LASIK / PRK
LASIK / PRK
The Next Generation of Vision: WaveLight Plus LASIK
Every eye is unique, and your surgery should be too. WaveLight Plus by Alcon is the first available LASIK surgery tailored precisely to your unique eyes and visual profile. The advanced WaveLigh Plus technology can truly transform how you see the world, delivering total personalization and maximizing your visual quality.
LASIK Designed For You
WaveLight Plus delivers exceptional visual outcomes through advanced personalization. In real-world clinical practice, all patients achieved 20/20 vision or better, with the majority seeing significantly better than standard 20/20 vision. This means more than stunning quality and more than freedom from glasses or contacts!
What is WaveLight Plus LASIK?
3D Ray-Tracing Vision Correction by Alcon
WaveLight Plus represents an evolution in laser eye surgery, using groundbreaking ray-tracing technology to treat refractive errors. Unlike previous systems that focused primarily on the corneal surface, WaveLight Plus analyzes how light travels through your entire eye’s optical system.
The system creates a precise 3D model, essentially a “digital twin” of your eye, incorporating detailed measurements to design a fully personalized treatment plan unique to your vision needs.
Are You a Candidate for LASIK?
Take Our Self-Test and Find Out
What is LASIK?
Laser vision correction surgery (i.e., LASIK) is a safe and popular alternative to glasses and contact lenses. It improves vision by changing the shape of the cornea, the clear front of your eye.
The best way for you to determine if you are a candidate for LASIK is with an in-depth examination of your eyes with your doctor.
WaveLight Plus Offers Even More Personalization
WaveLight Plus captures comprehensive measurements of your eye to understand your specific vision correction needs and creates a complete digital profile for optimized surgical planning.
What to Expect
Before Your Procedure
To determine which procedure is best for you, your laser vision correction surgeon will evaluate the following:
During Your Procedure
You’ll lie down under the laser system and focus on a small blinking light while a laser precisely reshapes your cornea. The entire procedure typically lasts about 15 minutes. Most patients report little or no discomfort throughout the surgery.
- Surgeon administers anesthetic drops
- Surgeon gains access to your cornea by creating a flap in your corneal tissue
- Cool laser energy reshapes the cornea
- Flap is returned
After Your Procedure
Once your procedure is complete, you may notice improved vision instantly.
Your safety is your eye doctor’s highest priority. Recovering from LASIK is typically quick and easy. Your doctor will likely see you within the first 24 hours, then schedule a follow-up appointment anywhere from 1 week to 1 month after your procedure as directed by your surgeon.
While experiences vary, many people are able to return to work the very next day. Others might experience a few minor side effects, such as watery or red eyes for a few days.
How to To Help with Healing
Talk to your doctor to make an informed decision that’s best for you.
How WaveLight Plus Works
Three Advanced Technologies Working Together:
- Comprehensive Measurements: Three types of detailed measurements are captured on one diagnostic device to gather complete biometric data about your eye
- Digital Twin Creation: A precise 3D virtual model of your eye is created and tested until the optimal treatment for your best vision is determined
- Personalized Treatment: A fully customized treatment is applied for the unique needs of your eye, delivering excellent outcomes tailored just for you
Advanced Diagnostic Technology
Comprehensive measurements create a complete profile of your eye’s unique characteristics.
Transformed Visual Quality
Beyond visual acuity, WaveLight Plus can deliver a stunning quality of vision.
Go Beyond 20/20 Vision
The personalized approach of WaveLight Plus makes it possible to achieve exceptional visual outcomes. According to real-world clinical data:
This means approximately 8 out of 10 patients are achieving one line better than 20/20 vision on the visual acuity scale.
Enhanced Visual Experience
The advanced personalization of WaveLight Plus often reduces common visual issues that can persist after less customized treatments, making it an ideal choice if you:
See The Results For Yourself
Beyond visual acuity and quality of vision, WaveLight Plus delivers exceptional levels of patient satisfaction. According to clinical studies:
16M+ More than 16 million LASIK surgeries performed
Discuss The Risks And Benefits
LASIK surgery has been shown to be safe and effective, but it’s still surgery, and like any surgical procedure, there can be complications or side effects.
Make sure to discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor, so you can make an informed decision about surgery.
The Technology Your Surgeon Trusts
Alcon, the world leader in eye care technology and maker of WaveLight Plus, is dedicated to ensuring your safety comes first.
The Doctors at Eye Specialists & Surgeons of Northern Virginia have either authored or reviewed and approved this content.
