LASIK Eye Surgery in Albuquerque
LASIK is one of the many refractive surgeries offered at Eye Associates of New Mexico. The goal of all refractive surgery is to change the focus of the eye to decrease dependence on glasses or contact lenses. This includes treatment of nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, reliance on reading glasses, and cataract. Eye Associates of New Mexico is proud to serve our region by providing expertise in LASIK, PRK, implantable contact lens (ICL), refractive lens exchange, and advanced technology intraocular lens surgery. Our refractive experts will work with you to identify the best – and safest – procedure for you.
What is LASIK?
LASIK is a laser procedure that is performed under the surface of the cornea. During LASIK surgery, a femtosecond laser is used to create a flap on the front third of the cornea allowing the excimer laser correction to be done underneath the surface. The front “flap” is then gently laid back down and is self-healing. LASIK allows for the rapid return of vision with little discomfort and quick return to normal activities.
This improves vision by reshaping your eye’s cornea. That’s the clear outer layer at the front of your eye. LASIK can treat nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
Take our LASIK self-test to see if you are a good candidate.
LASIK Technology
Eye Associates of New Mexico is pleased to offer IntraLase technology. IntraLase allows for a truly blade-free LASIK procedure. The IntraLase laser is a femtosecond laser developed by Johnson and Johnson, which allows a precision laser cut of the LASIK flap. The LASIK treatment is then performed with the excimer laser.
Eye Associates of New Mexico offers custom LASIK treatment technology with the iDesign system. The iDesign takes a very precise and custom measurement of your cornea using wavefront aberrometry. This customized scan is used to determine the treatment of your cornea, allowing the correction of nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism, while also correcting more subtle visual aberrations known as “higher order” aberrations. Serving the Albuquerque and New Mexico areas, schedule an appointment with our LASIK Surgeons today.
How Much Does LASIK Surgery Cost?
The cost of LASIK surgery can vary person to person depending on a variety of factors. Learn more about costs and financing options available at Eye Associates of New Mexico.
What is Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK)?
PRK is a procedure that uses the excimer laser to gently sculpt the surface of the cornea into a new shape in order to correct either myopia, hyperopia, or astigmatism. Results with PRK have been excellent and we now have data extending back nearly 2 decades. The healing time after PRK can take several weeks.
EVO ICL is an implantable contact lens that corrects common vision problems such as nearsightedness (myopia) and astigmatism. The lens is made of Collamer®, which is a biocompatible material that works in harmony with the eye. The lens, which is slightly smaller than a typical contact lens, is implanted in the eye during a 20 to 30 minute procedure. Unlike laser vision surgeries that permanently change the shape of the cornea, the EVO ICL procedure is additive, meaning that no corneal tissue is removed, and reversible. Worldwide, more than 2 million EVO ICL lenses have been implanted.
What is Farsightedness?
Farsightedness or hyperopia is the opposite of myopia. The eyeball is either too short or the focusing power of the lens or the cornea is too weak not allowing light to focus sharply enough. As a consequence, the retina receives a blurred image. In the normal situation, the cornea is spherical or round, similar to a basketball. Farsightedness can be corrected with glasses, contact lenses, or refractive surgery, such as LASIK surgery.
What is Nearsightedness?
Nearsightedness is also known as myopia and describes the condition where the eye focuses light too sharply either due to the length of the eyeball or the focusing power of the cornea or lens. As a consequence, the retina received a blurred image. Nearsightedness can be corrected with glasses, contact lenses, or refractive surgery, such as LASIK surgery.
What is Astigmatism?
Astigmatism is the term to describe how oval the cornea is. This “football shape” causes light to be streaked into a smeared or double image. Astigmatism can be corrected with glasses, contact lenses or refractive surgery, such as LASIK surgery.
LASIK Surgery FAQ
Interested in Pursuing LASIK Surgery?
Our eye surgeons are dedicated to excellence in refractive surgery. We offer LASIK, PRK, and ICL consultations in select locations across the state for anyone interested to learn more about the procedure and finding out if it is a good option to correct their vision. Contact us at your convenience for your free refractive surgery screening and consultation.
Meet Your LASIK Surgeons
The refractive expert surgeons at Eye Associates of New Mexico have over 75 years of combined experience and have performed thousands of procedures in our LASIK centers. Eye Associates is dedicated to offering state-of-the-art LASIK techniques such as custom, blade-free LASIK, PRK, implantable contact lens (ICL), and refractive lens exchange.
Are you seeking a New Mexico LASIK eye surgery specialist? Our doctors all live right here in New Mexico, are board certified, have expertise in treating routine and complex surgery, and are ready to help. Eye Associates of New Mexico are leaders in ophthalmology. We welcome you to learn about our refractive expert surgeons listed below and see why we have the experience and technology to deliver the finest results in LASIK eye surgery.
You are invited to come in for a consultation to discuss your candidacy for LASIK, PRK, ICL, or refractive lens exchange, the associated costs, and meet with our New Mexico LASIK eye surgeons. Learn how LASIK has helped millions of people around the world see better.
