LaserVision Correction in Omaha, Nebraska - LASIK Surgery FAQs
Q: What laser is used at LaserVision Correction in Omaha, Nebraska for LASIK surgery?
A: LaserVision Correction in West Omaha, Nebraska uses the Alcon Autonomous LadarVision™ 4000 excimer laser for LASIK surgery and other refractive surgery. The LadarVision™ 4000 is the best laser available today. The laser focuses and refocuses on the eye 4000 times a second to ensure the most precise treatment possible. It allows Dr. Schlichtemeier to change the treatment zone for larger and smaller pupils. Another capability of the LadarVision™ 4000 is that it has registration; this means that it can rotate along with the rotation of the eye to ensure accurate results.
Q: Do you treat both eyes at the same time?
A: At LaserVision Correction in West Omaha, Nebraska, most patients want to have LASIK surgery on both eyes at the same time; however, you may choose to have one eye done at a time. Having surgery on both eyes is obviously more convenient, but having the eyes treated at different times allows the surgeon to assess how the first eye responds to LASIK surgery before treating the second eye.
Q: How much time will I have to take off work?
A: Ninety-five percent of patients drive to their follow-up appointment the next day unaccompanied, on their way to work. Recovery times for patients of our Omaha, Nebraska practice after LASIK surgery can vary.
Q: Are there financing options available?
A: Yes, most patients finance their treatment, or choose to use a flexible spending account, also called a health spending account (HSA). Learn more about laser eye surgery financing at LaserVision Correction.
Q: Are the effects of LASIK surgery permanent?
A: LASIK surgery is designed to be permanent, though the procedure won't curtail the effects of aging on the eyes.
Q: Why should I choose LaserVision Correction in Omaha, Nebraska for my LASIK surgery?
A: LaserVision Correction uses the most advanced excimer laser available for LASIK surgery. When patients come to LaserVision Correction, they see Dr. Schlichtemeier personally. Dr. Schlichtemeier determines whether LASIK is safe for them, determines the best way to do it, and does the laser planning. When patients come in for surgery, Dr. Schlichtemeier performs the laser treatment and handles all the post-operative appointments. It is rare that a doctor as renowned as Dr. Schlichtemeier shows such commitment to personal care with all of his patients. Dr. Schlichtemeier spends 80 percent of his time in the office performing refractive surgery, a procedure he has provided for more than 20 years. More than 300 doctors refer their patients to LASIK surgeon William Schlichtemeier.
Contact LaserVision Correction in West Omaha for additional information on LASIK surgery.