Clear Vision without glasses or contact lenses!

LASIK

Laser-Assisted in-Situ Keratomileusis, better known as LASIK, is now in its second decade of helping patients to reduce or eliminate their dependence on glasses and contact lenses. Today LASIK can improve a wider range of vision problems than ever before, enabling our physicians to change the lives and the quality of lifestyles for the many individuals that are bothered or restricted to glasses and contact lenses.

What is LASIK?

LASIK is a laser vision correction procedure that treats myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism by removing and permanently reshaping corneal tissue with a computer controlled laser, resulting in images focusing correctly on the retina.

If you are least 18 years old and your glasses or contact lenses have not required a significant prescription change in one year, you may be a candidate for LASIK!

Dr. Brightwell using the VISX Laser

How does it work?

LASIK is an outpatient surgical procedure, performed at our Suburban Excimer Eye Care Center lasting approximately 10-15 minutes per eye.

During the Lasik procedure, a very thin flap is made using an instrument called a microkeratome or with an Intralase FS (Femotosecond) laser. This flap is gently folded back and a cool beamed laser is used to remove and reshape the exposed corneal tissue and the flap is then folded back into place without the need for sutures. The actual laser time is usually only between 30 and 45 seconds. Anesthetic eye drops (numbing drops) are used during your procedure to keep you comfortable and you will be given something mild to help you relax.

State of the art diagnostic and laser systems, the Wavescan Wavefront systems and the StarS4 Excimer Laser system deliver precise levels of accuracy and treatment results.

To learn more about the Visx Laser, visit Visx.com

For more information on Laser Vision Correction or to schedule a FREE personal consultation, contact Jon Ann Johnston at the office listed below. Financing is available.

Kentucky Eye Care, P.S.C.

Eye Physicians & Surgeons
Springs Medical Center
6400 Dutchmans Parkway, Suite 125
Louisville, KY 40205

eyedocs@kentuckyeyecare.com

Phone: (502) 896-8700 or Toll Free: (800) 896-8656
Fax: (502) 896-0813