iLASIK Eye Surgery Benefits

The iLASIK laser vision correction procedure exclusively uses an advanced technology called the IntraLase Method. The IntraLase Method is a 100% blade-free approach to creating your corneal flap, the thin flap of tissue your eye doctor folds back to perform your iLASIK procedure.  

The IntraLase Method also delivers outstanding visual results; more patients achieve vision that is 20/20 or better when the IntraLase Method is used. Benefits of iLASIK include: 

Advanced Bladeless LASIK Technology

The IntraLase Method eliminates the metal blade used in older LASIK procedures, creating your corneal flap using ultra-precise laser technology. This approach ensures greater accuracy and reduces complications compared to traditional methods, leading to optimal healing and visual outcomes.

Enhanced Precision

The VISX Star 4 Excimer Laser system incorporates IRIS registration technology for greater accuracy. This sophisticated platform tracks microscopic eye movements during treatment, ensuring maximum safety and precision.

Can Correct Higher-Order Aberrations

Developed from NASA’s Hubble telescope technology, CustomVue wavefront mapping creates a detailed three-dimensional model of your eye’s unique characteristics. This allows your surgeon to address higher-order aberrations that other treatments cannot correct.

Personalized Treatment

Before undergoing iLASIK, your eye surgeon will use the IntraLase system to create a detailed map of your cornea and construct a comprehensive treatment plan based on the results. During the procedure, the IntraLase femtosecond laser then creates a precise corneal flap with computer-controlled accuracy.  

Finally, the VISX Star 4 excimer laser reshapes your cornea according to your unique corneal map, potentially providing clearer vision than traditional glasses or contacts can achieve.

Improved Safety Profile

iLASIK’s blade-free approach has demonstrated exceptional safety and reliability. The computer-guided precision of each step reduces variables and potential complications while providing surgeons with more control throughout the procedure. 

Do you want to learn more about enhancing your vision with iLASIK? Schedule an appointment at Des Moines Eye Surgeons in Des Moines, IA, today to get started on your journey towards better eyesight!