The i-Lasik procedure is one of the most precise medical procedures performed today. The surgeons now have precise tools to measure and map the uniqueness of your eyes. The 3D mapping technology literally creates a blueprint (or fingerprint) of your eye, allowing the surgeons to then custom-fit the i-Lasik procedure for each of your eyes.

The i-Lasik procedure itself is revolutionary in its use of two computer guided lasers instead of one as in earlier generations of Lasik. First the ultra-fast Intralase Femtosecond Laser, creates a thin corneal flap, which is folded back. Then the second laser, the Visx Star S4 with 3D eye tracking and iris registration, is used to correct your vision based on the exact measurements of your eye(s). The procedure takes just minutes. Patient’s experience a quick virtually painless procedure with the potential of 20/20 or better vision.

The i-Lasik procedure is tailor made for you, your vision, and the unique characteristics of your two eyes. The 3D mapping, precise measurements, and the use of the two most  advanced lasers differentiate the i-Lasik procedure from traditional bladed surgery. i-Lasik is the final frontier of Lasik since NASA approved the i-Lasik procedure for its astronauts. Additionally, the United States Military and most Law enforcement agencies have approved i-Lasik. This following a review of extensive clinical data, which shows, the use of two lasers provides superior safety and vision as compared to earlier forms of the Lasik procedure. You should rest assured there is nothing better.

There is minimal discomfort associated with the surgery. Patients are usually aware of the creation of the protective flap. The eye is pressurized with a suction ring, which keeps the eye from moving during this process. The eyes are light sensitive may sting and feel scratchy right after the procedure. You are instructed to go home and rest for 3-4 hours. Your eyes may be a little scratchy for the first few days. Preservative free artificial tears are recommended.

Yes, both eyes can be done at the same time. There are a few conditions that may require you to have one eye done at a time.

Obviously i-Lasik patients should not drive until they are confident their vision is stable. Typically, most patients are able to drive the next day, and people return to work within  One to two days following their procedure.

i-Lasik will greatly reduce or eliminate your dependence on glasses or contacts. Patient’s over 40 years of age may still need reading glasses. Like any medical procedure, the are no guarantees, but over 98% of our patients can pass their driver’s license test without corrective lenses.

Until now, physicians have been forced to practice a one-size-fits-all treatment. This corrected an individual’s vision fairly well, but it doesn’t correct it precisely. It’s not tailored to each person’s blueprint (fingerprint) image of their eye. Now, with Wavefront technology, we can customize a treatment for the unique characteristics of each patient’s

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Because the Customvue i-Lasik corrects the unique imperfections in each individual’s vision it is likely that night vision will be improved. In a clinical study, four times more patients were very satisfied with their night vision after the surgery. Compared to their night vision with glasses or contacts.

Halo’s – every person, whether they’ve had i-Lasik surgery or not, experiences halo’s  around bright lights in the dark. It’s a normal part of vision. After treatment your halo’s may be different than before the treatment, they may be more noticeable. However, they typically will improve or return to their pretreatment level, after about three months. It is very important to keep your eyes lubricated. Studies have shown that with the new Laser technology the average patient actually experiences fewer halo’s after i-Lasik than before the treatment.

Just as glasses or contacts help you to see clearly, so does i-Lasik vision correction. But there are some guidelines:

• Age: You must be at least 21 years of age, with stable vision. 
• Prescription: Must fall with-in the treatment parameters of the Laser. There is a limitation to the amount of prescription that can be treated.
• Eye health: Eyes must free of cataracts, any cornea disease (kerataconus, Fuch’s  dystrophy). Certain retinal or optic nerve changes. Patient should also inform the  doctor of any other conditions, including amblyopia (lazy eye), strabismus (muscle surgery). Or any active, recurrent or residual conditions that may hinder the healing. Cornea thickness is also very important in determining the type of Lasik surgery that is  right for you.
• General Health: Certain health problems can disqualify you from being a good candidate. Uncontrolled diabetes, Auto-immune disease, keloid scarring or herpes zoster. Please  Inform the doctor of any medications you take that compromise the immune response.
• Pregnancy: patient should not be pregnant or nursing when undergoing Lasik surgery.Hormones changes can affect the stability of your prescription, so if you are pregnant or nursing you need to wait 6 months before being evaluated.
• Contact lens: If you are a contact lens wearer you must stop wearing your soft contacts for 10 to 14 days before your consultation and surgery. If you wear gas permeable you must have them out for 4 weeks. Your lens can alter the shape of the cornea which can change your prescription and your outcome.
  Virdi Eye Clinic we will provide you with a laser vision consultation at no charge.During this visit further testing is done to determine your candidacy, and any questions you may have will be answered.

While the effects of i-Lasik surgery are permanent, the benefits can decrease over time. For most patients, the results of this surgery will last a lifetime. About 10-12% of patients  nationwide will need an enhancement surgery because of anatomical changes to the eye/eyes.

Generally speaking, there isn’t a limit to how many times you can get i-Lasik surgery during your lifetime. But that doesn’t mean you’re a good candidate for an enhancement. The main driving factor in whether or not you can have a i-Lasik enhancement is how thick your cornea is. 

Laser vison correction is an elective procedure which is paid for by the patient. Many patient’s will pay for their procedure using their Flexible spending or Health savings Accounts. While most insurance plans don’t cover refractive surgery, more are offering discount programs for a percentage off the cost of the procedure. It is your responsibility to check with your vision plan to see if they offer any discounts. You must let the us know before your surgery or these discounts will not apply. There is an 18 months interest free financing option available. Please ask our i-Lasik coordinator, Susan Eaker, any further questions you may have on cost, discounts and financing at your consultation.