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Does LASIK Hurt?

No Pain

One of the remarkable facts about LASIK is the lack of pain from this surgery. During surgery, you will be given anesthetic eye drops, eliminating pain from the procedure itself. You might feel a little pressure, but that shouldn’t cause any discomfort.

There is, however, some discomfort that you might experience for a short period (12 to 24 hours), such as itchy or watery eyes or even dry eyes until the nerves heal. The total healing period for LASIK can take six months, but recovery to normal activities can be as soon as two days to a week.

Because the tear ducts and sinuses affect each other, dry sinuses may accompany dry eyes, causing "sinus headaches" for a short time. You will be given drops that will relieve the discomfort.

It isn't entirely certain why dry-eye occurs, as there are several mechanisms involved in tear-production. One theory is that the tear stimulating nerve is severed during corneal surgery, and tears don’t return until that nerve heals.

You can lessen the effect of dry-eye by avoiding antihistamines and other medications that tend to dry up sinuses (and eyes as well). Check with your doctor about medication that you can change or eliminate or drops that will lubricate your eyes. Avoid drops that have preservatives. Drink plenty of liquids to stay hydrated, use a humidifier and avoid dry or windy areas. Air conditioning, fans, heating systems and extreme cold can dehumidify the air, aggravating dry eyes.

Plenty of Gain

On the positive side, LASIK results in clear vision almost immediately. While dry-eye can blur vision, using drops until natural tears resume will take care of that effect. With risks running as low as 1%, the benefits of LASIK are many.

Dr. Harvey Carter and his staff at Carter Eye Center of Dallas are ready to make your LASIK surgery experience pain free and comfortable for you. Please visit them at Carter Eye Center or call 1-800-950-2020 to schedule a free consultation.

CustomVue® Wavefront Technology

What is Wavefront Technology?

Wavefront technology has been used for years to adjust telescopes to eliminate aberrations caused by the earth's atmosphere. This technology, applied to LASIK surgery, offers a very high degree of safety and precision in shaping the cornea. Wavefront technology is used both to diagnose aberrations, as well as to ablate the excess tissue.

What are the Advantages of Wavefront Technology?

The CustomVue® wavefront can pinpoint a broader range of refractive errors than other diagnostic methods, giving many patients, who could not qualify for other procedures, the option for LASIK corrective surgery. As a diagnostic measure, CustomVue® wavefront is accurate enough to determine if the patients' aberrations would be made worse from surgery, or it can determine which LASIK procedure is best for the specific individual.

CustomVue® wavefront's accuracy in ablating excess corneal tissue results in more precise shaping of the cornea. Many patients experience outcomes of better than 20/20 vision. It can also diagnose higher order aberrations better than other diagnostic methods can.

And If That Isn't Enough

According to USAeyes.org, a LASIK-patient advocacy organization, "…virtually every person considering Lasik, LASEK, PRK, or Epi-Lasik should have a wavefront diagnostic evaluation." Read more about CustomVue® and wavefront technology.

Dr. Carter and his staff at the Carter Eye Center in Dallas have extensive experience, and work with state-of-the-art equipment, including the CustomVue® VISX STAR 4 wavefront laser. You can feel confident in getting the best care possible. Please call 1-800-950-2020 or contact the Carter Eye Center for a free consultation.

LATISSE® for Longer, Thicker, Darker Lashes

If you have tried every mascara, extensions, or false lashes, you know the shortcomings of all these methods for achieving the fuller, darker lashes you desire. Now, there is a treatment clinically proven to help you grow your own lashes significantly thicker, longer, and darker.

LATISSE® is the first and only FDA-Approved treatment for helping you grow thicker, longer, and darker lashes. There is no surgery, and it requires no downtime. All it takes is applying LATISSE® to your lashes on a daily basis, and after a few short weeks, your lashes will grow in thicker and darker.

In clinical trials, nearly 80% of participants saw significant improvement in the appearance of their eyelashes. On average, those seeing results had lashes that were 25% longer, 106% fuller, and 18% darker. The only common side effects are itchy eyes and eye redness, but for many these went away with use.

If you would like to learn more about this exciting new treatment for achieving more attractive lashes, please contact the Carter Eye Center in Dallas, Texas today.

Crystalens®

Planning for lens implant surgery is no small consideration and is worth researching until you are fully satisfied with your decision. One of the most popular and successful brands of lenses to choose is Crystalens®, an accommodating intraocular lens. Crystalens® was approved by the FDA in 2003, and its long history of success speaks well about its value.

Why Implants?

Lens implants are typically recommended to correct cataracts (clouding of the lens,) presbyopia (loss of flexibility in the lens,) or refractive lens disease. Of the three major intraocular lenses (IOL) on the market, Crystalens® is the only one that focuses under the control of your eye muscles, much the same as the natural crystalline lens it replaces. The implant procedure is not complex and takes only about 20 minutes per eye. The second implant can be done about a week later.

Crystalens® provides vision in all three ranges–near, mid-range, and distance–and provides the best night vision of the top brands. It offers the best clarity of vision, and stable long-term outcomes.

Be Aware and Prepare

Some of the drawbacks to Crystalens® implants are that it may take longer to adapt to them than with other brands of IOLs, and some insurances don’t pay for all of the costs. The Carter Eye Center's payment plan might be a perfect solution for costs that aren't covered.

Experience Counts

An important consideration for choosing Crystalens® is to make sure your eye surgeon has plenty of experience. Dr. Harvey Carter of Carter Custom Care in Dallas, Texas was the first physician to implant Crystalens® after it received FDA approval. He has performed more Crystalens® procedures than any eye surgeon in the world.

The Carter Eye Center in Dallas invites you to come in for a free consultation to learn more about Crystalens®. Please contact us at 1-800-950-2020 or through our online contact page.

LASIK

LASIK is one of the more well-known types of eye surgery. As with each different type of surgery, it corrects specific aberrations of the eye. Even though it is similar to other surgeries, both in procedure and in purpose(s), it is the unique features of LASIK, along with the unique results of your eye examination, that indicate to your eye surgeon whether it is the procedure that will get you the best results.

Is it LASIK or LASEK?

LASIK is often confused with LASEK, a distinctly different procedure. Both LASIK and LASEK procedures are used to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and refractive errors. LASIK, an acronym for Laser-Assisted In-Situ Keratomileusis, uses a different laser-assisted approach to correct these problems. The differences are in both the procedure itself, and in the equipment used to perform the surgery.

LASIK involves exposing the corneal tissue peeling back the epithelial and stroma tissue in thin layers. The layers are actually flaps that remain attached by a "hinge." Because they are not completely severed, this prevents the destruction of any of those tissues, improves healing time, and lessens pain and risk. The exposed corneal tissue can, then, be ablated–removed and sculpted to its most effective shape.

As wonderful as LASIK can be for restoring 20/20 vision, it isn't a one-size-fits-all procedure. A thorough examination by a qualified eye surgeon is the first step in learning what LASIK can do for you. Dr. Harvey Carter is unique in his field, with experience as a core investigator in the ISRS LASIK Study,

Please contact us or schedule a free consultation at Carter Custom Care LASIK in Dallas.

IntraLASIK

What is IntraLASIK?

IntraLASIK is a blade-free, all-laser LASIK procedure. It uses a laser to cut the corneal flap as well as to shape the cornea. Compared to shaping the cornea using the microkeratome blade procedure, some studies show that the IntraLASIK procedure may have a higher success rate in achieving 20/20 vision, but research is not, yet, conclusive about this. Other studies show similar outcomes for both procedures after six months.

How is it Different from the Microkeratome Blade Procedure?

IntraLASIK uses a computer-controlled laser to deliver femtosecond pulses of laser light to the cornea. These pulses are precisely directed to a specified depth and postion, creating a series of bubbles that connect and form a space. This space creates a flap with a vertical edge, which heals better than the tapered edge flap created by the microkeratome blade. IntraLASIK cuts more precisely and is a completely sterile procedure.

Also, because of this vertical edge cut, many patients qualify for IntraLASIK who previously did not qualify for LASIK performed with a microkeratome blade. These include patients who have thin corneas or corneas of disadvantageous shape.

Which Procedure is Best for Me?

As with any eye surgery, IntraLASIK requires a thorough examination by a qualified, experienced eye surgeon. Because there are advantages and disadvantages to both IntraLASIK and microkeratome methods, your surgeon must determine, based upon your examination, the best option for you. For more information see our frequently asked questions page.

The staff at the Carter Eye Center in Dallas has extensive experience and work with state-of-the-art equipment. Please call 1-800-950-2020 or contact us today for a free, personalized consultation.