Anything with the word ‘surgery’ in it is always a little scary, but modern vision correction is one of the safest, and most-often performed medical procedures in the world. In fact, vision corrective procedures have become so fine-tuned that less than 1% of patients experience any LASIK complications whatsoever.
LASIK Technology
The word LASIK actually refers to the technical process of procedure (reshaping the inner layer of the cornea with an excimer laser), and has been performed since the early 1990s. Since it’s inception, there have been many progressions in LASIK technology over the past couple decades that have dramatically improved the accuracy of treatment, including the use of Wavefront-Optimized technology to improve the visual quality after surgery. Another recent technology advancement is the use of a second laser, called a femtosecond laser, to perform the first step of LASIK treatment. This makes for a completely safer and more accurate procedure than traditional LASIK. Omaha’s latest and greatest technology is exclusively available at Kugler Vision.
The LASIK Procedure
People are often surprised when they find out how quick the LASIK procedure is. Of course there’s a lot of work that goes on behind the scenes, but for patients the entire process is very simple. After a pre-operative evaluation to determine your eligibility, the actual surgical procedure is quite fast, typically less than 15 minutes, and most patients experience little to no pain or discomfort. The sensation of pressure is common, but the numbing eye drops make the procedure quite comfortable. A post-operative evaluation schedule will ensure you stay on track for a quick and easy recovery. In fact, most patients can drive themselves to their next day appointment – without glasses or contacts!
So what are you waiting for? Schedule a consultation today with one of our experienced doctors and free yourself from contact lenses and glasses once and for all!
Lance Kugler, MD, is a specialist in LASIK and vision correction surgery and CEO of Kugler Vision. A proud Omaha native, he is passionate about improving lives through clear vision. Dr. Kugler serves on several national boards, and his practice is recognized internationally as a center of excellence. Dr. Kugler is one of the original founders of the Refractive Surgery Alliance, an international organization comprised of over 350 of the world’s leading vision correction surgeons; he also served as its first president. In 2019, Dr. Kugler was selected as a TEDx speaker, and delivered a talk in Omaha about the worldwide epidemic of nearsightedness and refractive solutions. Dr. Kugler is an Associate Professor of Refractive Surgery at the University of Nebraska Medical Center’s Truhlsen Eye Institute, has been published in many medical journals, and participates in numerous clinical studies to advance the field of vision correction surgery. Additionally, Dr. Kugler is proud to be a Board Certified Fellow of the World College of Refractive Surgery & Visual Sciences. Dr. Kugler and his wife are proud parents to five active kids. When he has a spare moment, he enjoys skiing, tennis, travel, and fine coffee.
