wore bifocals might choose monovision One eye for seeing at a distance Other eye for reading

How Soon Will My Eyes Heal? Eye sight improved immediately For several months Night vision might be poor Some patients see glares, halos, and starbursts in dim conditions Dry eyes need frequent drops Greater the correction, longer the time to heal Eye sight continues to improve for six months

What Preparations Are Needed? Complete eye exam for –Health of the eyes –Current vision Analysis of eye pressure, shape of cornea, thickness of cornea Set appointment Make financial arrangements