New Laser may Improve LASIK Accuracy

All FDA-approved lasers used in LASIK today are effective and safe, however, LASIK technology also continues to evolve and improve upon itself.

According to Healio.com, an ophthalmology news website designed for doctors and other health professionals, a new laser used in combination with an excimer laser can improve the accuracy, safety and effectiveness of the LASIK procedure. The lasers are the Ziemer Femto LDV Z4 femtosecond laser and the Schwind Amaris excimer laser.

 According to an eye surgeon quoted on Healio, the new femtosecond laser allows LASIK surgeons to individualize the cornea flap created in the procedure to the unique patient. The surgeon had presented the LASIK results of 35 patients (70 eyes) treated with the combination of lasers above. All the eyes operated on were 20/20 three months after LASIK.

When choosing a LASIK doctor, you should make sure the surgeon uses state-of-the-art equipment. The surgeon's skill and experience, combined with the technology used, are critical to the success of your LASIK surgery.

If you want to find out if LASIK can improve your vision, please contact an experienced eye surgeon in your area.