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Lasik laser eye surgery at Boothe Eye Care only takes a few minutes, but the postoperative period may take longer and this healing period is very important! Here are some pointers to help you heal faster after having Lasik laser correction:

First, it is very important to follow your surgeon’s postoperative recommendations of eye medications and precautions in order to heal quicker.

Secondly, you should eat the best food for eye health! A proper diet will not only positively influence your general health, but may be good for your eyes too. For example, eggs have choline, which promote the building of new cells. It is also useful to take a folic acid for vitamin B. Your daily menu should include:

Omega-3’s: salmon, soybeans, walnuts, and fish oil supplements
Zeaxanthin and lutein: squash, corn, spinach, broccoli, kale
Vitamin C: papaya, strawberries, red bell peppers, oranges
Vitamin A: carrots, green leafy vegetables, organ meats

It is important to eat a lot of protein rich foods during the recovery period! Eat light but nutritious meals. Before surgery the majority of patients are anxious and it might affect appetite. Therefore, make sure that you will not starve yourself before surgery but also ensure that you do not overeat. In the morning prior to laser eye surgery have a snack or eat a light meal. Also make sure that any medications you take during the day of your surgery is approved by your surgeon.

Blended vision is an advanced laser procedure that corrects myopia of one eye and hyperopia of another eye. Blended vision adjusts each eye of the patient in different ways. It is used to adjust one eye to see the distant objects and the other eye to see nearby objects. Blended vision or Monovision procedure is also used to correct presbyopia. Presbyopia occurs when the eye lens loses its flexibility, and the condition makes it difficult to focus in order to see nearby objects. Presbyopia is a condition that is found in individuals who are 40 or older.

Even though the condition appears suddenly, it is actually a gradual process happening over a period time. The flexibility loss of the lens is a gradual process that occurs as a person ages. Presbyopia cannot be prevented by any kind of medical treatments. Difficulty in reading, blurred vision and straining of eyes while reading are the major symptoms of this condition. No treatment can cure presbyopia, and it is usually treated by using reading glasses or bifocals. Apart from Refractive Lens Exchange and Conductive Keratoplasty, it can be treated by Blended vision or Monovision laser surgery. Monovision is a treatment in which one eye is fixed with distant lens and another with near lens.

Every person has a dominant as well as a non-dominant eye. Quick Eye Dominance test is performed to determine which is which. Normally, we are all using our dominant eye to see distant objects. Even if the non-dominant eye is working simultaneously with dominant, the brain prefers to use the signals received from the dominant eye than the non-dominant eye. In the Monovision eye procedure, a lens for near vision is used to fix into the non-dominant eye to correct the near vision and vice versa. The patient must go through a period of adjustment and most presbyopic persons are adjusting with Monovision. The patient will take at least one or two weeks to adjust with Monovision.

Blended vision or Monovision LASIK procedure can be performed on patients who have had benefits by using monovision contact lens. This LASIK procedure cannot be performed on everyone because this procedure is intended for presbyopic patients. With the blended vision procedure, you can achieve good distant and near vision. You should not expect a perfect vision outcome through the Monovision procedure, as you cannot achieve a perfect vision out of this surgical procedure.

Dr. Boothe of Boothe Eye Care will evaluate his patients to understand whether or not they are eligible for a blended vision or monovision LASIK procedure. He will also find out which is the dominant and non-dominant eye with the help of Quick Eye Dominance test. Monovision LASIK surgery is performed only when the health of the patient is in good condition. Dr. Boothe will determine the required amount of correction according to the present prescription of the eyes. After Monovision or Blended Vision Lasik procedure, you can enjoy reading without using contact lenses or eye glasses.

Introduction

Discoveries are made every day in the medical field but some are more significant than others with regards to widespread implementation and the actual effect they have on our daily lives. Wavefront mapping, for example, is a technology that has revolutionized the world of ophthalmologic medicine and given us a better understanding of the human eye.

With this technology, an ophthalmologist is able to more accurately determine the diopters that each person needs to correct their vision. As you may know, there are many types of eye problems. Some are treatable by glasses or contact lenses, and others by surgery. In order for a doctor to realize what is causing reduced or impaired vision, some tests need to be done. This is where Wavefront mapping is useful. During an eye exam in the past, a doctor would have to try various lenses on a patient to see if that particular strength improved their vision, and then to rely on the patient’s subjective affirmation of improvement. These days, the process can be automated using Wavefront mapping, and the results are much more accurate and reliable.

How does Wavefront mapping work?

The patient is seated in front of a piece of medical equipment, from which a beam of light is passed through his or her eyes. The reflected light is used to create a map of the eye with all its unique aberrations. From this, Dr. Boothe, is able to see exactly what is wrong with the eye. Furthermore, if the patient chooses to undergo laser eye surgery, the doctor will pass this exact data into the computer that powers the laser during the procedure, which helps the doctor perform the best surgery possible. No one has a perfect Wavefront mapping since no one has perfect eyes; however, not all aberrations affect your vision or need to be corrected. In many cases our eyes become accustomed to these aberrations and they fix the problem by themselves.

Advantages of Wavefront mapping

There are so many advantages for Wavefront mapping, that only few doctors are solely relying on older methods to detect vision problems. Dr. Boothe recommends a mapping for each patient, as it is a very accurate and fast process, and has no harmful side effects. All you have to do is look into the device, and the computer takes care of everything else. One of the main advantages is the accuracy and the speed of the process. Another interesting advantage is that the data collected from this mapping can be used to calibrate other medical devices, for example in laser eye surgery. In an ophthalmological office like Dr. Boothe’s, Wavefront mapping is one of the standard procedures for every patient. From this, the doctor knows exactly with what problems to address, and the patient can be assured they are received the correct treatment. Wavefront mapping can be used to determine and aid in the resolution of so many visual problems, that today it is recognized as one of the most important pieces of equipment in an ophthalmology office.

Introduction

Today, laser eye surgery is considered to be one of the most effective procedures to liberate people from the use of eye glasses or contact lenses. The extraordinary excimer lasers used in this technologically-advanced procedure are among the most impeccable pieces of medical equipment ever invented. A step above other manufacturers, VISX is a pioneering organization that led the advancement of this laser technology platform for vision rectification. In some ways, it is reasonable to say that VISX “invented” the concept of vision rectification through the use of laser technology. VISX created the efficacious Star S4 laser that has made laser eye surgery readily accessible today. Boothe Eye Care offers this innovative technology, which has a heritage of reliability, performance, and outstanding results, to ensure that his patients receive the most impeccable treatment available.

VISX Star S4 Laser Technology

VISX Star S4 technology is one of the most advanced laser systems available for vision correction offered by Dr. Boothe. It is approved by the FDA for standard LASIK and PRK treatments. The Star S4 features ActiveTrak, an efficient infrared eye tracker that tracks the eyes in three distinct dimensions. The Star S4 also features Variable Spot Scanning, which uses seven variously sized laser beams for quicker, easier, and more precise treatment. Blend Zone functionality allows for a larger area of treatment, which is ideal for individuals with larger pupils, and reduces the occurrence of nighttime glare. The Star S4 excimer laser delivers high-energy pulses to the eye’s corneal surface to accurately and precisely reshape the cornea. Dr. Boothe’s skill combined with the VISX Star S4 laser will give you the best laser eye surgery possible.

Unlike some other models, the VISX Star S4 excimer laser does not require that the patient’s pupils be dilated before beginning the procedure. This allows Dr. Boothe of Boothe Eye Care to focus more narrowly on your line of vision, and reduces photosensitivity after the procedure.

VISX STAR S4 Benefits
• Iris Registration technology allows for perfect alignment of the CustomVue treatment to the cornea during the reshaping process.
• Iris Calibration adjusts for movement of the patient’s eyes during the procedure.
• Variable Spot Scanning provides accurate sizes for different treatment types.
• Variable Repetition Rate optimizes treatment time.
• Tissue-saving algorithms preserve natural corneal tissue as much as possible.

The VISX STAR S4 system offers you the most precise procedure through some features:
 Iris registration technology
 The adjusted size of laser beam
 Active eye-tracking.
 Exact centering on the pupil.

The VISX STAR S4 is a unique laser system developed in a combination with the reliable VISX technology. The laser is controlled by computer system that excludes the human factor. In order to remove necessary amounts of cornea tissue the laser produces a number of quick impulses. After that laser emits a beam of ultraviolet light that does not penetrate into the inner part of eye. Hence, the iris, lens, and retina remain untouched. The computer system performs a five-step information processing to create a customized visual treatment plan based on the individual needs of each patients. With VISX STAR S4 technology Dr. William Boothe is able treat more patients with more options.

VISX system provides smoother surface on the cornea after the surgery that promotes quicker healing. Also, for greater control VISX STAR system tracks eye movement in all three dimensions during the surgery. The treatment with VISX STAR system requires a little time for procedure that reduce the risk of postoperative complications.

Boothe Eye Care Center is committed to providing corrective vision care for all customers. Dr. William Boothe has an excellent reputation and offers his patients the best eye treatment and technology available. To learn more contact our assistants or visit Boothe Eye Care & Laser Center.

A cataract is a clouding of proteins in the natural lens of the human eye that can block incoming light and cause cloudy or milky vision. A common condition among older patients, cataracts can make it difficult for people to perform simple everyday tasks that involve looking at things up close or in low light settings. Common signs of cataracts include difficulty reading or driving at night, constant changes in prescriptions or needing bifocals.

The only way to treat cataracts is to replace the natural crystalline lens in the eye with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). When deciding to undergo lens replacement procedure, patients can choose from a number of types of prosthetic implants that largely fall into one of two categories: monofocal or multifocal.

A monofocal lens allows the patient to see very clearly from a distance, without the aid of glasses. But the limitation is that a monofocal lens only offers a single focal point, meaning that patients will likely need glasses to read or to see things up close.

Multifocal lenses, however, allow patients to see clearly at a full range of distances and in a variety of light conditions. It also eliminates patients’ dependence on eyeglasses or contacts lenses. This means being able to watch TV, drive or read without the aid of glasses.

Dr. William Boothe: ReZoom Multifocal IOL

At his world-class surgical facility in Plano, Texas, Dr. William Boothe offers the ReZoom Multifocal IOL, an advanced lens that has restored clear vision for hundreds of patients. Integrating the Balanced View Optics Technology, the ReZoom Multifocal IOL has five focal zones designed to give the patient a full range of functional eyesight.

Every year, Dr. Boothe performs hundreds of lens replacement procedures using ReZoom Multifocal lenses. His facility near Dallas, Texas, houses the most cutting-edge laser technologies available in the field of refractive eye surgery today.

The Procedure

Cataract replacement surgeries are outpatient procedures that can require anywhere from 15 to 45 minutes to complete. Patients are asked to arrive an hour early for pre-operative preparations. Dr. Boothe begins the procedure by making a 1/8-inch incision in the eye, through which the natural lens can be accessed and removed. A clear, foldable ReZoom Multifocal lens is then inserted into the vacated lens capsule through the same tiny incision, where it is remains in place as the incision heals.

During the procedure, the patient will be fully awake but will feel no discomfort. The incision made is so tiny that recovery time is relatively quick. Most patients are able to return home within an hour, following an observation period.

If you think you may have cataracts, call Dr. Boothe today to make an appointment for a complete eye examination and consultation. After thoroughly examining your eyes, Dr. Boothe will determine whether you are a good candidate for the ReZoom Multifocal lens. You will also receive additional information about technologies, risks and costs involved with the procedure. Rest assured, all of your questions will be answered before deciding whether ReZoom Multifocal IOL is right for you.

Dr. William Boothe is the one of the best and well-experienced doctors who successfully performs LAIK Enhancement surgery. This is performed when any complications arise after LASIK surgery to correct the refractive error. A patient can opt for enhancement surgery if they are not satisfied with the LASIK surgery or if there are complications. Options for improving your vision based on the evaluation of your eyes can be discussed with Dr. Boothe at Boothe Eye Care. Normally the vision fluctuates for several months after the refractive surgery. The eyes have a tendency to return back to the original condition. You must wait at least three months before doing the LASIK enhancement surgery in order to stabilize your vision. During this period, you can wear contact lenses or glasses.

In most cases, patients experience excellent results after the initial LASIK surgery. However, this enhancement surgery can provide better vision, as every patient cannot achieve 20/20 vision after the first LASIK surgery. The procedure for enhancement requires around two minutes or less. The corneal flap is created using specialized tools other than a laser or microkeratome in the enhancement surgery. After creating the flap, Dr. Boothe will use the excimer laser to reshape the cornea, which takes only a few seconds.

You are not eligible for an enhancement surgery if you have thin cornea after the initial surgery. If you are not eligible for additional surgery using LASIK, you can go for the Photorefractive Keratotomy (PRK) eye surgery. The enhancement surgery is not only possible after LASIK procedure, but also suited after other refractive procedures such as PRK, refractive lens exchange, and phakic IOL implants. Dr. Boothe evaluates both health and eye conditions before performing an enhancement surgery.

Complications associated with the enhancement procedure are same as that of the normal LASIK surgery. Some complications include:
• Corneal tearing
• Inflammation
• Infections
• Abnormal growth of cornea
• Too little or too much of corneal tissue removed during the procedure

I am 62 years old and I know that many people in my age wear eyeglasses. Even so, in a society we are asked to look younger constantly, it is an advantage in the workplace to see well without glasses. I’m managing a team of people, most of them younger than me, and I felt limited by having mediocre eyesight. I hate wearing glasses. I don’t know how some people use contact lenses - I tried it years ago and got irritation in both of my eyes. My wife advised me to visit Boothe Eye Care, which helped her mother with her eyesight, and see what they can do for me.

I went to the center and liked their politeness and the patience they had to deal with me… I was interested in learning about the different methods of treatment and wanted them to test my eyes and see which of these options is relevant. Dr. William Boothe gave me full explanations and after the exam offered me the IntraLasik surgery, which is the most advanced procedure they currently have.

I was out of the center the same day, went to work the next day. My eyeglasses were never needed again. I look better and feel better. Even my wife says it was a change for the better…

Crystalens is an intraocular lens approved by the FDA. The method used by Boothe Eye Care in Crystalens transplants is called accommodation and it enables sharper vision to the patient at different distances. Crystalens is used in certain cases of patients who are in need of cataract surgery. After the surgical removal of cataract, the Crystalens is used to replace the natural lens of the eyes. Crystalens is a high-tech lens that works like a natural lens as it uses the eye muscles to control its movement and focus on the objects viewed from all distances. Crystalens is used for correcting presbyopia in cataract patients in order to provide them with a single focal point. If a monofocal IOL is used instead of Crystalens, you may require reading glasses even after the surgery to focus on near objects.

With Crystalens, patients’ eyes are not required to adapt to viewing two different images. Patients who are implanted with Crystalens do not have to adjust to high degrees of glare and halos that are commonly seen in surgeries involving other multifocal intraocular lenses. The new generation (Crystalens HD) falls into the category of premium IOL - it improves vision quality of patients significantly. Depth of focus can be increased because of the special optic design of the Crystalens HD. Crystalens HD also provide effective vision of near objects by maintaining the accommodating amplitude and contrast sensitivity. According to the company, the risk of glares and halos will be reduced greatly in patients using Crystalens HD.

Crystalens provides crisper vision to patients using its accommodating nature. People suffering from hyperopia and cataracts are the best candidates for Crystalens implantation. Presbyopic patients are also good candidates for Crystalens implantation. Never expect a perfect vision, explain the doctors at Boothe Eye Care, but definitely Crystalens implants provide significantly better vision. About 88% of the patients with Crystalens implants are enjoying quality of vision which is higher than the standard IOL patients. Excellent vision is reported by patients even after seven years from the date of surgery.

The results of Crystalens implants change from one patient to other. Within one or two days after the implantation, patients can enjoy very good distance vision. Patients can expect some blurred vision for near and middle objects, but it will improve after two weeks. To strengthen the focusing eye muscles, patients should discontinue using reading glasses. To attain the full focusing ability of the eye, you have to wait for several months after the surgical procedure.

There will be a difference in vision between each of the two eyes after healing is completed - this is normal. The doctors at Boothe Eye Care are experienced in Crystalens implants. You have to consult with them to know more about the procedure and see if it fits your needs and medical condition. You should also perform certain eye tests to know whether you are a good candidate for Crystalens implant. Dr. Boothe will decide whether you can do this surgical procedure by evaluating the results of the various eye tests and your health condition.

I had a good experience thanks to Dr. William Boothe. He managed to find the most suitable treatment that would help to deal with my condition and restore my vision despite my thin cornea. I am very satisfied with the counselors attention. The nurses are nice girls who give detailed answers whenever I asked them. All staff members I had contact with during the different exams and procedures were very polite and had a positive attitude. My overall impression was that Dr. Boothe fostered an environment full of understanding to people with damaged eyesight.

Dr. Boothe had a good mood every time I met him. Although he is very busy and has many patients during the day he always listens attentively and tries to help in difficult situations. For example, I have a very thin cornea due to my use of contact lens for six years. My cornea condition was not suitable for a Lasik procedure. I was disappointed but he then offered me an alternative way. He told me about the Verisyse Phakic Intraocular Lens (IOL) which he considers a good option for patients with poor cornea. He explained that once I do the Verisyse Phakic Intraocular Lens surgery I will be able to restore my vision and be able to see far as well as close range objects. Dr. Boothe explained he successfully treated many patients with this procedure and they usually have good results. I was glad that there is a way to restore my vision and immediately agreed for the surgery.

The surgery itself was a very quick and painless procedure. Dr. Boothe is really a good surgeon and the vision correction was a success. I had irritation in my eyes after surgery but it lasted for only a few hours.Now my vision is fully regained and I can see clearly without contact lens. Thank you Dr. Boothe for your hard work and kind heart.