LASIK & ICL
Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis, also known as LASIK, is a popular vision correction procedure used to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. If you experience these vision problems, more than likely you depend on glasses or contacts to help you see clearly. The aim of a procedure like LASIK is to change the shape of the cornea so that light focuses more clearly on your retina. This allows you to see more clearly, often without the benefit of glasses or contact lenses.
Beyond LASIK, patients may consider the Visian Implantable Contact Lens (ICL). The biggest difference between LASIK and ICL is during ICL a special contact lens is implanted inside the eye and works with the eye’s natural lens to provide excellent quality of vision for a wide range of correction. This procedure may be ideal for patients who are not candidates for LASIK due to high levels of nearsightedness, or for patients who do not like the idea of permanently removing corneal tissue. Should your prescription change over time, the ICL is replaceable to maintain your vision options.
Both LASIK and the Visian ICL are excellent options for patients considering vision correction.
Beyond LASIK, patients may consider the Visian Implantable Contact Lens (ICL). The biggest difference between LASIK and ICL is during ICL a special contact lens is implanted inside the eye and works with the eye’s natural lens to provide excellent quality of vision for a wide range of correction. This procedure may be ideal for patients who are not candidates for LASIK due to high levels of nearsightedness, or for patients who do not like the idea of permanently removing corneal tissue. Should your prescription change over time, the ICL is replaceable to maintain your vision options.
Both LASIK and the Visian ICL are excellent options for patients considering vision correction.
Surgery Co-Management
At W. Sam Shields, O.D. & Associates, we are committed to helping our patients determine if they are a good candiates for vision correction surgery. And if so, which surgery is the best for their vision goals, whether it is LASIK or ICL.
We co-manage LASIK or ICL surgery which means we work with your surgeon throughout the process -from evaluation to laser surgery pre-op and to your post-operative eye care. We only only work with of the best laser eye surgeons in the Southern California area that also use the latest technology and techniques. In coordination with these top surgeons, we provide care for you before and after surgery, which benefits you as we are your eye doctors who know your history and your eyes.
If you are considering LASIK, we can help inform you if it would be a good option for you. Either inquire during your comprehensive eye exam or make an appointment to meet with our doctors if you are already current with your annual eye exam.
We co-manage LASIK or ICL surgery which means we work with your surgeon throughout the process -from evaluation to laser surgery pre-op and to your post-operative eye care. We only only work with of the best laser eye surgeons in the Southern California area that also use the latest technology and techniques. In coordination with these top surgeons, we provide care for you before and after surgery, which benefits you as we are your eye doctors who know your history and your eyes.
If you are considering LASIK, we can help inform you if it would be a good option for you. Either inquire during your comprehensive eye exam or make an appointment to meet with our doctors if you are already current with your annual eye exam.
Top Reasons our Patients loved LASIK
- CONVENIENCE – With clearer vision, you can perform simple tasks, like looking at the alarm clock or checking a medicine bottle, without searching for your glasses or putting in contacts. You can travel with ease and avoid worrying about packing or forgetting your glasses, contacts or cleaning solutions. LASIK makes it easier to live an active lifestyle. You can take a long jog outside without worrying about your glasses falling off or fogging up. You can jump into a pool at a moment’s notice. You can play contact sports without worrying about shattering your glasses.
- INSTANT RESULTS – No long recovery times here. After you come home from your surgery you will be able to see the world around you in clear detail within hours.
- THE BEST VISION POSSIBLE – In most cases, LASIK provides better vision correction than contacts and lenses. The reason this is possible is that, when performing LASIK surgery, the eye doctor is able to make tiny adjustments to your eye that are just not possible with a prescription lens. Crisp, Clear vision can now be yours without the need for glasses or contacts.
