{"id":669,"date":"2019-10-09T10:25:27","date_gmt":"2019-10-09T14:25:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eco.tfjjrf41-liquidwebsites.com\/?page_id=669"},"modified":"2023-08-14T13:10:16","modified_gmt":"2023-08-14T17:10:16","slug":"lasik-education","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.eyeconsultantsofpa.com\/patient-education\/lasik-education\/","title":{"rendered":"LASIK Education"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1>\n\t\tLearn more about bladeless custom LASIK\n\t<\/h1>\n\t<p>What is bladeless custom LASIK? Is it right for you?<\/p>\n\t<p>Schedule your FREE LASIK evaluation online or call us:<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyeconsultantsofpa.com\/request-lasik-evaluation\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRequest Evaluation\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"tel:+16103788500\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCall 610-378-8500\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eyeconsultantsofpa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/eye-consultants-pa-visual-loss.jpg\" alt=\"Detailed diagram of the eye\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"450\" width=\"700\" title=\"Eye Diagram\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t<p><strong>At a Glance:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Things to know and remember:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>LASIK can be &#8220;game-changing&#8221; for a lot of people. But every patient is different, and every patient&#8217;s situation is unique.<\/li>\n<li>Bladeless Custom LASIK is a state-of-the-art procedure and has been our preferred technique of laser vision correction for the majority of patients for many years.<\/li>\n<li>There are only two corneal fellowship-trained LASIK specialists in the region: Dr. Adam Altman and Dr. Jonathan Primack at Eye Consultants of Pennsylvania.<\/li>\n<li>Eye Consultants of Pennsylvania is committed to making LASIK extremely affordable.<\/li>\n<li>Call 610-378-8500 to arrange for your free\u00a0Bladeless Custom LASIK\u00a0evaluation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t<p>LASIK costs less than wearing glasses and contacts!<\/p>\n\t<p>If you are concerned about the cost of LASIK surgery, download this useful comparison between LASIK costs and the costs of wearing glasses and\/or contacts.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyeconsultantsofpa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LASIK-CostComparison-ADA.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCompare Costs\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t<p>We believe that the best LASIK patient is an educated LASIK patient.\u00a0At your evaluation appointment, we will take as much time as necessary to answer all of your questions and help you explore your options. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyeconsultantsofpa.com\/request-lasik-evaluation\/\">Click here<\/a> or call 610-378-8500 to arrange for your free\u00a0Bladeless Custom LASIK\u00a0evaluation.<\/p>\n<p>In the meantime, here are the answers to the\u00a0questions that we hear most frequently.<\/p>\n\t\tMenu\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul id=\"menu-lasik-pe\"><li id=\"menu-item-1026\"><a href=\"#about\">About Lasik<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-1027\"><a href=\"#candidate\">Am I a Good Candidate?<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-1028\"><a href=\"#financing\">Cost &#038; Financing<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-1029\"><a href=\"#expect\">What to Expect<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-1030\"><a href=\"#videos\">Videos<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\t\n\t<h2>\n\t\tAbout Lasik\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>LASIK can be &#8220;game-changing&#8221; for a lot of people. Importantly, though, there are no &#8220;cookie-cutter&#8221; solutions here, no &#8220;one size fits all.&#8221; Every patient is different. And every patient&#8217;s situation is unique.<\/p>\n<p>That&#8217;s why we take time with every patient to do a thorough, complete LASIK evaluation, to learn about your LASIK goals and objectives, to answer your questions and to help you select the option that best fits your needs and your life. And the evaluation is free!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyeconsultantsofpa.com\/request-lasik-evaluation\/\">Click here<\/a> or call 610-378-8500 to arrange for your free\u00a0Bladeless Custom LASIK\u00a0evaluation.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-0\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-0\">What is Laser Vision Correction?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-0\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-0\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Laser Vision Correction is an exciting procedure that safely corrects refractive error with a high degree of accuracy. Refractive error results from a flaw in the shape of the eye that causes images to be improperly focused on the retina, and the result is blurry vision. The three major forms of refractive error are myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism. When the doctor performs your vision correction treatment with the excimer laser, he corrects these imperfections by precisely reshaping the curvature of your cornea. Each pulse of the laser removes a quarter of a micron of tissue (a micron is one millionth of a meter). Drs. Altman, Primack and Shah know exactly how much of the cornea to treat based on their highly detailed, personally performed examinations. The results are impressive: 90 &#8211; 95% of patients with mild to moderate myopia and astigmatism attain 20\/20 vision or better.<\/p>\n<p>Laser Vision Correction can be safely performed in two different ways &#8211; LASIK and PRK. Both are performed as an outpatient procedure in the comfort and convenience of our laser suite. Normally, these procedures last less than 10 minutes, with most patients experiencing an improvement in their vision immediately following the procedure. Both procedures utilize Custom Wavefront Technology and the visual results of Bladeless LASIK and PRK are identical.<\/p>\n<p>As the only two corneal fellowship-trained LASIK specialists in the region, Dr. Adam Altman and Dr. Jonathan Primack have been involved with laser vision correction for more than 45 years, combined.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-1\">What is &#8220;Bladeless&#8221; or &#8220;All Laser&#8221; Custom LASIK?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-1\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>This state-of-the-art procedure is our preferred technique of laser vision correction for the majority of patients. Two lasers are used to perform Bladeless LASIK.<\/p>\n<p>The first is a Femtosecond Laser which safely and painlessly creates a LASIK flap without the use of a metal blade. It does this by accurately focusing infrared laser energy onto the cornea. This technology has two important advantages over the older LASIK technique that used blades:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It reduces the inherent risks associated with a blade passing through the surface of the eye.<\/li>\n<li>The precisely produced flap is thinner and allows for greater corneal stability and the treatment of higher levels of correction.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The second laser is the Excimer Laser which reshapes the cornea to correct the refractive error (glasses\/ contact lenses prescription).<\/p>\n<p>During the procedure, you will be asked to look at a red fixation light; this light is not the laser, but a guide to help keep your eye steady and pointed in the correct direction. The laser is also equipped with a tracking device in case your eye moves. As the laser delivers steady, rhythmic pulses of light to the cornea, you will hear a clicking sound. The procedure is painless. The main advantage of LASIK is a quick visual recovery. Many patients wake up the next morning seeing clearly without glasses or contacts.<\/p>\n<p>Drs. Altman and Primack are the most experienced refractive surgeons in Berks County to perform Bladeless LASIK on site in the convenience of our fully-licensed outpatient surgical facility.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-2\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-2\">What is Custom PRK?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-2\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-2\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy) can be thought of as LASIK without the flap. Instead of creating a hinged flap, the surgeon gently and painlessly removes the superficial cells covering the surface of the cornea. The laser is then applied in an identical manner as described above. New cells repopulate the surface the cornea over the next few days.<\/p>\n<p>The PRK procedure is recommended for individuals who are not optimal candidates for LASIK given their corneal thickness, corneal curvature, or degree of refractive error. Patients receiving PRK usually note an improved quality of uncorrected vision soon after the procedure, but they do not see clearly enough to drive for several days. With each passing day, however, the vision becomes more crisp. PRK is the procedure of choice for military fighter pilots and many people in law enforcement careers given its safety profile and excellent results.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-3\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-3\">Do LASIK and PRK only treat nearsightedness?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-3\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-3\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Our LASIK specialists use the latest generation lasers to treat nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism. Implantable lenses are also available that can decrease dependence on reading glasses (presbyopia).<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-4\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-4\">What will my vision be like after having Laser Vision Correction?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-4\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-4\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>LASIK and PRK provide excellent results and allow people to perform their everyday tasks with less dependence on corrective lenses. However, people looking for guaranteed, perfect vision without glasses or contacts run the risk of being disappointed. It is important that anyone considering laser vision correction have realistic expectations. Our LASIK specialists will discuss this with you in greater detail at your evaluation.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-5\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-5\">Will I need reading glasses after LASIK and PRK?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-5\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-5\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Patients 40 years of age and older may need reading glasses after laser vision correction, assuming both eyes are corrected to see well for distance. Ask your doctor about the various options that can either delay or reduce the need for reading glasses, including monovision or implantable pseudo-accommodating \/ multifocal lenses.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-6\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-6\">What is a Phakic Intraocular Lens?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-6\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-6\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>A Phakic Intraocular Lens (also known as a Phakic IOL) is a thin, transparent lens that is placed inside the eye to correct myopia (nearsightedness). It could be thought of as an implantable contact lens; however, unlike a regular contact lens, it does not need to be removed, cleaned, or even routinely replaced. A Phakic IOL can remain inside the eye indefinitely. This technology allows people who were once told that they were not candidates for laser vision correction the opportunity to safely and painlessly decrease their dependence on glasses and contact lenses.<\/p>\n<p>Ideal candidates for the phakic intraocular lens are typically those individuals who have:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>High myopia<\/li>\n<li>Thin corneas<\/li>\n<li>Irregular corneal topography<\/li>\n<li>Dry eyes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The evaluation for a Phakic IOL is very similar to that for laser vision correction, but the procedures are different. While LASIK and PRK are performed on the cornea (outside of the eye), the Phakic IOL procedure involves placing a lens inside the eye. The lens is folded and inserted through a tiny, self-sealing incision. It unfolds inside the eye and is positioned between the natural lens and the iris (colored part of the eye). The lens is invisible without the aid of a microscope.<\/p>\n<p>With Phakic IOL&#8217;s, only one eye is operated on at a time and the two procedures are usually separated by several weeks. All patients receiving this technology must have 2 microscopic openings placed in their iris prior to implanting the lens. This is a painless procedure done with a laser several weeks before surgery.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Primack is a certified Phakic Intraocular Lens surgeon. If you are a candidate for this procedure, he will thoroughly review with you the risks, benefits, and alternatives.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-7\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-7\">Am I a good candidate for a Phakic Intraocular Lens?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-7\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-7\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Phakic intraocular lenses are ocular implants that correct nearsightedness (myopia). You can think of them as implantable contact lenses that do not need to be regularly removed or changed. These lenses are an excellent option if you are not an optimal candidate for laser vision correction (ie: if you have very high myopia (a glasses prescription too high to treat safely with laser vision correction), very thin corneas, or an abnormal corneal curvature).<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-8\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-8\">What is Clear Lens Extraction and Multifocal ReSTOR Lens Implantation?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-8\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-8\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Clear Lens Extraction is an excellent option for those individuals wishing to decrease their dependence on both distance and reading glasses.<\/p>\n<p>Around the age of 40, our eyes begin to lose the ability to focus clearly on near objects. This is called presbyopia. Unfortunately, this naturally occurring process continues to worsen until age 60. Remedies include reading glasses, bifocals, progressive lenses, and trifocals. Even laser vision correction, which decreases one&#8217;s dependence on distance glasses, will not affect the eventual need for reading glasses, as presbyopia is a lens-related phenomenon that is unaffected by reshaping the cornea.<\/p>\n<p>Clear Lens Extraction offers an opportunity to safely intervene in what would otherwise be a lifelong commitment to reading glasses. In this painless procedure, the natural lens inside your eye is removed through a tiny, self-sealing incision. A ReSTOR intraocular lens is then carefully implanted in the eye, unfolded, and properly positioned by your doctor. The ReSTOR is a multifocal lens meaning that it has the potential to provide good distance, intermediate, and near vision with less dependence on reading glasses.<\/p>\n<p>Ideal candidates for Clear Lens Extraction and ReSTOR implantation are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hyperopic (farsighted) in a range too high for laser vision correction<\/li>\n<li>Good candidates for laser vision correction who desire less dependence on both distance and near corrective lenses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The evaluation for Clear Lens Extraction is very similar to that for laser vision correction, but the procedures are different. While LASIK and PRK are performed on the cornea (outside of the eye), Clear Lens Extraction involves surgery inside the eye. Only one eye is operated on at a time and the two procedures are usually separated by several weeks. If you are a candidate for Clear Lens Extraction, your doctor will outline realistic expectations as well as thoroughly review with you the procedure&#8217;s risks, benefits, and alternatives.<\/p>\n<p>The Alcon ReSTOR Lens (left) is an alternative for individuals seeking less dependence on both distance and reading glasses. It is implanted inside the eye after the natural lens has been removed, and can often provide good uncorrected vision at distance, intermediate, and near.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-9\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-9\">How do I get started?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-9\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-9\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>The first step is to make an appointment for a free LASIK Evaluation. At your evaluation appointment, we will take as much time as necessary to answer all of your questions and help you explore your options.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyeconsultantsofpa.com\/request-lasik-evaluation\/\">Click here<\/a> or call 610-378-8500 to arrange for your free\u00a0Bladeless Custom LASIK\u00a0evaluation.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-10\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-10\">Should I avoid wearing my contacts before my examination and procedure?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-10\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-10\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>For your first visit with us, you do not need to stop wearing your contact lenses. Because contact lenses change the natural shape of your cornea and could affect the accuracy of your test results, we request that you discontinue wearing your soft contact lenses for 10 &#8211; 14 days before your second, full evaluation and 14 days before your laser vision correction procedure. If you wear rigid (hard) contact lenses, a longer time period will be necessary.<\/p>\n<h2>\n\t\tAm I a Good Candidate?\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<p><strong>Am I a good candidate for refractive surgery?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our LASIK specialists personally examine every patient to determine if they are appropriate candidates for LASIK, PRK, or a different refractive procedure. Safety is always our # 1 concern. Special attention is given to pupil size, corneal thickness, corneal topography (a computer &#8211; generated image of your cornea), and the stability of your glasses prescription.<\/p>\n<p>We use state-of-the-art equipment to provide exceptional care. Additionally, we spend time with patients discussing their motivations for laser vision correction so that patients have realistic expectations and that we choose the best procedure to meet their goals.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyeconsultantsofpa.com\/request-lasik-evaluation\/\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" aria-label=\"Click here or call 610-378-8500 to arrange for your free Bladeless Custom LASIK evaluation\" data-uw-rm-vglnk=\"\">Click here<\/a> or call 610-378-8500 to arrange for your free Bladeless Custom LASIK evaluation.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-0\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-0\">Should I avoid wearing my contacts before my examination and procedure?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-0\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-0\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>For your first visit with us, you do not need to stop wearing your contact lenses. Because contact lenses change the natural shape of your cornea and could affect the accuracy of your test results, we request that you discontinue wearing your soft contact lenses for 10 &#8211; 14 days before your second, full evaluation and 14 days before your laser vision correction procedure. If you wear rigid (hard) contact lenses, a longer time period will be necessary.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-1\">Is LASIK or PRK painful?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-1\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Topical anesthetic drops will be administered just before the procedure, so you will feel no pain or discomfort during the procedure.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-2\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-2\">How will I feel after the procedure?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-2\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-2\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>LASIK and PRK patients will generally have mild irritation for several hours following the procedure, but this usually disappears by the next day. You may notice some pink or red patches on the white part of the eye &#8211; this is normal. Patients are encouraged to go home and sleep after the laser treatment. PRK patients may experience mild irritation for several days after the procedure.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-3\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-3\">Are there any side effects of LASIK?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-3\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-3\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Some people experience temporary side effects that usually disappear over time. In rare situations, they may be permanent. Side effects may include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>discomfort or pain<\/li>\n<li>hazy or blurry vision<\/li>\n<li>scratchiness<\/li>\n<li>dryness<\/li>\n<li>glare<\/li>\n<li>light sensitivity<\/li>\n<li>halos or starbursts around light<\/li>\n<li>decreased contrast sensitivity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Many patients experience mild dryness in the eyes and fluctuating vision right after the procedure. These symptoms usually fade within 1 to 2 months, although some people may have symptoms for a longer period of time.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-4\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-4\">What are the risks?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-4\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-4\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Like any surgery, LASIK and PRK have risks and potential complications that should be carefully considered. All patients should have a thorough understanding of the risks, benefits, and alternatives of their procedure. Our LASIK specialists will address these issues with you at your evaluation.<\/p>\n<h2>\n\t\tCost &#038; Financing\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<p><strong>What does Bladeless Custom LASIK cost?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our goal is to help patients more easily afford LASIK and PRK Laser Vision Correction. That&#8217;s why we&#8217;ve developed relationships with several local credit unions and financial institutions throughout the communities we serve &#8211; to make the latest technologies more affordable for more patients.* Depending upon where you live and\/or work, there are several financial options &#8211; all from local lenders who live where you do.<\/p>\n\t<p>*Note: Each financial institution has its own program and underwriting requirements. Please contact the financial institution for additional details. Eye Consultants of Pennsylvania receives no compensation from any of these lenders, provides only a referral for patient financing, and has no role in the evaluation of creditworthiness or in loan processing. The entire financial relationship exists exclusively between the applicant and the financial institution.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-0\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-0\">Is the LASIK evaluation really free?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-0\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-0\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Yes, it is. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyeconsultantsofpa.com\/request-lasik-evaluation\/\">Click here<\/a> or call 610-378-8500 to arrange for your free\u00a0Bladeless Custom LASIK\u00a0evaluation.<\/p>\n<h2>\n\t\tWhat to Expect\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>We are absolutely committed to patient satisfaction and an extremely high level of patient care before, during and after your procedure, including fast-response answers to all of your questions. Our LASIK specialists perform a detailed, complete screening evaluation that includes personally examining and speaking in depth with each candidate about their goals and expectations.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-0\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-0\">Step 1 &#8211; Screening Examination<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-0\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-0\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Our LASIK specialists will perform a screening evaluation of your eyes to determine if you are a good candidate for refractive surgery. If so, a more extensive pre-operative evaluation will be scheduled.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-1\">Step 2 &#8211; Discontinue Contact Lenses<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-1\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>If you currently wear soft contacts, you will need to stop wearing them 2 weeks prior to your second, comprehensive evaluation (4 weeks for rigid contact lenses). If you wear contacts every day, we understand that this may be a tremendous inconvenience! Unfortunately, there is no way around it &#8211; &#8211; your cornea molds to the shape of your contact, and it takes time (without the contact) for the cornea to return to its natural shape. This is the most accurate way to determine whether you are a good candidate for Laser Vision Correction.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-2\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-2\">Step 3 &#8211; Pre-Operative Evaluation<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-2\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-2\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Our LASIK specialists are extremely conservative in selecting patients for Laser Vision Correction. During your examination, your doctor will thoroughly evaluate your eyes to confirm you are a good candidate. Included in the exam are tests for corneal thickness, pupil size, refractive error, astigmatism, etc. These tests are all painless. Your doctor will talk with you about any existing medical conditions that may affect your suitability for refractive surgery. He will also discuss your motivations, in order to ensure you have an excellent chance of obtaining your goals.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-3\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-3\">Step 4 &#8211; 1 Week Before Procedure<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-3\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-3\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>In the days before your procedure, you will need to arrange for transportation to and from the laser center. We recommend that a friend or family member escort you.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-4\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-4\">Step 5 &#8211; Day of Your Procedure<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-4\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-4\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>There are no restrictions on eating, drinking or medications before the procedure, but be sure to eat a light meal. Wear comfortable, relaxing clothing. Leave all jewelry, pagers, and cellular phones at home. Do not wear hairspray, perfume, make-up, or cologne.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-5\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-5\">Step 6 &#8211; The Pennsylvania Eye &#038; Ear Surgery Center<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-5\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-5\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Once you arrive at the Pennsylvania Eye &amp; Ear Surgery Center (second floor of the Granite Point building in Wyomissing), be sure to register with the receptionist. A technician will then escort you to the laser suite where you will be greeted by our staff and your doctor. Eye drops will be placed in your eyes every few minutes prior to the procedure. These drops help prevent infection, discomfort and inflammation.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-6\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-6\">Step 7 &#8211; During Your Laser Procedure<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-6\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-6\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>The technical staff will position you in a proper, comfortable position under the laser&#8217;s microscope. Your other eye will be covered during the procedure. To prevent unnecessary blinking, a painless device called a speculum is used to gently cushion the eyelids. During the procedure itself, you will notice that the laser makes a clicking sound during the treatment. You will not feel any discomfort during the procedure.<\/p>\n<p>The procedure is performed in several small steps; our LASIK specialists will clearly explain these prior to proceeding so that you are comfortable. The entire process takes only minutes.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-7\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-7\">Immediately Following Bladeless LASIK &#038; PRK<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-7\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-7\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>You will be escorted to an examination room where you will relax for 5 or 10 minutes. During this time, your vision will be very fuzzy. This is normal. Your doctor will examine your eyes before you leave the laser center to ensure that the LASIK flaps are in proper position. PRK patients will have their eyes examined as well. You will receive a post-operative kit containing drops to use following surgery. Please follow our instructions.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-8\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-8\">Going Home<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-8\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-8\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Please go directly home following your procedure and rest. Many patients will take a nap. Avoid reading and computer work. Do not swim, exercise, play sports, jog, take a hot bath or shower, or get water or soap in your eyes. After 4 hours you may administer the first eyedrops. Please use the sunglasses provided for you in the kit to protect the eyes and provide comfort. The clear shields should be taped over the eyes while sleeping. Do not expect excellent vision on the day of your procedure, as the cornea takes time to heal. However, the day after surgery, your vision will be improved.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-9\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-9\">First Day After Laser Vision Correction<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-9\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-9\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>For your examination the next morning, you will see your doctor back in his office (on the first floor of the Granite Point building). Your vision may still be blurry on the day after Bladeless LASIK and it may take a week or more to improve. PRK patients should expect to be blurry for the first several days. Patients are to continue their medications as instructed and follow-up as scheduled.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-10\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-10\">Post-Operative Follow Up Appointments<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-10\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-10\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Your doctor will tell you when you need to be seen again for an examination. Typically, patients are seen several times the month of the procedure and then again at 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year. If an enhancement procedure is desired to &#8220;fine tune&#8221; your vision, it will be performed no sooner than 3 &#8211; 4 months following the initial procedure. Many patients are referred by their optometrists who will also play a role by examining patients during the post-operative period.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-11\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-11\">A Few Do&#8217;s and Don&#8217;ts After Laser Vision Correction<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-11\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-11\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>It is best to rest as much as possible the day of your Bladeless LASIK or PRK procedure. Avoid reading or working on the computer. Under no circumstances are you to exercise or participate in sports. The corneal flap created during the LASIK procedure is a delicate structure that needs to heal into place.<\/p>\n<p>Do not participate in sports until several weeks after surgery and then only after your doctor has approved the activity. No swimming or hot tubs, and be extremely careful gardening for 3 weeks. Showers and baths are fine after the first day evaluation by your doctor, but avoid getting water in your eye(s) for 3 weeks. Do not wear make-up for the first week. Do not rub your eyes for 3 weeks after the procedure; just dab gently. If you experience redness, decreased vision, pain, or have an accident involving your eyes, call our office immediately.<\/p>\n<p>If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to call our office. The office phone numbers are 610-378-8500 and 610-378-1344. Ophthalmologists are on call after hours should you need assistance.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-12\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-12\">Will my doctor personally see me for my follow-up visits?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-12\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-12\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Your visual result is very important to Dr. Altman and Dr. Primack and they will personally see you for your post-operative examinations at our office. If your optometrist referred you to us, he or she may also monitor your vision after your procedure.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-13\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-13\">What if I have a question after office hours?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-13\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-13\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Dr. Altman, Dr. Primack or a member of our staff is always available to answer your questions. If you have any concerns after office hours, our answering service will assist you by contacting a physician.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-14\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-14\">Can I drive myself home after the procedure?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-14\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-14\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>No. Patients must be accompanied by someone who can escort them home. Most LASIK patients feel very comfortable driving the next day. PRK patients should wait 4-6 days before driving again.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-15\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-15\">How soon after the procedure can I return to work or school?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-15\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-15\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Patients usually return to work or school within a day or two after the LASIK procedure. Patients receiving PRK usually return to work or school in 3 &#8211; 5 days.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-16\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-16\">How soon after the procedure can I apply eye makeup?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-16\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-16\"><i>Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Eye makeup can be applied one week following the procedure.<\/p>\n<h3>\n\t\tDoes my insurance plan<br \/>cover my eye care?\n\t<\/h3>\n\t<p>Find out what insurance we accept and what is covered by insurance.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"\/plan-your-visit\/accepted-insurances\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFind Out\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h3>\n\t\tLearn more about our LASIK specialists\n\t<\/h3>\n\t<p>Physician information including education, training, practice location and more.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"\/specialties\/lasik\/#lasik-experts\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn More\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h2>\n\t\tGet a FREE Bladeless Custom LASIK Evaluation\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>Click below to complete the form and our LASIK Coordinator will contact you to schedule your free\u00a0 Bladeless Custom LASIK Evaluation. 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