2009 Associated Eye Care, Inc.
K. Charles Raffoul, M.D.
Karl J. Luketic, M.D.
Dino J. Costa, O.D.
Carol J. German, O.D.
Christina P. Tam, M.D.
Richard C.Tam, M.D.
Contact Rhonda Arnold, COT at 419.882.0588 for a free LASIK screening to determine if LASIK is right for you.
Performed since the early 1970's, refractive surgery procedures improve vision due to nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism. With the advent of the laser for refractive surgery (photorefractive keratectomy or PRK), a new era in eye care is unfolding. It has been found that the excimer laser procedure combined iwth the creation of a corneal flag (Lamellar Keratoplasty or LK) is an excellent technique for reshaping the surface of the cornea to correct astigmatism. The combination of both procedures is called Laser Assisted In-Situ Keratomieusis or LASIK, and offers the accuracy of refractive lasers with the benefits of the LK procedure's speedy recovery.
Is Lasik for You?
To be eligible for LASIK, the eye must be in good health and vision must be stable. However, some people are better candidates than others and some may be better suited to another refractive surgery technique or a combination of techniques. Consultation with the doctor prior to surgery is important to determine the estimated benefits and possible complications.
To be eligible for LASIK, the eye must be in good health and vision must be stable. However, some people are better candidates than others and some may be better suited to another refractive surgery technique or a combination of techniques. Consultation with the doctor prior to surgery is important to determine the estimated benefits and possible complications.
