LASIK eye surgery is a safe and effective procedure that is commonly used today in vision correction surgery. Although LASIK provides improved vision for nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism, a more advanced method is being used that offers even better vision known as CustomVue or Custom LASIK. This procedure offers several advantages over traditional
LASIK eye surgery.
The advantages of custom LASIK surgery over traditional LASIK are due to the technology used. Custom LASIK technology is fully automated and provides improved individual alignment and vision correction. This technology provides up to 25 times more precision in the measurement of imperfections in the eye. It creates a highly detailed map of the eye and produces digital information that is directly transferred to the laser that is used during the procedure. This provides a higher level of accuracy when reshaping the cornea compared to traditional LASIK. Because everyone’s eyes contain different tiny flaws that affect vision, using technology that provides precise measurements of the individual patient’s ocular imperfections allows the eye surgeon to customize the LASIK procedure, so the cornea is reshaped more accurately, resulting in better vision. Custom LASIK advantages include improved night vision, decreased night glare and halos, and most importantly, a possible return to 20/20 vision.
If you are considering custom LASIK surgery and are searching for an extremely qualified eye surgeon, Dr. Alan Carlson is a highly experienced ophthalmologist who specializes in corneal and refractive surgery. Currently staffed at Duke Eye Center, Raleigh, he holds the title of Chief of the Corneal and Refractive Surgical Services department as well as Professor of Ophthalmology at Duke University. Dr. Alan Carlson has outstanding credentials and experience, and he has become one of the most respected eye surgeons in the country. To set up a consultation or receive more information on custom LASIK surgery, visit Dr. Carlson’s website at www.alancarlsonmd.com.
