Is wavefront LASIK better?

Published clinical studies have demonstrated that wavefront technology results in a higher percentage of “20/20 or better” vision, more crisp night vision, lower re-treatment rates and better contrast vision compared to standard laser technology.

Is LASIK Medisave claimable?

Can I use Medisave to pay for the surgery? No. Refractive surgery is not Medisave deductible. The only exception to the rule is when there is a difference of more than 3 diopters (or 300 degrees) of refractive errors between your eyes and in the presence of spectacle and contact lens intolerance.

Is wavefront LASIK safe?

Using the latest LASIK technology, custom wavefront LASIK is extremely safe. Before you begin to look into laser vision correction, it’s important to find out whether you’re a good candidate for laser eye surgery.

What is LASIK wavefront?

Custom LASIK involves measuring the eye from front to back with a special laser, using what’s called “wavefront” technology, to create a three-dimensional (3-D) image of the eye. The information contained in the wavefront-map guides the laser in customizing the treatment to your individual visual system.

What is wavefront-guided PRK?

Wavefront-guided treatments use measurements of the unique problems in a patient’s optical pathway to design a custom treatment to correct the refractive error. Wavefront-optimized LASIK or PRK is a method in which more energy is delivered to the periphery of the cornea for improved accuracy for certain patients.

How much is a LASIK surgery cost in Singapore?

Advanced Surface Ablation (PRK, Epi-LASIK, LASEK, TransPRK): $3,800 to $5,000. LASIK: $3,900 to $5,000. ReLEx SMILE: $5,300 to $6,000.

Will LASIK get cheaper?

In fact, the price of LASIK has remained relatively stable for the past 10 years, while many other economic factors have risen. So much so, it is estimated that today’s LASIK is approximately 20-30 percent less expensive than it was just ten years ago.

Can you see better after LASIK than glasses?

More than 90% of people who have LASIK achieve 20/20 vision, meaning they can see from 20 feet away what a person with normal vision should be able to see at that distance, without glasses or contact lenses.

Is LASIK cheaper than glasses?

Comparing Treatment Costs LASIK certainly has a higher upfront price than glasses. Nevertheless, because of the lasting results, it could save you money over time. This long-term outlook, coupled with the many other benefits of laser eye surgery, could make it a great investment in your health and future.

When was wavefront LASIK introduced?

Over the years, a variety of different procedures have been invented. In 2002, wavefront LASIK gained FDA approval. Using Wavefront technology, we are able to detect the higher order abnormalities and relay this information to the excimer laser.

What is the difference between wavefront guided and wavefront optimized?

There are currently two types of wavefront surgery, wavefront-optimized and wavefront-guided. Wavefront-optimized tries to minimize the induction of aberrations in the eye during surgery. Wavefront-guided treatments use a wave of light to measure the exact optical abnormalities across many points.

Will LASIK last forever?

How Long Does LASIK Last? Laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) is a surgical procedure that can improve your vision. It permanently reshapes the tissue in the front of your eye, and these changes last your whole life. However, most people’s vision gets worse over time as part of the natural aging process.

What if I sneeze during LASIK?

If you sneeze, move or blink during the treatment, the laser tracks your eye over one thousand times per second and adjusts the laser to make certain the laser is applied to exactly the right place. So, there is no reason to worry if you sneeze during LASIK.

How much does wavefront-guided LASIK cost?

Wavefront-guided LASIK usually costs more than conventional LASIK. If your surgeon combines wavefront-guided LASIK with a bladeless LASIK procedure, this can increase the cost further. An average range for LASIK is $4,000 to $5,000 for both eyes.

What are the side effects of wavefront LASIK?

The wavefront procedure may take longer than traditional LASIK. Side effects like dry eye, hazy or blurry vision, undercorrections or overcorrections, infection, and inflammation are just as likely with wavefront as traditional LASIK.

Does wavefront PRK (customised LASIK) reduce haloes and starbursts?

According to clinical data, the Wavefront PRK or Wavefront LASIK (customised treatment) provided by this clinic, is able to reduce the incidence of seeing haloes and starbursts at night, which optimises the surgical outcome. Dr. David Chan is the Medical Director and Senior Consultant Eye Surgeon here.

Are You a candidate for Wavefront-guided laser eye surgery?

Since a wavefront-guided procedure requires exact measurements, not everyone is a candidate. For example, the aberrometer may not capture a high-quality measurement on someone with a corneal scar or who has lens implants from cataract surgery.