At Laser Eye Center™, our founding philosophy is that clear vision is not a privilege for some — it is a right for all. And yet, so many people struggle with poor vision or the hassle and expense of corrective eyewear. You may be one of them! It does not have to be this way. Our experienced, talented eye surgeons are passionate about helping you enjoy the clearest, sharpest vision possible. To make this happen, we exclusively offer the most advanced vision correction procedures available in the field today to improve the effects of nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism.

When LASIK was first approved by the FDA in 1995, surgeons used a handheld blade called a microkeratome to perform the first step of the laser eye surgery: creating the corneal flap. After manually making the flap with the microkeratome device, the surgeon then used an excimer laser to reshape the cornea. Although the second part of the surgery has remained the same, the first part of the procedure has evolved considerably over the past 18 years. In 2001, the FDA approved the use of a femtosecond laser for the creation of the corneal flap. More surgeons started offering “All-Laser ” or “bladeless” LASIK, in which both steps of the…

At Laser Eye Center™, our team shares a steadfast commitment to offering our patients best-in-class treatment for the correction of refractive errors. We thoroughly vet all of the available technology and only invest in systems that have been shown to deliver exceptional outcomes, while minimizing the risk of side effects. Our laser eye surgeons have seen incredible results with Contoura™, a custom laser vision correction procedure that we believe redefines quality of vision. Read on to learn what sets Contoura apart from other laser vision correction procedures.

Not everyone is a good candidate for All Laser LASIK. There are several reasons to postpone All Laser LASIK until a temporary condition is resolved. There are also permanent conditions that can make a patient ineligible to undergo All Laser LASIK. In this post, the eye surgeons of the Laser Eye Center™ in Los Angeles discuss some of the reasons to avoid or postpone All Laser LASIK.

All Laser LASIK surgery is a fast, effective and safe corrective option for the millions of people who suffer from common vision problems. Patients with myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness) and astigmatism (blurry vision) can have their problems corrected with a All Laser LASIK procedure in Los Angeles or Orange County. All Laser LASIK can even make you appear more youthful by eliminating the need for squinting or wearing spectacles.

One question that comes up frequently in consultations for All Laser LASIK in Orange County and Los Angeles is whether pregnant women can have All Laser LASIK.

Choosing to undergo All Laser LASIK surgery is an important, potentially life-changing decision. It is also one that may conjure up a range of emotions, from excitement to nervousness. One way to ease any feelings of anxiety you may be feeling about All Laser LASIK is by asking the right questions. Prior to your All Laser LASIK surgery in LA or Orange County, you will get the chance to ask your potential surgeon all the questions you want to ask. To help you make an informed decision, the team at Laser Eye Center™ has compiled the following list of questions to ask during your consultation.

Now that the weather is getting warmer and the days are getting longer, children and adults alike are spending more time outdoors. This increased time under the sun can have positive effects on children’s eyes, according to one recent study. The study, published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, found that rates of nearsightedness (myopia) in children have skyrocketed in the U.S. However, the study also found that as little as 40 minutes a day outside may reduce the risk of nearsightedness in children. In this blog post, the trusted eye experts at Laser Eye Center™ take a look at the study’s findings in detail.

If you are an athlete or live an active lifestyle, having crisp, clear vision is essential for your performance. Laser Eye Center™ has treated thousands of patients in the Los Angeles metro area, many of whom are athletes that depend on stellar eyesight. In this blog post, our team of vision experts discuss some of the benefits our athletes can expect from All Laser LASIK surgery.