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How Is It Used in Eye Surgery?

In Femto LASIK, the femtosecond laser (which is a type of light ) is used to create a thin, precise corneal flap without using a blade. This improves accuracy and reduces risks compared to traditional LASIK, which relies on a mechanical cutting tool called a microkeratome.

Advantages of Femtosecond Lasers in Eye Surgery

• Blade less Precision – Creates highly accurate corneal flaps, reducing complications
• Lower Risk of Infection – Since no blade is used, there's a lower chance of contamination
• Faster Healing – A smoother flap helps speed up recovery and improve visual outcomes
• Customisable Flap Thickness – The laser allows for tailored flap creation, which can benefit patients with thinner corneas

At Optimal Vision, we are dedicated to providing our patients with clear, comprehensive information about their vision correction options. In this guide, we explore the key differences between Femto LASIK and traditional LASIK - two advanced laser eye surgery procedures that have transformed millions of lives.

Femto LASIK vs. Traditional LASIK: What Sets Them Apart?

Both procedures aim to reshape the cornea - the transparent front surface of the eye - to correct refractive errors such as short sightedness, long sightedness, and astigmatism. The key difference lies in how the corneal flap is created. This thin layer of tissue is temporarily lifted during surgery to access and reshape the underlying corneal tissue.

Femto LASIK: Precision Without Blades

Femto LASIK utilises an advanced femtosecond laser to create a precise corneal flap with exceptional accuracy. Because this technique is completely blade-less, it reduces the risks associated with traditional LASIK, which uses a microkeratome (a small cutting blade) to form the flap.

Traditional LASIK: A Trusted Standard

LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) has been a cornerstone of laser vision correction for decades. This method employs a microkeratome to create the corneal flap before an excimer laser reshapes the underlying cornea.

Comparing the Benefits

Both procedures offer life-changing vision correction, but choosing the right one depends on individual needs and medical recommendations. Our team at Optimal Vision is here to guide you toward the best option for your vision.

Features of SCHWIND AMARIS Excimer Laser for refractive surg

The modern day LASIK surgery that we use at Optimal Vision utilises only laser for its procedure - no blade is used. The first laser is called femtosecond and it creates a very thin flap. The second laser is called an excimer laser and it corrects your prescription, this method allows for fast recovery and predictable outcomes, allowing doctors to correct higher prescriptions.

Just like other laser vision correction surgeries, LASIK is used to reshape the cornea of the eyes. All laser eye surgeries have re-shaping the cornea as their aim in order to allow the proper focusing of light onto the retina.

Optimal Vision LASIK Eye Surgery uses combination of Schwind and Ziemer laser

The most advanced and blade free LASIK eye surgery

Why the combination of the Schwind Amaris 1050RS and the Ziemer Femto LDV Z8 combined are your best option for LASER EYE SURGERY

The combination of the Schwind Amaris 1050RS and the Ziemer FEMTO LDV Z8 is often considered one of the best options for laser eye surgery due to their complementary strengths. Each one excels in a different critical phase of the procedure. Here’s why this pairing is seen as a top-tier choice:

Ziemer FEMTO LDV Z8 - Flap Creation (Femtosecond Laser)

This is used in the first step of LASIK, where a precise flap is created in the cornea.

Why it’s great:

• Low-energy, high-frequency pulses: Ziemer uses low-energy pulses at high repetition rates which results in smoother, more accurate flaps and less collateral tissue damage.
• Tissue preservation: Ideal for patients with thinner corneas because it creates very thin and customisable flaps.
• Less inflammation and faster healing: The laser's gentle approach reduces postoperative discomfort and inflammation.

Schwind Amaris 1050RS - Vision Correction (Excimer Laser)

This handles the actual reshaping of the cornea to correct refractive errors like myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.

Why it’s great:

• 1050 Hz pulse rate: One of the fastest lasers on the market - extremely quick ablation time, reducing time under the laser and increasing comfort.
• 7D eye tracking: Tracks the eye in 7 dimensions, ensuring precision even with micro-movements.
• SmartSurfACE technology: Provides a smoother corneal surface post-op and promotes faster visual recovery for TransPRK and no-touch procedures.
• Custom WaveFront treatments: Supports wavefront-guided and topography-guided treatments for highly personalised correction.
• Schwind Diagnostics allow customisation of every and each patients according to their individual eye structure with accuracy and precision

Why This Combination Is So Effective

• The Ziemer Z8 offers gentle, customisable flap creation - key for both upmost safety and comfort.
• The Schwind Amaris 1050RS delivers high-speed, ultra-precise ablation, meaning faster procedures with more accurate results.

When used together, you get the best of both technologies:

Minimal Trauma + Maximum Precision = Quicker Healing, Better Outcomes

& Ultimately Higher Patient Satisfaction.

Advantages & Disadvantages of LASIK Eye Surgery

Advantages of LASIK Eye Surgery Treatment

• It has a high success rate and fast recovery. About 96% of patients who are to have laser eye surgery prefer LASIK because they can carry on with their normal routine shortly after the surgery.
• Vision correction is noticeable after 24 hours.
• Less pain is associated with LASIK.
• LASIK requires no stitches or bandages.
• LASIK is open to adjustments years after the surgery if your vision changes because of the ageing process.
• It leads to a significant reduction in contact lens and spectacle dependence which lasts for many years.

Potential Side Effects of LASIK Eye Surgery

Most patients experience some slight discomfort for 24 to 48 hours after the laser surgery. Other rare side effects include:

• Vision fluctuations
• Dryness of the eyes
• Difficulty while driving at night
• Glare
• Seeing halos around images

Preparation for the LASIK Surgery

Before LASIK is scheduled, you need to visit your ophthalmologist to discuss the procedure. During the initial consultation session, your medical history will be taken, and your eyes will be assessed.

Certain tests such as measurements of the corneal thickness, refraction, eye pressure, corneal mapping and pupil dilation will be carried out. Once the test results have been accepted by the ophthalmologist, an appointment can be scheduled for the LASIK procedure.

You will be asked not to wear your gas permeable contact lenses for at least 3 weeks before an eye assessment. For other types of contact lenses, you will have to avoid them for three days before the evaluation. You should also bring your glasses to the clinic so that your ophthalmologist can review your eye prescription.

On the day of your LASIK surgery, you should not eat a heavy meal. Take a light meal and use all your prescribed medications before heading to the clinic.

During The LASIK Eye Surgery Procedure

Before the procedure, anaesthetic eye drops will be instilled into the eye to numb it from pain. An instrument called femtosecond laser is used during the LASIK procedure to create a very thin flap in the cornea. The flap will then be lifted so that the underlying tissue of the cornea can be reshaped using the laser. Then the flap will be repositioned for faster recovery.

After The LASIK Surgery Procedure

You will probably feel some dryness in your eye after the procedure. Don’t worry as this is temporary. Your ophthalmologist will give you prescribed eye drops to prevent inflammation and infection, that will also moisturise your eye.

Your vision might be blurry or hazy for the first day after surgery, but your vision will improve a few days after surgery. Healing after LASIK is usually rapid.

You would be expected to visit your ophthalmologist within 24 to 48 hours after the procedure, for evaluation. 

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