The
CustomVue system represents a major breakthrough in laser vision correction,
customizing each patient's vision treatment on an individualized basis.
Upon FDA approval of the CustomVue laser system in May 2003, Lawrence
Katzen, MD has been able to offer customized LASIK to each qualified
patient.
The Goal of Custom LASIK
Quantity VS Quality of Vision
For the past century, doctors
have measured vision by having patients read letters on a standard eye
chart. Normal vision has been defined as being able to read the 20/20
line on the chart. But just by identifying the letters doesn't mean
that you have excellent vision, especially if the letters aren't crisp
and clear.
20/20
Quantity |
20/20
Quality |
Until now, laser vision correction
has only been able to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism.
These visual imperfections or "aberrations" account for 85%
to 90% of the overall quality of the vision. There are other imperfections
which can cause the vision to be impaired even if you are seeing 20/20.
Unless these imperfections
are corrected, your vision may not be perfect even though you may be
able to see the 20/20 line on the eye chart. They can cause difficulty
particularly at night time and under poor lighting conditions. They
can also cause glare, halos and other visual distortions.
Thanks to CustomVue Lasik,
it's now possible for many patients to achieve a quality of vision better
than 20/20. New Wavescan technology allows Dr. Katzen the ability to
capture and correct the unique imperfections in your vision that could
not be previously detected or treated.
The
Wavescan information provides 25-times more precision than standard
measurements for glasses or contacts.
Imagine a quality of vision
so crisp and clear, it's like living in a world of Hi-Definition.
Call Katzen Eye Care &
Laser Center for your free consultation to see if you qualify for this
breakthrough laser procedure.
