LASIK
Eye Surgery
 LASIK,
an acronym for LASer In-situ Keratomileusis simply
means, "to shape the cornea from within, using a
laser."
After
the patient’s eye is prepared by instilling
anesthetizing eye drops, a protective drape and eyelid
retainer are applied to keep the eyelid from blinking
during the procedure. An instrument, called a
micokeratome, is then used to create a thin flap in the
cornea. The flap is then gently lifted and folded out of
the way. The Excimer laser is then used to remove a
specific pre-programmed amount of corneal tissue to
correct the patient’s glasses prescription.
The
corneal flap is then replaced to its original position,
where it adheres without stitches.
LASIK
can be used to treat a wide range of refractive errors
including myopia (nearsightedness), astigmatism, and
hyperopia (farsightedness). |
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1.
A
thin flap is created in the upper one
third of the cornea. It is then gently
folded back. |
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2.
The
Excimer laser is used to ablate a
specific pre-programmed amount of the
cornea. |
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3.
The flap is then replaced to its
original position. |
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4.
The cornea is now flatter or steeper
depending on the type of procedure. The
light rays are now focused directly on
the retina. |
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OUR
PHILOSOPHY:
Dr.
Goffman and our "Eyecare Team"
are committed to providing our patients with the most
modern technology while preserving the highest level of
safety, comfort and efficacy.
A gift as
precious as your eyesight should only be trusted to a
highly trained and qualified specialist.
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