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What refractive surgery procedures are available?
LASIK or LASER In Situ Keratomileusis (Custom Vue LASIK) and Advanced Surface Ablation (PRK) - Photo Refractive Keratectomy are the most commonly performed refractive procedures at the Marion Eye Center Laser Refractive Institute. These procedures are intended to correct nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia) and astigmatism. The goal is to be less dependent on eyeglasses and contact lenses. These recent developments have greatly enhanced the results and safety of these procedures. Custom Vue LASIK using wave scan technology has greatly improved the quality of vision.
While skilled in all refractive procedures, Dr. Umana prefers LASIK over all others because of the high degree of predictability and the comfort level and rapid recovery for our patients.
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"The Laser Refractive Institute is a state-of-the-art facility bringing the most advanced vision restoring technology to the tri-state region."
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The Laser Refractive Institute owns its own excimer laser, the STAR S4©˜ Excimer Laser System manufactured by VISX, the most trusted laser vision correction company. Owning our own laser allows us to offer our refractive patients service that is extremely cost-efficient and convenient. |
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Dr. Umana, who for years has performed other forms of refractive procedures, was so impressed by the revolutionary LASIK procedure that he had it performed on his own eyes six years ago. The very next day his vision was 20/20 without glasses or contact lenses. In addition to Dr. Umana, three other Marion Eye Center doctors and many staff members have had the procedure performed on them and now see 20/20.
FREE consultations are available to see which patients qualify for the LASIK procedure. Financing is also available for qualified applicants. Your consultation will determine whether you are a good candidate for laser vision correction. The following list is a partial list of some of the requirements for LASIK:
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Vision and refraction stable for 1 year
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Contact lenses (gas permeable) out for 4 weeks prior to LASIK
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Contact Lenses (soft) out for 1 week prior to LASIK
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Satisfactory eye examination
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Absence of keratoconus
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High myopes require corneal thickness measurements
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About Dr. Umana
To schedule an appointment for a complimentary LASIK consultation call (800) 344-7058
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