LASIK Surgery In
Long Island and Manhattan
Imagine seeing your most precious moments in clear, vibrant color. Imagine living life without glasses or contact lenses, and enjoying your favorite activities such as biking, golfing, tennis, and swimming even more. With LASIK eye surgery, this is possible.
What is LASIK?
LASIK is a refractive laser eye procedure that uses a laser to change the curvature of the cornea (outer window of the eye). Stahl Eyecare Experts now uses the iFS laser in conjunction with the Excimer laser and the CustomVue Wavefront Guided LASIK technology to perform laser eye surgery.
LASIK eye surgery has quickly become the laser eye procedure of choice for most patients because they recover quickly and have fewer side effects and complications than with other methods of vision correction. In fact, most LASIK patients notice a significant improvement in their vision soon after surgery.
LASIK surgery removes tissue within the cornea to treat low to high levels of nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. To treat nearsightedness, the steep cornea is made flatter by removing tissue from the center of the cornea. To treat farsightedness, the flat cornea is made steeper by removing tissue outside of the central optical zone of the cornea.
To treat astigmatism, the cornea is made more spherical—like a basketball instead of a football. This eliminates multiple focusing points within the eye and creates one point of focus on the retina. Astigmatism can be treated at the same time as nearsightedness and farsightedness.
What are the
Benefits of LASIK?
1.Decreased dependency on glasses or contacts
2.Ability to get up and GO!
3.Convenience with travel
4.No hassle with contact solutions
5.Clear, natural vision
6.Major lifestyle advantages with sports
7.Improved appearance with NO glasses
8.Less expensive than a lifetime of eyeglasses, contact lenses and solutions
What Happens During LASIK?
If you are seeking New York City LASIK you have come to the right place. Before LASIK begins, the area around your eyes will be cleaned and a sterile drape may be applied around your eye.
Anesthetic eye drops will be used to numb your eyes; no injections or needles will be used. When your eye is completely numb, an eyelid holder will be placed between your eyelids to keep you from blinking during the procedure.
Stahl EyeCare Experts uses the Intralase IFS laser to safely create the corneal flap in 12 seconds. During this process, you may feel a little pressure, but no pain.
You will be asked to look at a target light during the procedure however rest assured our laser tracks your eye to precisely deliver the treatment. The Excimer laser will be programmed with the information gathered in your pre-operative exam.
The laser treatment will be completed in less than a minute or two, depending on the amount of correction needed. To finish the procedure, the protective layer will be folded back into place where it will bond without the need for stitches.
Following your laser eye surgery, your eye(s) will be examined with a slit lamp microscope.
Learn About Some Common LASIK Myths – And The Truth!
The Best Technology and the Best Patient Care
The best technology, combined with our dedication to providing exceptional patient care has made Stahl Eyecare Experts one of the leading LASIK providers in the greater New York area.
Well over 25 years ago, there have been steady advancements in technology, leading to enhanced safety and visual outcomes.
Most patients are surprised to find that traditional LASIK involves the use of a metal blade. With All-Laser LASIK performed at Stahl Eyecare Experts, the metal blade has been eliminated, offering a premium level of safety and accuracy.
Having LASIK can be a big decision, and it’s important to research the best surgeons using the most advanced technology. Stahl Eyecare Experts of New York takes pride in the fact that we specialize in the most state-of-the-art LASIK technology available today. In fact, the technology we use – All-Laser iLASIK – is the only technology approved for use on U.S. astronauts and Navy fighter pilots.
Thanks to iLASIK, most people who meet the general age and health requirements are candidates and iLASIK has earned FDA approval to treat the broadest range of vision imperfections including nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
With iLASIK, recovery is amazingly fast, allowing you to get back to what matters most. In fact, most patients resume normal activities as soon as the next day.
LASIK Surgeons with Experience You Can Trust
Having performed over 40,000 LASIK and PRK procedures, Drs. Werner, Hufnagel, and Chang each have extensive years of training and expertise and are dedicated to ensuring your experience is exceptional.
The Long Island LASIK specialists at Stahl Eyecare Experts offer an array of options to improve your vision. Even if you’re not a candidate for LASIK, Stahl Eyecare Experts offers a variety of vision correction procedures to suit just about every patient and every prescription, including LASIK, advanced surface ablation, Conductive Keratoplasty (CK), Intacs™, Crystalens®, Rezoom™ and AcrySoft® ReSTOR® intraocular lens, bioptics, and incisional keratotomy.
Whether you’re nearsighted, farsighted, or have astigmatism, we can tailor the right vision correction procedure to reduce or eliminate your dependence on glasses and contact lenses. Our LASIK surgeons have been selected by Castle Connolly as for the best Doctors list in New York and have also been featured on FOX News New York. For the best LASIK experience on Long Island and all of New York, visit us at our Garden City, Manhattan, and Hauppauge locations.
Not a LASIK Candidate? Alternative Procedures Like PRK May Be a Better Fit
Photorefractive keratectomy, or PRK, is an effective vision correction option for patients who are nearsighted, farsighted or even those with astigmatism. PRK uses an excimer laser to reshape the cornea for improved vision. However, no corneal flap is created; instead, the outermost layer of the cornea is loosened and gently brushed aside.
The next step is identical to LASIK. The VISX Star S4 excimer laser, utilizing either iDesign or CustomVue software, is used to reshape the inner layers of the cornea. PRK takes only minutes to perform and the procedure is painless. Most patients are able to return to their daily activities within 48 to 72 hours after PRK, and their vision continues to improve for up to three months.
Depending upon your unique vision and lifestyle, your Stahl Eyecare surgeon will make the best recommendation for your vision correction procedure.
What is the Price of Visual Freedom?
Knowing how much LASIK will cost is essential when considering whether to get it or not. The actual price of a laser vision correction procedure depends on several factors.
Here’s what you should understand when shopping for LASIK.
LASIK is an Investment
No medical procedure is a guarantee, but LASIK is a worthy investment. It reduces or eliminates the need for contact lenses and prescription eyeglasses. Over time, you will likely recoup what you spent on the procedure in eye care savings alone.
Further, with LASIK, you will likely achieve true visual freedom. Ninety-nine percent of LASIK patients experience 20/40 vision, while more than ninety percent attain 20/20 vision or better.
The Technology Used During the Procedure
Some LASIK facilities limit their technology to outdated equipment to maintain lower costs. But paying more for the best technology is worth it when it comes to your eyes.
Stahl uses the state-of-the-art iDesign system. It gives your surgeon the most accurate measurements of your eyes possible, which means a faster procedure and a higher chance of optimal results.
The Experience of the Eye Surgeon
Experienced surgeons charge more than inexperienced ones. That’s because they bring a higher level of skill to the procedure.
The surgeons at Stahl Eyecare Experts have performed more than 40,000 LASIK and PRK procedures. They have the experience and training to ensure a smooth LASIK experience for you.
LASIK Financing
The cost of LASIK should never be a deciding factor when considering this life-changing procedure. The benefits of getting LASIK far outweigh any price you have to pay to get it.
Stahl Eyecare Experts offer various financing and pricing options to make LASIK accessible to as many people as possible. Stahl works with leading LASIK insurance plans, panels, and select provider organizations. These connections enable Stahl to offer you a handful of LASIK payment options.
Stahl accepts CareCredit and ALPHAEON Credit. Both are interest-free payment options that cover the cost of many elective medical procedures, including LASIK.
Ready to Change Your Life? It’s as Easy as Finding Out If You’re a LASIK Candidate!
