LASIK
Are you tired of being tied your glasses or contacts to see clearly or carrying around cases and contact lens solution? What happens when you forget to order more contacts, or you break your glasses?
Our surgeons at North Valley Eye Care offer solutions for patients who desire greater visual freedom. They are skilled various vision-correcting procedures including LASIK, PRK, ICL, and Clear Lens Exchange. Our caring staff and doctors are excited to tailor a solution that best works each patient’s lifestyle – which includes greater visual freedom.
Proud Partner with Meriam Park Laser Center
Contoura Vision
At North Valley Eye Care, we are proud to partner with Meriam Park Laser Center to provide our patients with the best possible outcomes for LASIK surgery. They use top-of-the-line diagnostic equipment and two surgical lasers with the Alcon Refractive Suite. Meriam Park Laser Center has the latest technology that offers unmatched precision and results. They can offer a relaxing, spa-like experience within walking distance of North Valley Eye Care.
At Meriam Park Laser Center, we’re thrilled to be the exclusive provider of the groundbreaking Alcon Refractive Suite in Northern California. This cutting-edge technology sets us apart, allowing us to offer our patients unparalleled benefits:
- Unmatched Precision: The Alcon Suite enables us to tailor treatments precisely to your eyes, ensuring exceptional accuracy during your procedure.
- Efficiency: With this advanced technology, our procedures are quicker, making your experience smoother and more convenient.
- Speedy Recovery: You’ll experience faster healing and minimal discomfort, getting you back to your routine sooner.
Being the sole provider of this innovative technology in Northern California reflects our commitment to delivering the best care possible. At Meriam Park Laser Center, we ensure our patients receive superior treatment, resulting in clearer vision and a brighter future.
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Who is a Good Candidate For LASIK?
LASIK isn’t the best vision correction procedure for everyone. Certain health conditions and life situations could prevent you from being a candidate for the procedure.
Also, your refractive error must be within the range of what can be treated with LASIK. To be a good candidate for LASIK, you must:
The best way to know if you are a good candidate for LASIK is to visit your eye doctor at North Valley Eye Center for a LASIK evaluation.
Before/After LASIK
LASIK Alternatives at North Valley Eye Care
LASIK is an exceptional way to gain sharper vision without glasses or contact lenses, but it’s not the only way. If you’re a good candidate for LASIK, North Valley Eye Center offers a number of effective alternatives.
PRK
Patients who can’t undergo LASIK for various reasons may still be able to gain greater visual freedom with another refractive laser surgery called photorefractive keratectomy (PRK). During PRK, the PRK surgeon removes the top layer of the center of the cornea.
The PRK surgeon then uses a laser to remove a small amount of tissue in the exposed area of the cornea to reshape it. Afterward, the PRK surgeon places a type of soft contact lens over the area to serve as a protective bandage while the epithelium regenerates.
Once healed, the PRK surgeon will remove the contact lens.
EVO ICL
Patients who aren’t candidates for LASIK may still achieve greater visual freedom with the EVO Implantable Collamer® Lens (EVO ICL), a biocompatible, reversible vision correction option. Unlike LASIK, EVO ICL does not involve reshaping the cornea.
During the procedure, the surgeon makes a small incision to insert the EVO ICL between the natural lens and the iris, where it works with the eye to correct vision. The lens remains in place indefinitely but can be removed if needed.
Once the procedure is complete, patients typically experience rapid visual improvement with minimal downtime.
Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE)
This procedure involves exchanging the eye’s natural lens for an artificial implant, known as an intraocular lens (IOL). The process is similar to cataract surgery, except that the eye lenses aren’t yet clouded from cataracts.
RLE could be an alternative for some patients, including those with dry eyes or thin corneas.
Why LASIK is Worth the Investment?
LASIK is a life-changing procedure, but many people are concerned about the initial investment. Rather than focus on the cost of the procedure, consider the return on investment.
First, the change in your vision is quick, which means your quality of life will improve quickly as well. After a short adjustment period, you’ll be able to see better and more clearly than you ever have.
You’ll also be able to significantly improve your visual freedom. Glasses and contact lenses are also expensive and unlike LASIK, they aren’t a one-time cost.
The savings you’ll gain over a lifetime from reducing your visual aid purchases. This can partially offset the cost of a LASIK procedure.
There are many other intangible benefits, such as enjoying better vision, which can increase your self-confidence and improve your outlook on life. That can translate into better career and social life choices that could boost your overall quality of life.
LASIK also has a very high satisfaction rating. With over ninety-six percent of LASIK patients happy with their results, it’s clear that LASIK can be an excellent investment.
Do you want to learn more about LASIK or determine if you might be a good candidate for the procedure? Schedule a LASIK consultation at North Valley Eye Center Chico, CA, today!
