One of the biggest advances in eye sight correction during the 20th century was the development of Laser correction. Laser Vision Correction Redding can correct the vision of most patients using the latest laser technologies to give perfect 20-20 vision.
The procedure used for Laser Vision Correction Redding, is a quick process, with the actual operation taking little more than 1 minute per eye and the whole process normally taking less 15 minutes per eye.
Laser surgery works by creating minute scars on the cornea; these scars contract as the eye heals, pulling the surface of the cornea into the correct shape for perfect vision. Laser Vision`11 Correction Redding uses techniques that have been used successfully to treat millions of patients around the world.
Laser treatment can be used to correct Myopia (short sightedness), Hyperopia (long sightedness) and astigmatism. A quick consult with an ophthalmologist at the Laser Vision Correction Redding will check that you are a suitable candidate for Laser eye surgery and which of the various methods will work best for your condition.
If you are a suitable candidate for Laser Eye Correction Redding, they will arrange an appointment for your treatment. It is often possible to have the procedure on the same day if you are sure you want to proceed. You will be given the option of having both eyes done on the same day, or having one eye done and then waiting for it to heal before proceeding with the second eye.
The process used by Laser Eye Correction Redding involves numbing the eye so that you will feel nothing throughout the procedure. Once the eye is numb a clip will be used to hold your eyelid open, then the surface of the eye will be softened with medical alcohol. Next a small flap of the surface of the cells covering the eye is created either by a special tool or by a laser, depending upon which method is best for your eyes.
Once the cornea is exposed, the laser will fire a quick series of bursts in a computer generated pattern to reshape the eye to the correct shape to give you almost perfect vision. This step usually takes about 30 seconds. If you are being treated for astigmatism as well as distance correction, there will be a short break then the laser will be applied again for about 15 seconds.
Once the laser has finished creating the correct pattern on the eye the flap of skin is folded back into position and the process is complete. After taking a short rest after the procedure you are ready to go home. Laser Eye Correction Redding will supply you with eye drops which need to be applied to the eye over the next few days to ensure perfect healing and to keep irritation and discomfort to a minimum.
