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WHAT IS IntraLASIK? |
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Traditional Lasik Process
LASIK (Laser Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) involves the creation of corneal flap in combination with the accuracy of the excimer laser technology to correct the refractive errors – shortsightedness and / or astigmatism by reshaping the cornea so that it’s focusing onto the retina without the use of glasses or contact lenses. |
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IntraLASIK
VISTA VISION SPECIALIST is proud to offer IntraLASIK, a form of LASIK procedure made possible by the IntraLase Laser, to our patients. IntraLASIK is a proven, computer-controlled, all-laser technology with the safest, least invasive option in creating the corneal flap. |
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Prior to the Intralase laser, LASIK’s first step was done manually with an oscillating razor blade, called a microkeratome. This device causes the majority of LASIK complications and can be unpredictable even in skilled hands. |
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The flap is then lifted to expose the inner cornea for the second step: vision treatment by the excimer laser. |
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| The ultra-fast IntraLase FS60TM laser uses an infrared light beam, generating 60,000 pulses per second, to prepare an optimal corneal architecture below the flap. |
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Using an “inside-out” process, the IntraLase laser is precisely focused to a point within the cornea, where thousands of microscopic bubbles are formed to define the architecture of the intra corneal surface and the resulting flap. |
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The surgeon controls flap diameter, depth, hinge location and width, and side-cut architecture - factors that can be varied per patient. Bubbles are then stacked along the edge up to the corneal surface to complete step one.
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The surgeon then exposes the prepared corneal bed for excimer laser treatment by lifting the flap. The LASIK procedure is complete when the flap is securely repositioned on its beveled edge. |
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| Microkeratome / Blade / Separator |
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| Computer-controlled IntraLase Laser |
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Custom Lasik :
NASA iLASIK using VISX STAR S4 Iris Registration Excimer Laser System |
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LASIK is performed on an outpatient basis and takes approximately 15 minutes per eye to perform. Although patients often feel some pressure sensation, the procedure is painless. Topical anesthetic drops are used to numb the eye and an eyelid holder is used to prevent blinking. Patient is asked to focus on a target light throughout the procedure.
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