Washington Eye
Refraction, the term used to describe the way light is focused by
your eye, depends on three elements: the curvature of the cornea,
the power of the lens, and the length of the eye. When these
elements are correctly proportioned or arranged, light is properly
focused on the retina and one experiences good vision. If not, as is
the case for a large percentage of the world’s population, then one
is said to have a refractive error. Through Laser Vision Correction,
the shape of the cornea can be adjusted so that light will properly
focus on the retina, resulting in clear vision.
Laser-Assisted In-Situ Keratomileusis (LASIK) is an FDA-approved
surgical procedure intended to reduce dependency on eyeglasses or
contact lenses. The most commonly performed vision correction
procedure, LASIK is performed on nearly 1 million patients each year
to correct myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and
astigmatism by permanently altering the shape of the cornea, the
eye's thin, transparent covering. Corneal reshaping increases the
eye's focusing power and improves vision.
Since the excimer laser was approved as safe and effective in 1995,
several million Americans have had their vision corrected and have
recommended LASIK to friends and family. However, concerns about
nighttime glare, and reports of a very small percentage of problems
have caused many people who would prefer not to wear glasses or
contacts to put off having LASIK surgery. Contrary to the notion
that “...the laser does all the work in LASIK,” the addition of
advanced wavefront technology used in Custom LASIK requires even
more surgical expertise and judgment than conventional LASIK.
www.washingtoneye.com
5454 Wisconsin Ave
Suite 950
Chevy Chase, Maryland 20815
Ph. 301-654-5114
Fax .301-654-9132
Chesapeake Eye Care & Laser
LASIK (Laser-Assisted-In-Situ Keratomileusis) is the most commonly
performed surgical procedure in the United States. It is a permanent
procedure to correct vision by reshaping the cornea. During LASIK,
the cool beam of an excimer laser is used to change the shape of the
cornea to reduce or eliminate the need for eyeglasses or contact
lenses.
The entire LASIK surgery process takes about 15-20 minutes. During
the recovery period, a patient may experience a few hours of mild
irritation, which, in most cases, can be alleviated with eye drops.
Most patients will experience a 50% improvement by that evening, and
a 70% improvement by the next day with continued improvement over
the next several days. A patient’s vision should be fully restored
within 1-4 days without the need for any corrective lenses; however,
most patients return to regular daily activity within 24 hours.
With the IntraLase® method, pulses of laser light create your
corneal flap, which is then lifted so the next step of LASIK (the
reshaping of your cornea) can be performed. When your LASIK
treatment is over, the flap is securely repositioned into place.
This bladeless, computer-guided technology is 100% more accurate
than most of the mechanical microkeratomes (hand-held devices with a
thin metal blade) that surgeons may also use to create a corneal
flap. Additionally, in clinical studies, it has been shown that the
IntraLase® method has provided more patients with 20/20 vision or
better.
Dr. Maria Scott is the Medical Director for Chesapeake Eye Care and
Laser Center and TLC Laser Eye Center in Annapolis, Maryland. She
practices the latest techniques in cataract and refractive surgery.
Considered one of the area's finest and most skilled surgeons, Dr.
Scott was the first surgeon in Annapolis to treat patients with the
laser vision correction procedure (laser eye surgery). She was also
the first surgeon to bring no needle, no stitch cataract surgery to
this area. Additionally, she is one of a few surgeons in the area
who offers NearVision CK (Conductive Keratoplasty) to reduce or
eliminate the need for reading glasses.
www.chesapeakeeyecare.com
Chesapeake Eye Surgery Center, LLC
Sajak Pavilion
2002 Medical Parkway Suite 320
Annapolis, MD 21401
Phone:
1-877-DR-4-2020
410-571-8733
Fax: 410-571-6309
Grochmal Laser Eye Surgery Center
During LASIK eye surgery (laser in situ keratomileusis) a programmed
mechanical device slices a flap in your cornea that is thinner than
a grape skin. The numbing eye drops prevent you from feeling any
pain. The surgeon then lifts and peels back the flap with a tiny
laser surgery instrument. You will then hear clicking noises as a
laser precisely removes tiny amounts of your inner cornea.
Next, the doctor flips the flap back so it can re-adhere naturally
to your eye. The doctor administers anesthetic, anti-inflammatory,
and antibiotic eye drops. Often, both eyes are corrected during one
visit. Once the procedure is complete, the doctor covers your eyes
with transparent shields, and you are ready to go!
If you underwent LASIK eye surgery, you may need to wear shields to
protect your eyes during sleep for the first few nights following
the procedure. You also need to use antibiotic and anti-inflammatory
eye drops for about a week. If you had PRK, you wear a bandage and
special contacts for about three days while your eyes heal. You may
also need to continue to use eye drops for a few months.
Following both types of surgery, adhere to any guidelines your
doctor provides to help ensure proper healing. For example, don't
wear makeup for about a week after surgery. No swimming for three
weeks. No rubbing your eyes for about a month.
Jay C. Grochmal, M.D. – Dr. Grochmal received his medical degree
from the University of Maryland in 1974. He performed a rotating
internship at the U.S. Public Health Hospital in Baltimore, MD from
1974-1975 and his residency at the Greater Baltimore Medical Center
in the Department of Ophthalmology from 1975-1978 where he was the
chief resident. Jay C. Grochmal, M.D. set up private practice in
1978 as a comprehensive ophthalmologist, but in recent years has
been specializing in LASIK. Jay C. Grochmal, M.D. has been trained
on the VISX STAR S2 Excimer Laser and Summit Autonomous’ LadarVision
for LASIK. He is also on the staff at the Greater Baltimore Medical
Center, St. Agnes Hospital, and at Johns Hopkins Hospital in the
Laser Vision Center at Greenspring Station. In addition, Jay C.
Grochmal, M.D. has traveled on several medical missionary trips to
Third World countries for various religious organizations.
www.grochmaleye.com
Catonsville Professional Center
405 Frederick Rd, Suite 102
Baltimore, MD 21228
(410) 744-5310
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