LASIK/INTRLASIK: LASIK and INTRALASIK procedures have become the most popular refractive treatments today for correcting common problems with eyesight, including nearsightedness, farsightedness and challenges with astigmatism. Dr. William Boothe performs both LASIK and INTRALASIK treatments as outpatient procedures. These procedures cause little to no discomfort and require minimal recovery time.

Traditional LASIK: Short for “Laser in-situ Keratomileusis,” LASIK treatments entail two key steps. In the first step, Dr. Boothe uses a handheld device known as a “microkeratome” to create a corneal flap from the eye, which is gently folded back, allowing the tissues beneath the cornea to be treated by a laser. During this time, Dr. Boothe asks the patient to look into a light, allowing an Excimer laser to carefully shape the tissues in your eye to sharpen your vision. This step can take anywhere from a few seconds to one minute, depending on each individual patient. The corneal flap is then reset onto the eye where it is held in place by osmopic pressure and is allowed to quickly heal with the help of medicated eye drops.

INTRALASIK: INTRALASIK procedures are essentially the same as LASIK treatments, except that the entire procedure is performed using a laser. Instead of using a handheld blade to create the corneal flap, Dr. Boothe operates a computer-controlled laser to make the corneal incision, which is done with remarkable accuracy and reduces the risks of complications. Once the corneal flap is created, Dr. Boothe proceeds with laser removal of tissue in the eye to improve and sharpen eyesight.

Both LASIK and INTRALASIK treatments begin with a local “eye drop” anesthetic to numb the eye and ensure the patient is comfortable. A speculum is set to keep the eyelid open during the procedure. Ideal candidates for LASIK/INTRALASIK treatment are at least 18 years old, have had stable vision during the previous year, have healthy eyes without retinal or corneal disorders, and fully understand the risks involved in undergoing the procedure. Dr. Boothe has performed nearly 200,000 LASIK and INTRALASIK treatments at his clinic. He is compassionate surgeon who truly cares about the well-being of each and every one of his patients, who in turn offer stellar testimonials and have no complaint about their experiences at the Boothe Eye Care and Laser Center.