Laser Vision Correction
WHAT IS LASIK?
Laser vision correction is a procedure that improves vision by permanently changing the shape of the cornea (the clear covering of the front of the eye) with a laser. Often referred to as LASIK (an acronym for the medical term laser assisted in-situ keratomileusis), it is the most commonly performed type of laser procedure and an effective treatment for a wide range of vision problems.
The laser utilizes ultraviolet light to precisely reshape the inner layers of the cornea. The reshaping is capable of correcting nearsighted and astigmatism conditions using the Customvue procedure.
Before having LASIK, most patients couldn’t imagine waking up in the morning and seeing the alarm clock without glasses. They never dreamed they’d be able to drive a car, watch a movie or enjoy sports such as swimming and skiing without contact lenses. Since they were children, this dependence on glasses and contacts has shaped their lives, memories and the way they felt about themselves.
Now, these same patients are pursuing life with new confidence, enthusiasm and ease thanks to LASIK. This remarkable procedure takes only a few minutes to perform, but can have a tremendous impact on your life.
