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Augljos Refractive Surgery Clinic<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Information on the LASIK procedure.<\/p>\n

Please read this carefully before you have the operation performed.<\/p>\n

Dr. Kristinsson at the Augljos Refractive Surgery Center has performed laser refractive surgery since the turn of the century. Thousands of patients have experienced new vision and new possibilities in life without the aids of glasses or contact lenses. We offer only the very best in technology and patient care. Our staff speaks English fluently and our service is unsurpassed. We personally guarantee you that our laser refractive treatment is second to none and will do everything to make your visit to our eye clinic a memorable experience.<\/p>\n

Augljos Laser Vision Correction<\/strong><\/h2>\n

LASIK and other forms of refractive laser treatments use pulses of invisible, ultraviolet light to remove a very thin layer from the front surface of the eye, changing the curvature of the cornea. To correct nearsightedness, the curvature of the cornea must be decreased, which means that the cornea must be made flatter. To correct farsightedness, the curvature of the central cornea must be increased, which is accomplished by removing a \u201cdonut\u201d shaped ring of tissue. To correct astigmatism, the curvature must be altered in one specific direction.<\/p>\n

Only a very small amount of material is removed, usually less than the thickness of a hair. Low amounts of nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism will require smaller amounts of tissue removal, and larger corrections will require greater amounts. The total treatment usually takes less than one minute of actual laser time. The total time of the operation is usually under 5 minutes each eye.<\/p>\n

A computer running specialized software determines the exact pattern of pulses needed to remove the right amount of corneal tissue. The computer also directs the actual operation of the laser system.<\/p>\n

There are several variations of laser vision correction, each of which has advantages and disadvantages. We will discuss your specific situation with you after we have taken your personal history and performed measurements and calculations.<\/p>\n

LASIK (LASer In-situ Keratomileusis). This is our most common type of treatment, accounting for over 90% of the operations.<\/p>\n

A protective flap is made using the keratome. The treatment is then applied under the protective flap. LASIK treatment allows for the most rapid visual recovery. Usually both eyes are treated at the same time.\u00a0 Postoperatively, the eyes recover quickly, usually with a visual acuity of 20\/20 or better the day after without any corrective lenses.<\/p>\n

LASIK without a flap (PRK, LASEK). For patients with extremely dry eyes, thin corneas, large pupils, very high corrections or a combination of these, laser refractive surgery without a flap may be the best treatment. Rather than making a protective flap, the laser treatment is applied directly under the ultra-thin tissue layer (known\u00a0 as the epithelium) that covers the front surface of the eye. There are many minor variations in how the tissue layer is handled: if the layer is completely removed, then the procedure is called PRK (photorefractive keratectomy); if it is laid back over the treatment area, the technique is called LASEK. In either one of these methods, the tissue layer grows back in 5-7 days, during which time the vision is blurry and a protective contact lens must be worn. Usually, this treatment can be used on both eyes the same day.<\/p>\n

In addition, we offer both so-called conventional and customized treatment (wavefront or third-generation laser) on our patients. The decision on which treatment to use is based on our thorough examination on patients.<\/p>\n

We offer treatment with a 2012 edition of the distinguished Schwind Amaris, a top-of-the-line refractive laser, with a two-fold decrease of surgery time, 5D laser tracking mechanism and 1GHz tracking speed as well as special corneal heat dissipating laser distribution.<\/p>\n

Augljos Laser Center also offers the latest procedure for those who like to decrease the need for reading glasses, the so-called PRESBYMAX.\u00a0 For many years, the only means to do so has been the use of monovision therapy, with the non-dominant eye left with -0.75D and used for reading and the other eye fully corrected and used for far vision.\u00a0 However, this system only allowed for a very limited decrease in the dependance of reading glasses.\u00a0 With the latest laser technology, there have been advances towards making the cornea multifocal, thereby improving the reading capabilities of the eye without decreasing the distance visual acuity.\u00a0 Augljos Eye Center is the first laser center to offer PRESBYMAX, a multifocal corneal laser treatment, which is primarily guided towards patients over the age of 45.\u00a0 According to recent research on the effects of Presbymax, the patients undergoing Presbymax procedure are less dependent on reading glasses than patients who have undergone monovision therapy.<\/p>\n

We are proud to be offering cutting edge laser refractive surgery at a very competitive price, which is among the lowest offered in the Nordic countries, even when corrected for the exchange difference.<\/p>\n

Results<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The vast majority of patients no longer need glasses or contact lenses\u00a0 for distance vision after laser vision correction treatment. Almost all patients who have laser vision correction see better without glasses after the procedure.\u00a0 Following treatment, 98% of patients will have 20\/25 (6\/7.5) or better vision without glasses, and 99% will have 20\/40 (6\/12) or better vision without glasses. To put things into perspective, a 20\/40 (6\/12) vision is good enough to pass the driver\u2019s vision test without glasses.<\/p>\n

If needed, the results can be further improved through a repeat laser treatment.\u00a0 There is no additional fee to have a \u201ctouch-up\u201d procedure.We perform \u201ctouch-up\u201d in approximately 3-5% of our patients.<\/p>\n

Of course, these results are very impressive. It is important to realize, however, that it is impossible to accurately tell you beforehand what your results will be. As with everything in life, no guarantees can be made about the outcome of laser vision correction in any individual case, because each person responds in a slightly different way. If you will only be satisfied with \u201cperfect\u201d 20\/20 (6\/6) vision without glasses after laser treatment, we would kindly advise you not to have the surgery performed.<\/p>\n

The quality of vision following laser vision correction is usually superior to vision with contact lenses or glasses. Patients generally have less glare than they had with contact lenses, and of course the inconvenience and discomfort of contact lenses is eliminated. Side vision isn\u2019t compromised, as it is with glasses, and there is no longer the problem of dirty, misty, wet or scratched glasses.<\/p>\n

Following the procedure<\/strong><\/h2>\n

After the LASIK procedure, your eye may feel irritation or a foreign body sensation, or your eye may tear or water for a few hours. If you experience discomfort, your doctor may suggest you take a mild pain reliever. Most patients are quite comfortable after taking a short nap while wearing the protective eye shields. Some LASIK patients may wear the eye shields while sleeping during the first few days. Do not rub your eyes during the early healing stage. It is not unusual for dryness in your eyes to last for several days. In some patients this can be longer.<\/p>\n

LASIK patients have to sleep with the protective goggles we provide following the surgery for four nights after the procedure.<\/p>\n

Returning to normal activities<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Many patients return to work within a day or two of the procedure. You will need to follow the restrictions mentioned below. Otherwise, as long as you follow your doctor\u2019s instructions, you should be free to resume all your normal activities.<\/p>\n