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Granite Bay Vision Care Optometry

Kevin G. Lockhart O.D., Inc.

    

Laser Vision Correction

Our office evaluates and co-manages the surgical correction of vision with lasers.

Dr. Lockhart has passed a rigorous training program and has been credentialed as a member of the Pacific Laser Eye Center network. His refractive expertise is a crucial link in preparation for your laser procedure. Your Pacific Laser Surgeon is the most experienced and specialized in practice today.

Lasik surgery (Laser in-Situ Keratomileusis)Cross section of eye

The Excimer laser removes microscopic layers of corneal tissue to change its shape, allowing light rays to focus more directly on the retina.


Are you a candidate for Lasik eye surgery?

In general, the ideal candidate for Lasik eye surgery is over eighteen years of age and has healthy corneas. Candidates must not have had a significant increase in their prescription in the last twelve months. People with certain medical conditions, or women who are pregnant may not be good candidates for Lasik eye surgery.

If you have questions, we offer no charge laser surgery consultations, where you can speak with Dr. Lockhart, find out if you are a good candidate for laser surgery and have your questions answered openly and honestly.

Call today!

Why wait? Find out if laser eye surgery is right for you. Schedule a free laser consultation today (916) 791 5490

How Lasik Works

Image of cornea being reshaped

The cornea is reshaped under a protective flap.

Nearsightedness

Correcting nearsightedness

Nearsightedness is corrected by flattening the cornea, removing tissue from the center of the cornea.

Farsightedness

Correcting farsightedness

Farsightedness is corrected by making the center of the cornea steeper. The laser removes tissue from the outside edges of the cornea.

Astigmatism

Correcting astigmatism

To correct astigmatism, the cornea is made more spherical. By changing the pattern of the beam, more tissue is removed in one direction than the other.

 

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