We provide laser vision co-management for several laser centers including LASIK MD in Montreal, Canada and Boston Laser in Manchester, NH.
We will perform a pre-operative evaluation to determine if you are a candidate. We will also provide up to 6 months of follow-up care to insure that your eyes are healing properly.
Dr. Kevin Chauvette, owner of Merrimack Vision Care, had LASIK performed by Dr. Cohen of LASIK MD in November 2002. Feel free to discuss his experience with him when you come in for your pre-op evaluation.
What is LASIK?
LASIK is a form of outpatient corneal surgery in which a surgeon uses a specialized and precise flap-making instrument, called a microkeratome, to create a thin flap of corneal tissue. This flap is raised and laid back while still attached to the cornea. The surgeon then uses a state-of-the-art excimer laser to remove a pre-determined amount of corneal tissue from the exposed bed of the cornea. The amount of tissue to be removed is calculated based on the pre-operative determination of the power of your eye; these measurements are usually in agreement with recent prescriptions for your glasses and/or contact lenses. The flap is replaced and within minutes natural forces hold the flap down on the cornea. Usually, within a few hours, the surface epithelium of the cornea begins to grow over the cut edge of the flap to seal it into position. LASIK can be used to correct nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism.
US FDA Outcomes After LASIK Surgery
US FDA Clinical study results show that, following Lasik surgery with the Bausch and Lomb 217 laser, 99.7% of patients see 20/40 or better* without glasses or contact lenses. 20/40 is the legal requirement for being able to drive without correction.
FDA Data of Approved Lasers
| Laser | Type | 20/40 or Better | 20/20 or Better |
| B&L Technolas 217 | Scanning spot (2mm) | 99.7% | 87.3% |
| Autonomous | Scanning spot (0.9mm) | 93.7% | 56.9% |
| Lasersight LSX | Scanning spot (0.9mm) | 85.4% | 53.1% |
| VISX | Broadbeam | 97.0% | 58.6% |
| Nidek | Scanning Slit | 84.4% | 47.4% |
* LASIK and PRK for low to moderate myopia (approx. less than -7D) and low to moderate astigmatism (approx. less than -4D)
**FDA data shows that using the Bausch and Lomb 217 laser for Lasik surgery, 87.3% of patients can see 20/20 or better without glasses or contact lenses.
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