Wavefront Lasik May Be the Superior Lasik Eye Surgery Procedure
Wavefront Lasik is called by some a slightly better procedure than the traditional lasik eye surgery operation. Also called custom wavefront lasik, this procedure is more precise than other procedures because it maps corneal irregularities before the surgery begins.
This means that the wavefront lasik procedure (which is also more expensive) is more attuned to the actual eye it is being performed on. With a detailed map of the specific eye, in theory the procedure can be more effective in solving the particular vision deficiencies of the patient.
Traditional lasik utilizes a similar way of measuring the eye as when you get fitted for contacts or glasses. For people with minor vision modifications needed, this is fine. But for people with higher order aberrations, they may need a more exact procedure.
Nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism are some of these lower level problems that the normal lasik eye surgery may be used with great effect on. Other problems may require more specialization.
Wavefront lasik eye surgery works in a few steps. First, the doctor shines a light into the eye. A computer inputs the data (which will show any abnormalities in the eye) and analyzes the data. Then a three dimensional model of the eye is created and the laser is put to use.
A beam of laser light then shapes the inside layers of your cornea to replicate the particular prescription the patient has in glasses or contacts. In addition, it looks for other repairs that can be made to the eye to improve vision. Wavefront uses more technology–the name is derived from the fact that light waves are used to scan the eye and gather information about the cornea and any necessary vision corrections. Some people have had great outcomes with this surgery.
Some people have trouble with glasses and contacts and just can’t seem to avoid annoying vision problems like glare and the halo-effect of lights at night when they wear glasses. People who just don’t want to deal with glasses and contact lenses also may opt for lasik surgery. It’s very important to talk to qualified physicians about the procedure and be guided by them throughout.
The wavefront lasik procedure can take as little as a half-hour or even shorter, depending on the vision doctor and whatever guidelines he or she follows.
Since the corneal flap that is created is so tiny and is in a high-blood area of the face (the eye) recovery time is very quick. Most doctors recommend lots of fluids and that the patient avoids any kind of eye-straining activities. Reading and even watching television may be considered “too much.”
But even then, the healing process takes only two or three days. Lasik is a procedure that shouldn’t be taken lightly even though the process and the healing seems so quick, relatively painless, and easy. It is always necessary to find a vision specialist you trust and to find advice from people who have undergone the procedure, general basic information about the procedure, and any other information you can find to prepare yourself.
If you are not convinced that one doctor is right, you can always consult others to get a different perspective on your health needs. You only have one pair of eyes–you should take care of them.
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Wavefront lasik will in most cases give better results compared to surgery without using wavefront.
However as you say yourself results are not guaranteed.
Of course with all laser eye surgery there is of course no permanent cure and at some stage later in life spectacles will again need to be worn.
Please read up as much as you can before considering surgery.
Good Luck
Dominic
Retired optometrist and husband of refractive eye surgery patient(now wearing spectacles 9yrs later!)
it totally depends on your Rx and pupil size.
Rx over say -4.50 and/or large pupil size: need the expensive one
Rx under about -4.00 *AND* small or average pupil size: cheaper one is likely fine
"The primary difference between conventional Lasik and wavefront custom Lasik is the mapping system that guides the laser. Wavefront can be used for virtually all laser eye surgery techniques including All-Laser Lasik, Lasik, PRK, LASEK, and Epi-Lasik."
http://www.usaeyes.org/lasik/faq/lasek.htm
http://www.usaeyes.org/lasik/faq/epi-lasik.htm
I could keep copying info that I think is good from these, but there is so much good information. It talks about how after PRK, there was a problem with a little haziness sometimes…because of the injury to the eye, cells were sent there, and created a "haze." And with Lasik, there is a flap, but the cornea is "fooled" into thinking there is no injury, so it won't produce the haze.
Ask your opthalmologist lots of questions because that's his job, so don't feel bad about wanting to be clear about your options.
I had one year ago and have no fear , no commplications at all, the worst thing that can happen is u might feal dryness and have to use gel drops for a while , i still use them when i need to. But i deffenitly felt a difference and i encourage u to go for it. It's worth it!!
Hard to say if its the most popular, but I have heard more than one success story with them. Check out this testimonial from someone who had the procedure done at Lasik Plus San Diego http://www.sandiego-lasiksurgery.com/2008/01/lasik-plus-san-diego-testimonial.html
It'll take a while… Depends on how sensitive your eye is…
they will be with the custom, but your long term will be great. with custom there is more laser so more inflammation. Don't worry you should notice some improvements throughout the day and into tomorrow. I had custom a year and a half ago love it my night time vision is awesome.
good luck, email with any questions
Phil B
It is essential to inform your Dr. of all procedures/surgeries you have had. Especially if you are trying to have another surgery or are trying to get a problem diagnosed.Your desire to have something "fixed" may not be in line with what is medically appropriate for you and by not sharing important information you may set yourself up for problems. Be honest with your dr.
I had lasik eye surgery about 1 ago, so far I have been very happy, but it has cons that were small to me. For instance, I see small halos at night when I'm driving around the street lights and car lights, they are not great enough to really bother me. The paperwork before the surgery is pretty scary, you have to sign a waiver in which it explains all the things that can go wrong, so in the end, you just have to ask yourself if you are willing to deal with the cons no matter their size. There are also about three or four different technology's for laser surgery, I know lasik and wavefront are two different ones. So just make sure your doctor know which technology is best for you.