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 Laser Vision Correction: Another option to glasses and contacts
Over the years, TSO Doctors of Optometry have carefully followed and monitored the advances, benefits, risks and outcomes of laser vision correction procedures to treat myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.
Today, IntraLASIK is the latest technological breakthrough in laser vision correction. During the procedure, diagnostic information is gathered during a scanning process. This information is fed directly into an eye-tracking laser. Just like your fingerprint and DNA, the information fed into the laser is unique to your eyes only. Each of your eyes receives its own custom laser procedure, with no two custom procedures in the world being identical.
Similar to traditional LASIK, the new procedure is performed under a protective flap and takes only a few minutes to complete. IntraLASIK is performed in two steps:
- Creating a very thin flap of tissue on the surface of the cornea. The flap is folded back during treatment.
- Reshaping the exposed surface with the Excimer laser and replacing the flap.
Until now, the flap has been created with a mechanical, bladed device called a microkeratome. New instrumentation to create the flap eliminates the blade for added safety since there is little or no risk of flap irregularities. Patients remain awake and comfortable during the entire procedure. Most patients report little, if any, discomfort. The all laser approach allows surgeons to design the flap specifically to the patient's visual needs. The increased precision of IntraLASIK leaves the patient with a stronger, more stable eye.
The Doctors of TSO understand that having IntraLASIK is a personal and serious choice. What is important to remember is that choosing a surgeon who is qualified, skilled, and experienced in performing IntraLASIK is a critical part of the decision making process.
TSO is here to help you make that decision by:
- Providing information and answers to your questions
- Determining if you are a good candidate for laser vision correction
- Explaining the risks as well as the benefits of laser vision correction
- Referring you to a laser vision correction surgeon most qualified to help you reach the best outcome possible
- Inviting you to have your TSO Doctor of Optometry co-manage your care with your surgeon before and after your procedure
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