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LASIK Technology
As part of our mission, Dr. Alexandra is committed to
using state-of-the-art technology to offer premium quality care to our
patients. The technology we use must also be backed by proven results,
long-term studies confirming its accuracy and safety, and international
approval from the ophthalmology community.
Our clinic is
outfitted with the latest excimer lasers from VISX. We are therefore
able to recommend treatment options and technology best suited to each
individual's needs.
Dr. Alexandra offers Standard and Custom
LASIK or PRK, as well as All-Laser LASIK. Custom LASIK enables us to
further tailor the procedure to the specific properties of an
individual's eyes. The treatment results in a corneal shape that is
closer to the normal curvature of a healthy eye. This leads to better
quality outcomes for both day and night vision, especially for patients
with high prescriptions, thin corneas and larger-than-average pupils.
Whether it is a pre-operative examination, the actual laser eye
surgery, or post-operative care, Dr. Alexandra will use the most
sophisticated methods and technology throughout every step of your
procedure. She will be able to explain which technology is best for you.
WaveScan WaveFront™ System
The AMO WaveScan
WaveFront™ System leads the industry for outstanding wavefront
acquisition and diagnostic capabilities.
Fast and powerful, the
WaveScan System delivers unprecedented measurement accuracy, enhancing
the precision of the Advanced CustomVue™ procedure.
The WaveScan
captures the unique imperfections of each patient's eye using 100
percent of the available data points for more accurate wavefront
treatment. The system provides the highest resolution available for any
shape pupil (up to 7 mm), enabling precise, individualized treatment for
the broadest range of visual imperfections.
Additional Benefits
Personalizes the Advanced CustomVue™ treatment for each patient
according to the unique characteristics of his or her eyes.
Allows
the linkage of diagnostic information to laser treatment.
Topography
A topography unit is a machine that takes a
specialized photo of the cornea, the front transparent window of the
eye. The resulting photo is a topographic map of the corneal surface,
similar to satellite aerial colour-coded maps of mountains and valleys
on the planet earth.
This map shows the bumps and valleys on the
corneal surface and is used to ensure the cornea is regular and can be
treated with the laser. People with irregular types of astigmatism or
corneal disorders, such as Keratoconus, may be ruled as non-candidates
prior to surgery. These patients may be good candidates for alternative
vision correction procedures to LASIK. The topography is therefore
essential in determining whether or not you are a candidate for LASIK
surgery.
Orbscan Topography is a newer technology that
not only allows Dr. Alexandra to detect these irregularities on the
front surface of the cornea, but also allows mapping of the posterior
corneal surface. Conventional topography machines can onlygive
information about the front surface. Orbscan Topography can also
determine whether the back surface of the cornea is healthy.
This ability to look at the back surface is essential for safety
reasons. The added safety allows Dr. Alexandra to better determine the
suitability of your cornea for surgery.
A pachymetry unit is a
machine that takes a measurement of corneal thickness. It is vital to
assess this before surgery in order to determine if there is adequate
thickness to create the flap and to perform the laser ablation. It is
also vital in assessing the candidacy for an enhancement. People with
thin corneas may not have enough tissue for a primary or a secondary
treatment.
Conventional pachymetry units take measurements at
one point on the cornea. This point is where the probe of the pachymeter
touches the cornea, usually in the centre. The Orbscan technology takes
pachymetry (measurements) optically without touching the cornea. This
allows a measurement reading for the entire cornea; rather than a
measurement at just one point. The ability to determine the thickness at
all points ensures that a thin point is not missed and contributes to
greater safety.
LASIK Laser Used by Dr. Alexandra
Our clinic
uses the latest technology from the world leaders in laser vision
correction, Abbott Medical Optics (AMO).
It is in using this
laser that the laser eye surgeon's expertise is critical. In addition to
using the latest, proven technology available, the skill and experience
of your vision correction surgeon and the quality of care before and
after LASIK surgery are equally important factors affecting final vision
outcomes.
To find out if LASIK is right for you, you'll have to
undergo our comprehensive eye exam. There is no obligation and it's
free, so you really have nothing to lose. Book your free consultation
today!
STAR S4 IR™ Excimer Laser
The STAR S4 IR™ Excimer Laser
System is designed to bring Advanced CustomVue™ laser vision correction
to life. The STAR S4 IR™ Excimer Laser reduces thermal effects on the
cornea, allowing the surgeon to perform the Advanced CustomVue procedure
quickly and effectively, while maximizing patient safety.
Using
the STAR S4 IR™ Excimer Laser System, surgeons can deliver the broadest
range of wavefront-guided laser vision correction treatments to
patients. In fact, more than 94 percent of eligible candidates in the
U.S., and more than 99.75 percent outside the U.S., may potentially
benefit from the Advanced CustomVue procedure.*
Benefits
Delivers benefits of Iris Registration.
Conserves tissue by
optimizing treatment times and minimizing thermal effects on the cornea.
Minimizes additional time for wavefront-guided custom treatment over
conventional treatment.
Eliminates the need for dilation; laser
tracks on the natural pupil.
Femtosecond Lasers Used by
Dr. Alexandra
Dr. Alexandra uses the latest femtosecond
technology from the world leaders in laser vision correction, including
the IntraLase laser and the Ziemer laser/
Our experienced
surgeon uses femtosecond lasers to create the flap during the All-Laser
LASIK procedure. This laser is used instead of the thin-flap
microkeratome. While some patients may feel more comfortable with a
bladeless procedure,
research has shown that both procedures offer
similar outcomes.
During your pre-operative consultation, Dr.
Alexandra will be able to assess which procedure is best suited for your
eyes.
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To find out if LASIK is right for you, you'll have to
undergo our comprehensive eye exam.
There is no obligation and it's
free, so you really have nothing to lose. Book your free consultation
today! |
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