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For more than 40 years, residents of Royal Oak, Southfield, Troy, and Madison Heights have trusted the experts at Fraser Eye Care Center to help them achieve clearer vision and maintain healthy eyes. Our LASIK specialists use the most advanced technology to provide our patients with bladeless LASIK laser vision correction surgery, making sure they achieve the clearest vision possible.
LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is a vision correction procedure that is performed with a laser. The cornea is reshaped to correct common refractive errors including myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism. These errors are a result of an irregularly shaped cornea, which does not refract light properly and causes blurred vision. Our LASIK surgeons rely on the latest laser technology to reshape patients’ corneas, often allowing them to see clearly without the need for glasses or contacts. Up to 90% of LASIK patients achieve 20/20 vision or better, according to the American Refractive Surgery Council.1
The LASIK surgeons at Fraser Eye Care Center in Royal Oak provide the most effective, most efficient, and safest vision correction surgery available by using the most advanced technology. Originally, LASIK surgeons created a flap in the patient’s cornea using a blade called a microkeratome. Now, we are able to offer fully bladeless LASIK with the additional benefit of Contoura™ Topography-Guided Laser Vision Correction.
With Contoura Topography-Guided Laser Vision Correction, we can provide our patients with increased accuracy as we correct the surface of the cornea. This system scans 22,000 different positions on the surface of the eye to analyze imperfections and give us a customized corneal profile that is unique to each patient. As a result, we can precisely map out and treat each patient’s eyes for the most accurate vision correction.
Bladeless LASIK provides our patients with countless benefits, including:
The first step in determining whether LASIK is right for you is to have a comprehensive examination and consultation with one of our surgeons. During your examination, the doctor will dilate your eyes to be able to visualize their inner structures clearly. Our WaveScan WaveFront™ will also be used to create a 3-dimensional map of the surface of your eyes, and your doctor will discuss your vision and medical history with you.
Each case is unique, but the general requirements for LASIK candidacy include:
For more information on LASIK candidacy, please take this quick, 60-second self evaluation quiz.
Some patients who are not good candidates for LASIK may still effectively achieve clearer vision with a different procedure. At Fraser Eye, we offer a number of refractive surgery options, including:
Once you have been pronounced a good candidate for LASIK and your procedure has been scheduled, a member of the Fraser Eye team will give you detailed instructions on what you can expect as you prepare for and recover from LASIK.
There are a few steps you may need to take in preparation for LASIK. If you wear soft contacts, you should refrain from wearing them for at least 72 hours before your procedure. Wearers of gas permeable or hard contacts will need to stop wearing them for 4-6 weeks in advance of the procedure, since contact lenses can change the shape of the cornea.
You won’t need to follow any dietary restrictions before LASIK surgery. We ask that patients arrive for their procedure not wearing any creams, lotions, or makeup on their faces. The last thing you’ll need to do to prepare for LASIK is arrange for transportation, as patients are not permitted to drive themselves home after surgery. For your convenience, we also offer a shuttle service to take you to and from your surgery appointment.
The LASIK procedure itself takes only minutes, and patients do not require general anesthesia. Your eyes will be numbed with anesthetic drops before the procedure, and you may also be issued an oral sedative to help you relax. A device will be used to hold your eyes open, so you won’t need to worry about blinking during the procedure.
The first step in the LASIK procedure is the creation of a flap in the cornea. The surgeon then gently lifts the flap and uses a laser to reshape the cornea and correct refractive errors. Once the flap is put back into place, it will heal itself.
Immediately after LASIK surgery, your eyes will be covered with a protective shield and you will recover briefly in our offices before being driven home.
After LASIK surgery, once you’ve undergone a quick post-procedure check by your eye surgeon, you will be free to return home. Most patients want to take a nap after their LASIK procedure, and you should spend the remainder of the day resting. Please be sure to protect your eyes while you sleep.
It is normal for patients to experience some irritation, light sensitivity, redness, and watering after LASIK. Be careful not to touch or rub your eyes. Your surgeon will send you home with antibiotic and steroid eye drops, and you’ll need to follow the instructions for administering these drops carefully. Minor discomfort after LASIK can be expected and can be eased with over-the-counter pain relievers. Many of our patients also find that lubricating eye drops or artificial tears help, too.
A week after LASIK, you will notice a vast improvement in your vision. You’ll be able to get back to most of the activities you love, though you should wait at least another week before swimming or engaging in contact sports. Any redness or spots visible on the white part of your eye are normal and should resolve shortly.
Just one day after LASIK, you will be able to get back to non-strenuous activities, reading, and viewing screens. You should still avoid using makeup, and refrain from exercise or strenuous activities. A member of our team will call you to make sure you are recovering comfortably, and you should continue applying the eye drops prescribed by your surgeon.
One month out from LASIK surgery, you will be enjoying excellent vision and no activity restrictions. Your corneal flaps will still be healing, though, so be careful when playing contact sports, doing yard work, or handling small children or pets. It’s not uncommon for patients to continue to use lubricating eye drops one month after LASIK. Around this time, you will come in to Fraser Eye Care for a follow-up visit so that we can be sure we’ve exceeded your expectations.
According to recent research, more than 98% of patients who undergo LASIK vision correction surgery are pleased with their results. While the full extent of your vision correction will become apparent a few weeks after the procedure, many patients notice improvements in their vision in as little as 24 hours. The improvements from LASIK last a lifetime, though this procedure does not prevent patients from developing age-related near vision loss (presbyopia) or cataracts later in life.3
At Fraser Eye Care, we specialize in providing safe and effective vision correction with LASIK refractive surgery. Each member of our team is dedicated to providing top-quality vision care in an environment where patient care is always the highest priority. What makes Fraser Eye so special?
You should not feel pain at any point during your LASIK experience with us. Your surgeon will use anesthetic eye drops to numb your eyes before the procedure, and you will also be given an oral sedative to help you stay relaxed and comfortable. Some patients do experience a slight sensation of pressure when their cornea is reshaped, and any minor discomfort or soreness after the procedure quickly resolves.
Every surgical procedure carries some risk, but LASIK has a low rate of complications and a very high patient satisfaction rate. This procedure has been approved by the FDA for more than 20 years, and the advanced technology we employ at Fraser Eye Care makes LASIK safer than ever before.4
LASIK is associated with a very low rate of complications, which affect less than 1% of patients. Common side effects of LASIK include visual glare and dry eye, and often resolve as the eye heals.5
Absolutely. We know that it is more convenient for our patients to receive LASIK on both eyes during a single appointment.
If you live in the Southfield, Troy, or Madison Heights area and would like to learn more about LASIK vision correction surgery at Fraser Eye Care Center of Royal Oaks, please contact us today.
1 American Refractive Surgery Council. What is the LASIK Success Rate? Available: https://americanrefractivesurgerycouncil.org/laser-eye-surgery-lasik-success-rate/. Accessed May 18, 2021.
2 American Academy of Ophthalmology. Lasik. Available: https://www.aao.org/eye-health/treatments/lasik. Accessed May 18, 2021.
3 Sandoval HP, Donnenfeld ED, Kohnen T, Lindstrom RL, Potvin R, Tremblay DM, Solomon KD. Modern laser in situ keratomileusis outcomes. J Cataract Refract Surg. 2016 Aug;42(8):1224-34. doi: 10.1016/j.jcrs.2016.07.012. PMID: 27531300. Available: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27531300/. Accessed May 20, 2021.
4 Solomon KD, Fernández de Castro LE, Sandoval HP, et al. LASIK world literature review: quality of life and patient satisfaction. Ophthalmology. 2009 Apr;116(4):691-701. Available: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19344821. Accessed May 20, 2021.
5 American Refractive Surgery Council. LASIK Complication Rate: The Latest Facts and Stats You Should Know. https://americanrefractivesurgerycouncil.org/lasik-complication-rate-latest-facts. Accessed May 20, 2019.
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