What is LASIK Eye Surgery?
LASIK is widely recognized as one of the safest and most commonly performed medical procedures available. It’s a long-term solution to common vision problems that can reduce or even eliminate dependency on glasses and contacts.
Lasik Vision Centers of Cleveland proudly offers advanced vision correction options at affordable prices, so you don’t have to wait to experience clearer vision.
How Does LASIK Work?
Vision problems often arise from improper light refraction due to an irregularly shaped cornea. Light rays bend through the cornea and lens to focus on the retina, forming visual images. An irregular cornea can cause light to refract incorrectly, leading to blurry or distorted vision. For instance, astigmatism occurs when the cornea is curved more in one direction, like a football, instead of being round like a basketball.
While glasses and contact lenses correct light refraction temporarily, LASIK provides a long-term solution by reshaping the corneal tissue. During LASIK surgery, a small flap is created in the cornea using a laser or microkeratome. The flap is lifted to access the underlying corneal tissue, which is then reshaped with a laser to achieve the desired curvature.
LASIK eye surgery is a refractive procedure that reshapes the cornea to improve vision by correcting how light is processed by the eye.
What Does LASIK Treat?
LASIK can treat a wide range of vision problems, including:
Myopia
(nearsightedness)
Hyperopia
(farsightedness)
Astigmatism
(blurry vision at all distances)
The Benefits of LASIK
LASIK is a life-changing procedure.
Fast procedure
LASIK eye surgery is often quick. It typically takes about 10 minutes, with the laser used for only a few seconds on each eye.
Quick recovery
The recovery from LASIK is also usually fast. Most patients are back to their normal routine within 24 hours, and don’t need to take time off from school or work.
Makes life easier
LASIK can free you from the hassles of glasses and contact lenses, meaning you’ll have less on your mind.
Long-term savings
LASIK is a one-time investment that can lead to a lifetime of savings by reducing or even eliminating the costs associated with glasses and contact lenses.
LASIK Technology at Lasik Vision Centers of Cleveland
We’re committed to using only the latest in LASIK technology to offer our patients the best visual results possible. Dr. Eippert and his team perform a full range of vision correction procedures, including All‑Laser LASIK and Contoura LASIK, designed to treat a wide variety of patients and visual needs.
Types of LASIK
Custom Wavefront LASIK
This is one of the latest advancements in vision correction technology. Wavefront-optimized technology can precisely map the eye’s surface, capturing detailed measurements traditional LASIK methods cannot. This offers patients a more personalized treatment, which can result in sharper visual outcomes with a reduced risk of glares and halos.
Contoura LASIK
As the latest in FDA-approved technology for LASIK, Contoura technology uses a high-definition camera to map 22,000 individual points on the cornea, allowing the surgeon to create a more precise treatment plan to ensure superior visual results.
Most patients walk away with 20/20 vision after Contoura and Custom Wavefront LASIK, though a higher number achieve 20/15 vision or better following Contoura, since it can offer more precise, personalized results.
Take the first step toward clearer vision
At Lasik Vision Centers of Cleveland, we offer free consultations where we’ll evaluate your candidacy and recommend the best procedure based on your visual needs.