Bridgewater Laser Eye Surgery | What Is Excimer Laser

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An excimer laser is a precise computerised instrument using invisible cool ultra-violet light to change the corneal shape. This cool light laser technique is a safe process and does not affect the surrounding tissue. Each pulse of the laser removes only a minute amount of corneal tissue — about 1/500th of the thickness of a human hair. Newer generation excimer lasers, such as Bausch & Lomb’s Technolas® 217A, utilize an innovative technology called a “flying spot laser.” A narrow beam (about 2 mm wide) contacts the eye at lightning speed in a pattern that allows the debris to clear in one place before contacting that area again.

This technology produces a smoother corneal shape and helps increase the accuracy and efficiency of the surgery. The newest generation excimer laser, the Technolas® 217z Zyoptix™ System for Personalized Laser Vision Correction, combines both a 2mm and a 1mm beam.

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Custom Zyoptix Treatment

PRK

Tissue Saving Technology

ICL

IOL

Custom Zyoptix Treatment

You have access to the very latest vision correction technology available Bausch & Lomb Zyoptix system a personalised laser vision correction system unique to each eye for treatment of abnormalities in your visual system.

PRK

PRK is a surgical procedure that uses an extremely precise laser to remove corneal tissue for the purpose of correcting refractive error. During PRK the epithelium (skin) is gently removed from the cornea. The laser removes tissue directly from the surface of the cornea to give it a new shape. This was the earlier form of laser treatment and although it gave good results, was more painful and usually a slower recovery than Lasik. A bandage contact lens helps to reduce the irritation and encourage healing of the tissue. PRK may be recommended if corneal measures are too thin for Lasik.

CK (Conductive Keratoplasty)

Are you over the age of 45?
Do you have good distance vision without glasses?
Do you struggle to read the newspaper, a menu in a restaurant, labels on a can, or the yellow pages without reading glasses?

If you answered "yes" to these questions, you may be a candidate for an exciting new vision correction procedure!

Bridgewater Laser Eye Surgery continues to expand, and we are constantly evaluating new procedures that will benefit our patients and their families - We are pleased to announce the addition of NearVision CK to our program of services.

Conductive Keratoplasty is the first FDA approved vision technology in NZ, that improves near vision in the millions of Baby Boomers with Presbyopia, the age-related eye condition that sets in after 40. NearVision CK uses radio waves to reshape the cornea to bring near vision back into focus, minimally invasive and painless, NearVision is performed in less than ten minutes in our clinic, with only eye-drop anaesthesia. The procedure is laser-free and extremely safe as there is no cutting and no removal of tissue.

Tissue Saving Technology

At Bridgewater Laser Eye Surgery, tissue saving technology is used to ensure minimal amount of tissue is removed during treatment, thus optimising safety. New updates in computer programming that control the laser, enable the surgeon to select specific treatments to optimise your visual outcome. Consequently the cornea is left thicker and therefore more stable.

Now with the introduction of Intralase and the incorporation of Tissue Saving Technology patients previously not suitable for LASIK due to thin corneas or higher prescriptions, might now be treatable. Call our clinic 0800 529337 to book for a consultation.

Implantable Contact Lens (ICL)

For patients outside the range of Laser vision correction we offer Implantable Contact Lenses. These lenses are tailor made in Switzerland for each individual eye by STAAR. The lens is permanently implanted in front of the patients natural lens and behind the iris. The lens cannot be seen or felt. Patients who have chosen this treatment method have reported superior quality of vision. As the lens does not change any tissue structure within the eye or on the cornea, it can be removed or replaced if required. ICLs are suitable for people with high myopia (short-sightedness) or hyperopia (long-sightedness).

Clear Lens Extraction or Intra-Ocular Lens implant (IOL)

The intraocular lens is designed to reside inside the eye and replaces the patient’s own natural lens.

In young patients the natural lens focuses from distance to near allowing us to read. Above the age of 50 the lens loses this natural function. At this stage Patients may chose to get this lens replaced.

This method is used predominantly on patients who are not suitable for Laser or ICLs and more likely to be in the older age group. New Multifocal IOLs enable older patients to see at a range of distances, thus potentially eliminating the need for reading and distance glasses. New Toric IOL’s correct for pre-existing astigmatism.

For more information on these lenses visit these links:
http://www.acrysofrestor.com/
http://www.rezoomiol.com/

Call our clinic for further information about IOL’s 0800 529 377

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