Are there limits to how much refractive error can be corrected?
Yes, there are. The limits for myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism depend on many factors, especially the thickness of your cornea. This can only be determined at your consultation.

How do I know if I am suitable for LASIK?
To determine your suitability for LASIK you will need to come in for an initial consultation in our rooms in Nedlands. At this consultation we will check your refraction and look at the general health of your eyes. We will discuss the procedure and what results you can expect. If you would like to check your suitability or if you have other questions please contact us on (08) 9381 0758.

Why do contact lenses need to be left out before the surgery?
Contact lenses may alter the natural curvature of the cornea. To have accurate results we need to know what the natural curvature of the cornea is, thus it is essential that lenses are left out prior to consultation and surgery.

How long does the surgery take?
The surgery itself takes 15-20 minutes per eye but you will be here for about 90 minutes.

What if I move my eye during the Laser treatment?
The Technolas 217z100 incorporates an active infra red eye tracking system. This highly sophisticated safety device tracks tiny eye movements and guides the laser to follow them. This makes sure that the laser treats the correct areas of your eye. The eye tracker incorporates advanced video tracking and reads the exact position of your eye at about 120 times per second. The eye tracker forces the laser to stop treatment if your eye moves outside the laser treatment range.