LASIK Eye Surgery Procedure

LASIK uses a computer-controlled laser to reshape the cornea and correct refractive errors such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Dr. Cary Silverman begins with an instrument called a microkeratome to create a flap in the corneal tissue. This flap is lifted and folded back. The laser is then used to reshape the cornea by removing or ablating tissue beneath the flap. The excimer laser used in LASIK surgery is a cool, ultraviolet beam that severs the bonds that hold the tissue together. As this tissue is removed, the shape of the cornea is altered. The amount of tissue removed depends on the patient’s eyeglass or contact lens prescription, which is essentially etched into the cornea by the laser. Reshaping the cornea allows light to focus more precisely on the retina for improved vision. The corneal flap is replaced, requiring no stitches. LASIK surgery takes about 10 minutes per eye, and most people are able to enjoy improved vision without the need for corrective lenses.

Watch Mary Ellen’s testimonial about her LASIK experience at EyeCare20/20.

Contact Dr. Silverman for Custom LASIK Surgery

LASIK technology is allowing more and more people to enjoy freedom from their corrective lenses. To learn more about advanced custom wavefront LASIK surgery at our East Hanover practice in northern New Jersey, call us at 1-973-560-1500, visit our affiliated ALLEGRETTO WAVE® patient education site or contact EyeCare 20/20 today.