Used to correct nearsightedness and farsightedness, Custom LASIK is the industry’s most advanced version of standard LASIK. The difference is that it involves using wavefront-guided CustomVue™ treatments with Visx S4 laser technology. Where LASIK provides good results, patients who undergo Custom LASIK experience superior visual outcomes.
What your surgeon will do
Your surgeon uses a bladed keratome (a surgical steel blade for incising the cornea) to create a LASIK flap. Once the flap is lifted, an advanced wavefront-guided excimer laser treatment with the Visx S4 laser with iris registration is applied. The flap is then repositioned and you are discharged to the recovery area.
Custom LASIK FAQs
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Why opt for Custom LASIK? |
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Custom LASIK offers superior outcomes to standard LASIK, but is less expensive than iLASIK or Custom PRK. It is therefore ideal for people with myopia or hyperopia who want a good upgrade on the standard LASIK procedure, but still have to take budget into consideration. |
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How long does it take? |
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Custom LASIK generally takes 20 minutes for both eyes. |
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Does it hurt? |
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Custom LASIK is usually a painless procedure. In extremely uncommon cases, the patient may experience severe pain during surgery. |
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How long do I have to stay at VLEC after surgery? |
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After surgery, you will be brought to our recovery area for a post-operative evaluation lasting about 20-25 minutes. |
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Do I need to be accompanied? |
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Yes. You need to be accompanied on the day of surgery and for your 24-hour follow-up visit. We kindly ask that your companion wait for you in the comfortable downstairs reception area. |
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Do I need follow-up exams? |
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Yes, you will return to VLEC 24 hours after surgery. Then, you need to be examined at one week, one month, three months, six months and twelve months. These visits may be done at our centre or at your local eye care physician’s office. |
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What is my recovery time? |
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Doctor Blaylock recommends quiet time at home, perhaps resting or watching TV, for 24 hours following your procedure. You can usually go back to work after 24 hours, although Dr. Blaylock recommends taking off the remainder of the workweek for a more comfortable recovery. |
