“Fingerprint” of the Eye
Wavefront analysis works by measuring the distortion or irregularities of the
eye, known as higher-order aberrations. When a ray of light first enters the eye,
it passes through the cornea to the lens and vitreous, ultimately reaching the retina.
As it bounces off the retina and returns back through the cornea, the wavefront
analysis detects and documents these distortions, which are unique to each individual.
Because each patient has a unique visual optical system, the wavefront data has
been likened to a fingerprint.
Custom LASIK
Once the wavefront data has been documented for an individual patient, the next
step is to use this information to utilize the excimer laser to correct the higher-order
visual aberrations. The surgeon can then determine what adjustments must be made
to the corneal surface to produce a clear, crisp image for the unique individual
needs of each patient. The use of wavefront technology to provide a more precise
laser vision correction is known as, "Custom LASIK" or "Wavefront-Driven LASIK".
Early data suggests that the 5-10 percent of patients who demonstrate higher-order
aberrations are the patients that will significantly benefit from Custom LASIK treatments.
Other patients may benefit from Custom LASIK to a smaller degree.
If you would like to know more about options for
“custom LASIK in Wisconsin”
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“Wavefront LASIK in Eau Claire”
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