Optimum Vision With Laser Surgery
If you’ve worn glasses for years and tried contacts, but you’re still hoping for more permanent vision correction, laser eye surgery could be the answer you’re after.
Laser eye surgery works by altering the anatomy of the eye to correct refractive errors like myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. Other surgeries use lasers to help with fixing cataracts and other vision problems.
We can assess your eyes to see if you’re a good candidate for laser surgery and partner with you on your laser journey. Visit Highstreet Eyecare Center to explore your vision correction options.
Surgery Co-Management
While we don’t offer laser eye surgery in-office, we’re here to help manage your care. We can take you through your initial consultation, evaluate your eye health, and recommend the most appropriate surgery for you. Then, we can refer you to a trusted laser surgery centre.
Following your surgery, we can make sure your post-operative care is handled, including checkups. Occasionally laser eye surgery can have side effects like dry eyes, which we’re here to help manage.
Types of Laser Eye Surgery
Laser technology has advanced to offer many solutions, including aesthetic treatments, dry eye therapy, and refractive correction. When it comes to improving your vision, we may recommend one of these 3 laser surgery options.
LASIK
Laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) is one of the most well-known and commonly performed laser eye procedures. LASIK requires healthy eyes and a stable prescription within specific parameters. It generally isn’t advisable for people with very dry eyes or recurring eye infections.
The LASIK procedure involves cutting a flap in the eye’s outer surface, then using a laser to reshape the cornea. Following the surgery, you may feel some grittiness, burning, and some discomfort—these side effects are typically treated with medicated eye drops. You will be able to see soon after the surgery, though it will take time for your eyes to achieve total clarity.
PRK
Photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) surgery uses a laser to reshape your cornea. It’s similar to LASIK in many ways, with one difference—instead of cutting a flap in the eye’s outer layer, the outer layer of cells is removed using a brush or swab. Once the surgery is complete, a bandage-like contact lens covers the eye.
PRK may be a good option for people with thinner corneas or who are very active and don’t want to risk dislodging a flap. Recovery is slightly longer than with LASIK, with roughly 5 days of blurred vision. All significant changes and healing are finished a few months post-procedure.
Refractive Lens Exchange
Refractive lens exchange is regularly used to treat cataracts, where the eye’s natural lens becomes clouded. This type of surgery also shows promise for treating refractive errors and enhancing vision.
Refractive lens exchange involves using a laser to cut a small opening in the eye, removing the natural lens, and replacing it with an artificial intraocular lens.
Our Location
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We are located in the Highstreet Shopping Centre, serving the Fraser Valley community.
Where can I park?
There is parking directly in front of our office and ample parking available underground.
Our Address
- H165 – 3122 Mount Lehman Road
- Abbotsford, BC V4X 2M9
Contact Information
- Phone: 604-852-0164
- Email: [email protected]
Office Hours
- Monday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Stat Holidays: CLOSED
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Highstreet Eyecare Center
- H165 - 3122 Mount Lehman Road
- Abbotsford, BC V4X 2M9
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P: 604-852-0164
[email protected]