The short answer–YES! A Brief History. In the 1980s a new type of laser called the excimer was developed for refractory eye surgery. Emerging computer chips, growing in their processing power, could now precisely direct these lasers. This pairing allowed ophthalmologists to successfully remove very precise amounts of tissue from the eye’s surface to correct vision. Excimer lasers revolutionized refractive surgery by providing a degree of safety and precision that was previously unattainable with other techniques. In 1985 and 1986 …
What is the total cost for all laser Z-LASIK? The regular cost of all laser custom Z-LASIK averages between $3390- $3500 and completely depends on your vision and unique needs. Can I use insurance with my Groupon? LASIK is an elective procedure that is NOT covered by insurance. We offer an insurance discount, but discounts cannot be combined with the Groupon, which is typical of many Groupons. If you’re looking for the most savings, the Groupon will give you a …
1. What is a cataract? A cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye that affects vision. Most cataracts are related to aging. Cataracts are very common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans either have a cataract or have had cataract surgery. A cataract can occur in either or both eyes. It cannot spread from one eye to the other. 2. What is the lens? The lens is a clear part of …
Glaucoma is a serious eye condition and the leading cause of blindness in the United States. If you are diagnosed with glaucoma, Dr. Ceravolo uses a comprehensive treatment and follow-up plan to help slow or stop glaucoma induced vision loss. Eye drops for glaucoma. These either reduce the formation of fluid in the front of the eye or increase its outflow. Side effects of glaucoma drops may include allergy, redness of the eyes, brief stinging, blurred vision, and irritated eyes. …
This innovative technique for creating the flap utilizes a Ziemer femtosecond laser, the first laser equipped with a “top view” camera. The Ziemer Laser uses a computerized pressure monitoring system and has received accolades from distinguished ophthalmologists around the world. By utilizing the analyzed data derived from the WavePrint eye-mapping, the Ziemer laser makes a computer-guided circular corneal flap. This allows Dr. Ceravolo to provide his patients with the highest standards of safety, accuracy and precision resulting in the most …
Today’s LASIK patients demand the best in vision correction technology. For this reason, Dr. Ceravolo integrates Iris Registration into all of his LASIK procedures. Iris Registration uses a set of algorithms and a 5-step, touch-free technology to help center the laser in the event of minimal pupil movement that occasionally occurs during the procedure. This allows for accurate re-registration of the laser’s location upon the pupil even if movement occurs.
1. I know my prescription. Am I a candidate for Z-LASIK? Everyone’s eyes are different. There are a lot of factors that contribute to vision problems that we may not be able to tell just by knowing your prescription. The best way to determine if you are a candidate is to come in for a complimentary consultation. Our highly trained staff will be able to run some simple tests to tell if you are a good candidate and which procedure …