Laser vision correction surgery is a huge advancement of modern ophthalmology. Due to achievements in the field of laser eye surgery, it is now possible to solve the problem of poor vision for millions of people with various forms of refractive errors. Over the past 10 years more than 5 million vision correction procedures using the excimer laser have been performed. In 2010 alone, 1 million of these procedures were performed.
History of Laser Eye Surgery
In the mid-20th century, attempts to radically change poor vision with microsurgical eye operations were made. The fruitful idea of correcting the optical properties of the cornea, instead of using external “crutches” for the eyes in the form of eyeglasses or contact lenses has led to the development of many variants of surgical vision correction procedures.
Initially, such eye surgeries were based on direct intervention in the cornea of the eye by performing special cuts and incisions using microsurgical instruments. These “method cuts”, “method of Federov”, or “radial keratectomy” gained much popularity. This method of surgical correction of vision was used for a long time.
Excimer Laser is a Revolution in Modern Ophthalmology
The introduction of the excimer laser in ophthalmology practice was a technological breakthrough in surgical vision correction. The beam of an excimer laser is extremely precise and carefully affects the cornea. The laser “vaporizes” corneal tissue to only 1 / 8 of its thickness. Modern computer systems for excimer laser vision correction has made it possible to correct virtually all types and degrees of refraction.
Scientifically speaking, excimer lasers are precise systems that provide the necessary “photochemical ablation” (evaporation) of the layers of the cornea. If the tissue is removed in the central zone, the cornea becomes flatter, which corrects nearsightedness. If, however, the laser evaporates the peripheral part of the cornea, then the center will become more “cool” which corrects hyperopia. Dosed removal in different meridians of the cornea corrects astigmatism.
Modern Methods of Laser Vision Surgery
Currently, Boothe Eye Care & Laser Center uses the two most popular technologies in the excimer laser vision correction:
• Traditional Lasik surgery
• IntraLasik or “all-laser” surgery
IntraLasik is a new laser refractive surgery that allows the correction of vision without scalpels and mechanical blades. During this all laser surgical procedure Dr. Boothe creates a flap on the cornea with a Femtosecond laser instead of a microkeratome (mechanical blade). Then the laser is used to reshape the surface of the cornea, correcting the patient’s vision.
Lasik surgery is the most commonly applied laser eye correction procedure in the world. Today a huge number of ophthalmology centers and clinics use Lasik to correct visual impairment of varying degrees. In the last ten years, more than 15 million Lasik eye correction procedures were performed around the world.
Dr. William Boothe is cornea specialist. He has performed more than 83,000 IntraLasik eye procedures and 121,000 Lasik eye procedures. Since 1987, Dr. Boothe has operated on more patients than any refractive surgeon in the world. Without a doubt, Dr. Boothe has the greatest experience in the field of refractive surgeries.
What is Lasik Eye Surgery?
Lasik is the combination of microsurgical exposure and excimer laser technology. During laser eye surgery Dr. Boothe uses a special device called a microkeratome that creates a flap of corneal tissue. Then, the flap is pulled back and the laser works on reshaping the cornea. The excimer laser creates a new form of the cornea. As a result, patients may achieve 20/20 vision or better.
During the Lasik eye procedure the excimer laser does not affect on the upper layers of the cornea. This allows you to avoid keratoleukoma and a painful period of recovery. Your eyesight will be restored in the shortest possible time.
The boundaries of laser vision correction procedure for LASIK:
- • Myopia up to -15,0 D (Physician focuses on the individual characteristics of the eye)
- • Farsightedness +6,0 D
- • Astigmatism ± 3,0 D.
Benefits of Lasik Laser Correction:
- You can go to work the next day after Lasik surgery and there is no need for hospitalization
- In the course of Lasik correction procedure applies the local, drip anesthesia, that is easily tolerated by patients
- You can perform laser correction surgery immediately on both eyes
- Lasik offers the shortest recovery time – your eyesight is restored just a few hours after the procedure
- High efficiency & safety: this painless procedure allows patients to achieve good vision with minimal risk of side effects
- Painlessness in the postoperative period
- During the process of laser surgery, the upper layers of cornea are not damaged
- Through many years of observations, that cases of visual impairment due to laser treatment were not detected
If you want to find out whether you are suitable for Lasik laser surgery, please contact Boothe Eye Care & Laser Center by phone: (214) 328 0444.
Intralase Keratoplasty is an innovative technique used in corneal transplantation. Intralase keratoplasty provides excellent results as it is the combination of corneal transplantation and refractive surgery. The laser techniques in this procedure reduce the imperfections that are caused in corneal transplantation surgery that was done manually. It is a bladeless surgery performed using infrared laser and is very quick and efficient. This technique enables a faster recovery after completing the surgery. In IntraLase Keratoplasty, IntraLase Femtosecond Laser is used to make corneal incisions. This laser produces around 60,000 pulses every second when creating the beam of energy. The energy released by the laser is capable of creating corneal incisions with greater accuracy.
The graft created by the help of the IntraLase laser will be more stable with fewer sutures that can result in faster recovery and better vision. Dr. Boothe of Boothe Eye Care will program the laser in such a way to produce precise and safer incisions on the cornea as well as on the corneal tissue that has to be transplanted. The laser will produce two identical pieces so that the donor cornea can fit properly on the recipient’s eye. Because of the preciseness in fitting, chances of getting astigmatism are reduced.
IntraLase Keratoplasty is suitable for making complex incisions that are impossible with traditional LASIK surgery. The corneal incisions made out of the laser have an interlocking design so that the corneal graft created will be more stable. The sutures of IntraLase Keratoplasty can be taken out much earlier than that of the traditional LASIK surgical procedure. The complication caused due to graft displacement is minimal in the case of IntraLase Keratoplasty when compared to the traditional surgical procedure.
The corneal incisions made with the help of trephines (in traditional LASIK) will not have perfect interlocking as that of the corneal incisions made using laser. The corneal incision created with laser will interlock with each other perfectly and effectively to produce better results. The success of IntraLase Keratoplasty is 85% and the results of the surgery depend on several factors. If you are suffering from retinal problems or glaucoma, then the outcome of your surgery may not be precise. There is also a possibility of graft rejection by the eyes. In the majority of the cases, the patient will obtain improved vision gradually and the recovery time also varies from one patient to patient.
The patient may have to use contact lenses or eye glasses even after corneal transplantation. If you are not satisfied with you vision improvement, you can go for laser enhancement surgery to get better vision. IntraLase Keratoplasty takes around one hour to complete. The surgery is performed as an outpatient procedure in which local or general anesthesia is used. Dr. Boothe will recommend that you use medicated eye drops prevent rejection of the graft. A complete eye examination is required before undergoing IntraLase Enabled Keratoplasty. If you are interested in learning more about Intralase Keratoplasty, please visit Boothe Eye Care.
Bladeless LASIK works similarly to traditional LASIK. The only difference between them is that traditional LASIK uses the microkeratome for cutting the corneal flap, and bladeless LASIK uses laser energy. During a bladeless LASIK procedure, Dr. Boothe uses a laser to create the corneal flap and to reshape the cornea. Bladeless LASIK allows the surgeon to customize the flap creation for each person. Flap creation using laser technology greatly reduces the risks and complications associated with LASIK.
Bladeless LASIK surgery uses two kinds of lasers – an excimer laser and a femtosecond laser. The femtosecond laser is used to create a corneal flap and the flap is folded back so the refractive error can be corrected. The excimer laser is then used to remove the corneal tissue exposed in order to correct the corneal shape. After correcting the shape of the cornea, the flap is placed back on to the surface and starts healing. Bladeless LASIK is best suited for patients with very thin corneas and also patients who have previously done LASIK surgery. The bladeless LASIK procedure is also known as the IntraLase surgical procedure. In comparison with traditional LASIK, it is safer and quicker. The corneal flap can be created within 30 seconds and in some cases, 10 seconds.
Bladeless LASIK requires less energy usage so the risks of corneal tissue damage or inflammations are low compared to traditional LASIK. The development of dry eye is also uncommon. Several complications such as decentered flaps, micro perforations, buttonholes and irregular flaps can be eliminated by the use of bladeless LASIK.
If you would like to undergo bladeless LASIK, you have to be at least 18 years or older without any health problems. You cannot use eyeglasses or contact lenses for at least one week prior to the bladeless LASIK procedure. After completing the surgery, you should not swim or rub your eyes for several weeks. Side-effects such as dry eyes, halos, and light sensitivity will gradually disappear. Dr. Boothe will go through all the precautions that you should take before and after the surgery.
“Getting laser eye surgery was one of the most important decisions in my life. I’ve never had any surgery done, but I know that in order for it to be successful, I had to do my research and be well informed. I discussed my desire to undergo Lasik surgery with my ophthalmologist who encouraged me to visit Boothe Eye Care & Laser Center. I began to ask my friends and family who have had their procedures at Boothe Eye Care Center about their experience. They were very content with the service and professionalism of the staff. Such positive testimonials from people who are close to me prompted me to schedule a consultation with Dr. William Boothe.
When I met Dr. Boothe, he seemed like a very nice person. He carefully explained each step of the procedure, all risks involved., and the cost. I thought that the procedure was safe and would be performed with great precision. I trusted Dr. Boothe to do a great job.
I spent a day at the Boothe Eye Care Center for eye examinations, then I discussed with Dr. Boothe the laser treatment which will be customized for my individual exam results. His assistant then made the appointment for surgery.
The procedure was done with the latest technology available in laser surgery. Dr. Boothe successfully performed the laser correction and I now have 20/20 vision! I am so grateful to Dr. Boothe for his excellent work!”
“When my eyesight quickly deteriorated, I was shocked. I was afraid that one day I might just go blind. Every year, for five years, I had to get a new prescription because my eyesight had declined. I can’t see anything without my glasses. After visiting Dr. William Boothe, I understood that my vision problem could be treated with laser eye treatment. Dr. Boothe explained that this procedure is very safe and takes very little time.
Everyone at Boothe Eye Care Center was friendly and informed. I was encouraged to ask questions if I was confused about something. During my first consultation with Dr. Boothe he explained in detail all the steps that would take place during the procedure. Also, during the initial appointment, Dr. William Boothe was very personable and took the time to tell mewhat to expect during and after the laser eye surgery.
Now, six weeks after my IntraLasik surgery I have noticed that I am seeing better than I ever did with my eyeglasses. Thanks to Dr. William Boothe and the rest of the staff at the Boothe Eye Care Center, I no longer need my glasses! I highly recommend Dr. Boothe for anyone who is interested in getting their vision corrected.”
A fellowship trained refractive surgeon, William Boothe, MD, is also considered one of the most experienced LASIK laser vision correction specialists in the country. He is highly regarded among his peers and one of the most sought after IntraLASIK surgeons. In recognition of his immaculate surgical skills and vision correction expertise, Dr. William Boothe was named the VISX surgeon of the year after helping thousand of Dallas LASIK patients eliminate the need for traditional eyewear using this advanced technique.
He is one of the most accomplished eye surgeons whose talents are admired by other top ophthalmologists who have studied under Dr. Boothe at numerous universities and medical facilities across the United States. After learning about Dr. Boothe’s incredible credentials, experience and dedication to his patients, many individuals travel to Dallas to receive top LASIK vision correction treatment at the renowned Boothe Eye Care facility. To learn more about your LASIK vision correction surgery in Dallas, please contact Dr. Boothe at (214) 328-0444.
