“All
Laser" LASIK (Bladeless)
During an "all laser" LASIK , the laser creates a corneal
flap of a precise thickness and diameter with a lower suction level
than a standard mechanical microkeratomewithout using a blade.
There
are several femtosecond lasers that have been approved by the FDA for
bladeless LASIK.
The
first FDA approved method for all laser LASIK was introduced by IntraLase™
in 2001. IntraLASIK involves uses the IntraLase™ laser to create
the corneal flap.
Other
lasers used for bladeless LASIK like the Femto LDV laser made by Zimer,
the Femtec laser made by 20/10 Perfect Vision AG, and the VisuMax laser,
have since been approved for use in the United States by the FDA.
Bladeless
LASIK offers laser eye surgeons optimal precision and total control,
which makes creating a flap safer and more predictable than standard
microkeratomes using higher suction and blades.
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All
Laser LASIK enables patients to choose laser vision correction surgery
with more confidence.
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