LASIK
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Thomas S. Tooma, MD Laser Eye Centers (888) 225-5852 www.tlcvision.com |
Paul Imperia, MD Imperia Laser Eye Center (877) 202-0669 www.imperiavision.com |
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Dr. Tooma’s experience in performing Laser Vision Correction places him among the top five LASIK surgeons in the western United States. Currently he performs well over 6,000 LASIK procedures per year. Dr. Tooma has been involved in Laser Vision Correction since 1994 as a principal investigator in the initial clinical trials in the United States. He has taught and certified many ophthalmic surgeons in excimer laser procedures. |
Dr. Paul Imperia is one of our region’s most experienced fellowship trained vision correction specialists. Since 1990, Dr. Imperia has successfully treated thousands of patients. He has written scientific articles and book chapters, lectured at national medical meetings, and trained other ophthalmologists and optometrists. Dr. Imperia not only believes in this procedure, he has had LASIK done himself. |
LASIK ~ The Procedure of Choice
With the recent advancements in excimer laser technology, hundreds of thousands of individuals around the world are able to work and play without glasses or contacts for most, if not all, of their activities.
How Does it Work?
For those who are nearsighted, the excimer laser gently evaporates tissue in the center of the cornea,
making it flatter so that light rays are focused directly on the retina instead of in front of it.
For those who are farsighted, the excimer laser gently evaporates tissue around the outside of the
cornea to make it steeper, so that light rays are focused directly on the retina instead of behind it.
For those who have astigmatism, the excimer laser gently evaporates tissue where the cornea is uneven,
so that light rays are not distorted.
The Benefits of LASIK
LASIK offers improved vision without pain! Topical eye drops are used prior to surgery to
anesthetize the eye.
The actual procedure takes just seconds for each eye, and in just minutes patients are out of the
on-site surgery suite and on their way to the clear vision they have dreamed of.
Many patients experience a dramatic improvement in their vision within hours, and most are able to
return to their normal activities in just a day or two.
The cornea has extraordinary bonding qualities, enabling it to heal rapidly without the use of stitches.
Patients wear clear plastic shields over their eyes for approximately 24 hours after their surgery, and at night for several weeks.
There are minimal risks. Complications and infections are rare.
To find out if you are a candidate for LASIK, call Eye Life Institute at (530) 877-2020 to schedule your complimentary consultation.
