Boothe Eye Care

What does shortsightedness do to your eyes?
Your eye as an optical system that consists of two structures:

• The cornea and lens, which is the light refrecting element, such as an analog camera lens
• The retina, which is the light receptive part with the nerve endings going to the brain,

With shortsightedness (myopia), light rays are focused not on the retina of the eye, but beforeit, so the visual image on the retina falls”out of focus.”

Incidentally, the very fabric of the cornea – optical biological tissue – is a scientific mystery.Scientists still cannot explain why the living tissue is transparent,but the use of its properties has already been learned.

What can a laser do with your eyes?

Laser eye correction can help obtain a clear picture in two ways. First, the correct focal distance from the “lens” of the cornea to the retinais corrected. Second, the “lens” is replaced so that the refractive power of lens-corneal allows retina be in focus. For this Dr. Boothe uses the laser to change the profile of the cornea.Redesigning the cornea is the essence of laser correction procedure.

a. Myopia is treated by using the laser to remove the corneal tissue from the central zone and the cornea becomes flatter

b. Hyperopia is treated by using the laser to remove the corneal tissue from the periphery, and the cornea becomes more convex

c. Astigmatism is treated by using laser to remove corneal tissue from variousareas so that the cornea becomes uniform.

Excimer laser situ keratomileusis (Lasik)

Today Lasik eye correction surgery is the latest in laser vision correction. This method of laser correction combines microsurgical and laser techniques.For 2-3 seconds a microsurgical automatic machine – the microkeratome – cuts the corneal epithelium in the form of a circular flap of 8 mm diameters on a stalk and leans back, like a lid.Then, using a laser beam, parts of the cornea are evaporated, creating a new profile.Then the “lid” – a flap of epithelium – is closed.No seams, and recovery time of the epithelium is not required, as the protective layer of the cornea is not damaged, so the patient does not experience discomfort after the surgery. It is possible to have laser eye correction on two eyes at once.

An important advantage of laser correction of myopia is that it does not involve, in contrast to all other surgical procedures, no new limitations in the future.However, the chance of deteriorating health in general or after the operation is not higher than the possible side effects and complications of wearing glasses or contact lenses. Laser surgery is also attractive because it is:

• Completely contactless (laser eye surgery is performed by means of the light beam), which eliminates the risk of infection
• Painless
• A quick and easy operation
• Done using precise calculations withcomputer technology so the results are the best possible

What can be expected on the day of my vision correction procedure?

• If possible, bring the results of previous vision surveys that you have taken
• Before performing eye examination do not wear soft contact lenses for a week, hard contact lenses for 2 weeks
• Do not use any cologne, perfume, or deodorant on the day of the correction
• Please do not wear wool or mohair sweaters with a high neck on the day of the correction
• For women patients: do not use any cosmetics one day before the correction and also on the day of the correction
• Do not drink alcohol for two days prior to the correction

If you do not comply with the requirements for vision correction surgery, Dr. William Boothe may refuse to provide you with an eye survey or laser eyesight correction procedure.
Please arrive at the clinic an hour and a half before your scheduled vision correction procedure.

After your vision is checked, you will be prepared for the procedure. The area around your eyes will be cleaned; you will be dressed in sterile surgical boots, a coat, and a hat. The nurse will take you into the laser operating room, where you will have to wait for Dr. Boothe. The nurse will apply anesthetic drops into your eyes. After that, the eyelids will be held open for the procedure using a blepharostat.
Dr. Boothe programs the excimer laser according to the data that was obtained during the refraction survey. After that, the microkeratome instrument, designed to create the thinnest flap will be installed on the eye surface. During the microkeratome work you will feel a little pressure, but no pain. After that Dr. Boothe gently push the flap aside and ask you to look directly at the red light in front of you and if possible to not move the eye.

However, even if at the time of surgery you move your eyes, do not worry because the computer is equipped with a special tracking system that tracks your eye position during surgery. The laser beam will turn off if the eye has deviated from the desired position.

Laser eye surgery can last up to 10 minutes, depending on the degree of refractive error and patient behavior. During the laser treatment you will hear clicks and you may smell something. The surgeon will warn you of these things. After the procedure, the flap will be returned to its place, and you will be done!
For the remainder of the day, you should rest and strictly adhere to the instructions of Dr. Boothe. You may feel some discomfort, which will be eliminated with special eye analgesic. In some rare cases there may be a light hypersensitivity and watering of the eyes for 1-2 days.

IntraLasik is the newest method of vision correction. Dr. William Boothe performs the IntraLasik procedure by using an IntraLase Femtosecond laser. IntraLase Femtosecond laser is designed to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, lamellar and penetrating corneal transplantation. IntraLase allows surgeons to create a corneal flap with ultimate precision and unlimited possibilities. The implantation of intrastromal rings is performed more simply and safely due to the IntraLase laser technology. IntraLase laser is used to create a uniquely thin, “flat” corneal flap, completely controlling the diameter, thickness and alignment with minimal disruption to the structure of the stroma and corneal biomechanics.

Comparative results of patients after conventional LASIK using a microkeratome and after IntraLasik surgery using Femtosecond laser certain speak in favor for the new IntraLasik technology. The Femtosecond laser creates thousands of microscopic bubbles and they are delivered to the corneal stroma at a needed depth, which was set and designed in the preoperative examination and is optimal for individual patient requirements. These “bubbles” separates the corneal flap, creating a super smooth and precise cut with the correct form that is necessary for laser correction.

Using IntraLase laser Dr. Boothe of Boothe Eye Care can guarantee a more rapid recovery of visual functions after laser eye surgery. The majority of patients prefer to do IntraLasik surgery because the newest method of laser surgical correction uses the laser beam instead of a surgical blade to create the corneal flap, which provides a much higher level of security.

Benefits of IntraLasik eye surgery
• The IntraLasik procedure improves eyesight to 20/20 or better. As a result of statistical processing of data, the visual outcome is much better after IntraLasik refraction surgery than after standard Lasik. Many patients who underwent IntraLasik at Boothe Eye Care Center reported a better “quality” of vision and they were able to see clearly in low light and twilight

• The IntraLase laser allows Dr. William Boothe to design the desired corneal flap during surgery. The optimal corneal flap can be easily generated for each eye with individually desired slice thickness and individually desired diameter of the flap. All of these points improve the final result of the operation which are absent in the standard Lasik.

Keep in mind, IntraLasik surgery is absolutely painless. For five minutes before the procedure, an assistant will place anesthetic drops into your eyes. Then, Dr. Boothe will put a special ring on your eye and will begin to use the laser. The absolute absence of any discomfort during surgery is an additional factor that favors this new technique. The formation of the flap with the IntraLase takes 15-30 seconds. Including the preoperative preparation, the whole operation takes about 10-12 minutes.

Why Do Sports Stars Choose Boothe Eye Care Center?

Many sports stars including football players and referees chose to have their laser eye surgery done where they were able to improve their vision. Kaka, the Brazilian football star and FIFA World Player in 2007 suffered from nearsightedness and astigmatism. After his IntraLasik procedure, he was ecstatic from the successful outcome of his vision correction

Lasik eye correction surgery is a great solution for major athletes who depend on their vision condition to succeed in their professional sport. Eyeglasses and contacts are cumbersome and are uncomfortable when playing a game. Glasses can be broken or may slip off during physical contact. Contact lenses can also slip out of place during a game. In addition, contact lenses are limited to correcting vision in early morning and late evening. That is why players with regular practices cannot use contact lenses all of the time – because they are restricted by daylight hours. By using eyeglasses or contact lenses, the player never feels confident which can affect their game play. Even referees rely on their eyesight in order to fairly judge the moves of the game.

Thor Orrason , a FIFA referee, was one of the referees who corrected their vision with Lasik surgery. He used sporting eyeglasses and contact lenses for about twenty years and finally underwent laser eye surgery in 2005.

There are different kinds of laser treatments that Dr. William Boothe offers. You can always discuss with the different methods of treatment that you are interested in with Dr. W. Boothe. During the consultation he will honestly tell you the pros and cons of any treatment choice, and will also suggest one that is right for you.

Laser eye surgery is a life-changing treatment available for all kinds of people. Dr. William Boothe will be glad to help you make the right choice in treatments so that you can be on your way to clear vision!

Our counselors will be happy to answer any questions you have regarding laser eye correction. Call (214) 328-0444 to schedule an appointment at our office. You can also personally visit Boothe Eye Care & Laser Center.

Who invented LASIK?

The LASIK eye correction procedure can correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Patients with myopia have a cornea that is shaped too steep, and those with hyperopia have a shape that is too flat. Both of these cases can be treated with Lasik. Patients who undergo Lasik procedures for vision correction are mostly satisfied with the outcome. Some patients were able to improve their vision to 20/20.

Traditional Lasik is performed using a laser-assisted in situ keramileusis. The cornea is reshaped using this excimer laser. This procedure includes 3 stages:
1. Creating the corneal flap
2. Lifting the flap and reshaping the cornea using the laser
3. Placing the flap back down

Jose Barraquer is considered the father of the surgical eye correction procedure. As a Columbia-based doctor he invented the procedure using keratomileusis, which became the precursors to laser vision correction procedure. Due to this technology, it was made possible to cut out flap in the cornea to alter its shape.

In the early 1930s Svyatoslav Nikolayevich Fyodorov, a Russian eye surgeon, was the first surgeons who invented radial keratotomy or performed incisions in the cornea in the radial pattern, similar as the spokes of a wheel. Though, Fyodorov did not invent refractive surgery, his work was a great contribution to the field of the laser eye surgery. Today, his formulations are used in developing nearly all laser eye technologies.

In 1960, Theodore Maiman developed the first laser known now as a ruby laser. A little later, in 1968 the California-based Northrop Corporation Research and Technology Center invented the first excimer laser. The creation of the excimer laser was the biggest breakthrough in the Lasik corrective surgery. It was later improved by Dr. Rangaswamy Srinivasan and his surgical team at IBM Research Labs in the early 1980s. Due to this perfected laser it became possible to etch the corneal tissue that needed to be fixed precisely, without harming surrounding areas.

The first patent for Lasik was presented in 1989. 6 years later, the FDA approved laser eye correction for nearsighted patients. Later on, the FDA approved this procedure for farsighted patients as well.

Now, Lasik eye surgery has become a worldwide vision correction option. Each year millions of people visit ophthalmology centers with the intent to improve their vision by laser eye procedure. Also the development in the laser surgery field is still ongoing. Because of this innovation in Lasik the laser surgery is performed more precisely and can be fully customizable.

Dr. William Boothe of Boothe Eye Care is the one of the most experienced refractive surgeons in the world. Since 1987, he has been a well-known corneal specialist. Dr. Boothe was among the first refractive specialists who had special training in vision correction techniques during his Fellowship. Also, he was one of the first surgeons who began perform laser eye surgery with a microkeratome and an FDA-approved excimer laser in Dallas. In 1999 he was named “VISX Surgeon of the Year”.

There more than 83,000 IntraLasik laser eye surgeries and over 121,000 Lasik vision corrective procedures performed at Boothe Eye Care. Dr. Boothe’s mission is to give people the light of life through laser eye surgery.

If you want to receive any additional information or have any questions regarding laser eye procedures as Lasik, IntraLasik or Wavefront technology, please contact Boothe Eye Care & Laser Center at (214) 328-0444.