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Custom LASIK surgery means that the procedure is either "customized" to a particular eye and the unique shape that is present or is "optimized" to eyes in a similar circumstance. The concept for custom LASIK became very popular about 5 years ago when it was thought that every eye could have a treatment that was specific for that eye and thus patients would achieve fantastic vision results. What was found is that LASIK by its nature alters the natural prolate or pointed shape of eyes in nearsighted patients, and that the custom treatments at best minimized the distortions created by the laser treatment itself. More effective are wavefront optimized treatments which are designed to maintain the natural prolate shape of the eye, and not add any distortions but to simply fix the vision more naturally. This is the basis of many treatments done with lasers such as the Zeiss or the Allegretto which are desired worldwide. There are a small number of eyes that truly need custom treatments, but for the most part the newer custom optimized treatments give the best results and the happiest patient outcomes. There is some controversy about this within the industry, but most have come to believe what is stated here.
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Where would a person go to get information on custom LASIK surgery?
Many businesses offer custom LASIK surgery. If you are interested in this kind of surgery you should check first with the local Better Business Bureau to be sure this is a licensed business. Many local papers also carry advertisements for doctors offering this service.
What is custom lasik?
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What exactly is Lasik surgery?
Doctorc is great resource to know information on Lasik Surgery.
Where can I find unbiased information about Lasik surgery?
The FDA Lasik Surgery Guide is your best bet. The FDA gives objective information about what to expect before, during, and after Lasik surgery. Also, there is a list of FDA approved Lasik lasers and a discussion of the risks associated with the surgery. Try Web MD's Eye Health Center. Their page on Lasik surgery gives advantages and disadvantages of the surgery.
Which is the better surgery LASIK, Contoura or Z LASIK?
Lasic
Is lasik surgery tax deductible?
Yes, LASIK surgery is generally not tax deductible as it is considered an elective cosmetic procedure.
What are the risks for LASIK surgery?
Surgeons separate LASIK complications into two categories.
What is the cost of lasik surgery in Pittsburgh?
There are many factors that contribute to the cost of the lasik surgery like type of laser technology and devices used for corneal flap, but you can expect around $2000 per eye for a lasik surgery.
What body part does lasik surgery cut?
LASIK eye surgery is performed on the cornea, the clear covering of the outer part of the eye.
What kinds of vision problems can be corrected by LASIK surgery and by PRK surgery?
Nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism can be corrected using LASIK or PRK.
Can LASIK surgery treat astigmatism?
Laser assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) is the most recently developed type of refractive surgery.
How safe are lasik eye surgeries?
Lasik eye surgery is a very safe procedure. As with any surgery, there are some dangers and these should be discussed with your doctor prior to surgery.
