LASIK vs Relex Smile

“Clear sight” a blessing some of us are deprived of. The routine dependence on contacts or glasses can be sickening, particularly if it hampers outdoor activities like sports and adventure. To help people with imperfect vision, there have been various scientific advents. LASIK (Laser in-situ keratomileusis) is the oldest, while ReLex SMILE (Refractive Lenticule Extraction & Small incision lenticule extraction) is one of the latest.
LASIK is the laser refractive procedure which may has advantages like postoperative improvement and stabilization of visual acuity, but has its own share of drawbacks.
LASIK is not just painful but some of the patients may also suffer from side effects such as dry eyes, reduced vision in low lighting conditions. Visual distortions such as glare and haloes can still occur, while flap-related complications, inflammation, or infection in few if not many cases have been found to have serious consequences.
There exist better options
The ‘blade-free’ version of LASIK that uses femtosecond lasers has been a one of the major advancements in the recent times. But ReLex SMILE could be described as more advanced and much better technology. This has been available for some time now and has provided some of the most encouraging results which might not have been possible with basic LASIK. Introduced as a single laser refractive procedure without the use of a laser, ReLex SMILE is a single-step, single instrument operation. ReLex SMILE uses tissue removal instead of tissue ablation and it achieves a high precision of cutting. This contributes to the predictability of the procedure.
ReLex SMILE is an advanced technology which provides potentially a more accurate ablation. This is because it does not requires a retractable flap, thus reducing the surgical time. It also reduces the patient’s inconvenience of moving from one laser to another, as required in LASIK. Moreover, initial clinical results have also been promising, which found that postoperative refractive outcomes after ReLex SMILE were much better. Also the safety and efficacy of ReLex SMILE have been confirmed by various reach studies.

How is Relex SMILE better than LASIK?
ReLex SMILE is a novel form of ‘flapless’ corneal refractive surgery and is one of the most modern technologies available today. It uses only one femtosecond laser to complete the refractive surgery, potentially reducing surgical time and side effects. This technology could potentially and completely replace LASIK in the future. Just as good, or even better than LASIK in terms of refractive outcome, ReLex SMILE also has additional benefits, such as reduction in higher-order aberrations that leads to better quality of vision.

Source: https://drrajeshhospitals.wordpress.com/2014/08/25/relexsmile/

Relex Smile

Relex Smile

Whereas LASIK procedures involve cutting a flap, folding it back and removing the corneal tissue through point-by-point ablation using an excimer laser,
ZEISS ReLEx® SMILE utilizes the high-precision femtosecond laser VisuMax® from ZEISS to create a lenticule inside the cornea and access incision in a single treatment step.
 

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VisuMax

 

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2016.VISUMAX Lanch

We are going to lauch VISUMAX in 2016. There are introduction of Vusumax system

 

VisuMax Femtosecond System

Defining the pulse rate in refractive surgery

With the VisuMax^®, ZEISS is significantly shaping the world of refractive surgery. This ground-breaking laser system employs high-performance femtosecond laser technology and is characterized by its outstanding cutting precision, unsurpassed speed and gentle treatment technique. The VisuMax is thus the ideal platform for therapeutic and refractive applications of cutting-edge corneal surgery, including:

Flap - for precise flap cutting for Femto-LASIK and PRESBYOND Laser Blended Vision
Keratoplasty - for a broad spectrum of corneal transplant procedures
Incision for ICR - for tailor-made intracorneal tunnel segments
ReLEx - the step towards minimally invasive laser vision correction

With ReLEx^®, VisuMax heralds a paradigm shift in refractive surgery: minimally invasive laser vision correction. It completes the unparalleled range of innovative surgical possibilities and creates the ideal preconditions for tapping into new patient groups.
VisuMax is the logical enhancement of the product range for refractive surgeons – and marks another step into the future of corneal surgery, the progress of which ZEISS has been shaping for more than 20 years.

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Kendrick's LASIK experience

Name: Kendrick
nationality: singapore
Surgery: 2015.11.7 Z2 femtosecond All Laser LASIK

1. What convinced you to go through with the surgery? And what made you choose this Clinic?
My friend recommended me to this clinic and I was convinced of the doctor’s ability after he explaned to me.

Seeing the certificates in the lobby reassumed me of the doctor’s ability as well.

2. Tell us about what has changed since you had your surgery. What are the major changes, comparing your life before and now after, the surgery?

It feel great without having to look for my glasses when I wake up everyday. Everything is so clear.

 

3. Were there any inconveniences during the recovery process? Tell us about how satisfied you are with your newly improved vision.

None. Everything went smoothly. I am extremely satisfied with the outcome of the surgery.

 

4. What were the most valuable and memorable experiences at Joeunnun Eye Clinic?

The doctor,nurse were very kind and polite,answering all my doubts and assisting me in any problem that I have

 

5. Finally, what else do you want to tell us (our medical staff, doctors, and nurses)? Anything is OK, including some of your ideas that may help  us to improve ourselves.

I wish to thank them for their patient and kind assistance. Special thanks to Ms.Moon Joo for treating me so well. Everything is perfect.

 

Protecting Your Eyes from Solar Radiation

The sun supports all life on our planet, but its life-giving rays also pose dangers.

The sun’s primary danger is in the form of Ultraviolet (UV) radiation. UV radiation is a component of solar radiation, but it can also be given off by artificial sources like welding machines, tanning beds and lasers.
Most are aware of the harm UV radiation can do to the skin, but many may not realize that exposure to UV radiation can harm the eyes or that other components of solar radiation can also affect vision.
There are three types of UV radiation: UV-C is absorbed by the ozone layer and does not present any threat; UV-A and UV-B radiation can have adverse long- and short-term effects on the eyes and vision.
If your eyes are exposed to excessive amounts of UV radiation over a short period of time, you are likely to experience an effect called photokeratitis.

Like a “sunburn of the eye”, photokeratitis may be painful and include symptoms such as red eyes, a foreign body sensation or gritty feeling in the eyes, extreme sensitivity to light and excessive tearing. Fortunately, this is usually temporary and rarely causes permanent damage to the eyes.
Long-term exposure to UV radiation, however, can be more serious. Scientific studies and research have shown that exposure to small amounts of UV radiation over a period of many years increases the chance of developing a cataract and may cause damage to the retina, a nerve-rich lining of the eye that is used for seeing. Additionally, chronic exposure to shorter wavelength visible light (i.e. blue and violet light) may also be harmful to the retina.
The longer the eyes are exposed to solar radiation, the greater the risk of developing later in life such conditions as cataracts or macular degeneration. Since it is not clear how much exposure to solar radiation will cause damage, the AOA recommends wearing quality sunglasses that offer UV protection and wearing a hat or cap with a wide brim whenever you spend time outdoors. Also, certain contact lenses can provide additional UV protection.
To provide adequate protection for your eyes, sunglasses should:

• block out 99 to 100 percent of both UV-A and UV-B radiation;
• screen out 75 to 90 percent of visible light;
• be perfectly matched in color and free of distortion and imperfection; and
• have lenses that are gray for proper color recognition.

The lenses in sunglasses should be made from polycarbonate or Trivex® material if you participate in potentially eye-hazardous work or sports. These lenses provide the most impact resistance.
If you spend a lot of time outdoors in bright sunlight, wrap around frames can provide additional protection from the harmful solar radiation.
Don’t forget protection for children and teenagers. They typically spend more time in the sun than adults.
Be sure to see your doctor of optometry at least every two years [recommended schedule of examinations] for a comprehensive eye examination. It is a good way to monitor your eye health, maintain good vision and keep track of your solar radiation protection needs as well as new advances in eye protection.


** souce:http://www.aoa.org/patients-and-public/caring-for-your-vision/uv-protection?sso=y

Z4 SCOUT LASIK

The staffs were friendly and helpful, Doctor seemed to competent and gentle.

 I was mildly off put by the giggles from surgical support staff who fumbled and dropped equipment and were seemingly inept at adminstering analygisic eye drops before the surgery. The surgery was comfortable even though I was a bit worried about my eyes However considering that lasers were cutting holes through my eyeballs It was surprisingly minor procedure.All in all regarding the surgery, It was quick, relatively painless and the doctor seemed competent.I would have consider this a fantastic procesure,  However unfortunately as the anesthesis were off the pain became so excruciating that my eye muscles bagan to spasm continuely. I was concerned that this contractions may have affected the healing prrocess and the outcome of the surgery.

what irks me is that the simple prescription of the anelgesic eyedrops, or a single dose of a muscle relaxent, or an opite would have mitigated the contractions releaved the pain and allow the patient to sleep through the healing process.
 Now after 1 month, My eyes are getting better and I am very happy with the result that I could see better without glasses,  Thank you for the help and wish to be your business goes well.

  * Like what I said. I think because every person has different level of pain nervs, It would help the patients more if they would have proper medicines for after surgery. 

Presbyopia with LASIK

Correction of Presbyopia using Laser Blended Vision(LBV)

After the age of forty, it becomes harder to read up close. and reading glasses often become necessary. Now there is a method of correcting this problem using the Mel90 from Carl Zeiss-Meditec:: Laser Blended Vision(LBV). It uses the principle of monovision, in a better and more efficient way.

 

Mr.Jose Lora visited us on 29th August. Hi came frome US and visitied Korea for business trip.

His eyes were  -2.25 -2.25*168/ -1.75-3.75*28. Ths status is  mild near sightness and  high dgree of astigmatism. And His eyes had Presbyopia so he was wearing a prograssive glasses. In that case, We recommend Laser Blended Vision surgery( LBV) for Presbyopia. He recieved an exam and surgery on the same day. He could read 20/20 with both eyes and also have a good vision in close without reading glasses.

 

THe advantages of our technology:(Laser Blended Vision)

-No more glasses or contact lenses

-Improvement of acceptance rate to 97% compared to standard monovision

-If you are among the 3% that dose not adapt to it, this correction is reversible. 

 

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Restore Sharp Vision by Z4 LASIK

If you are looking for safe, accurate and comfortable laser eye surgery to correct your vision, Z4 LASIK is the procedure of choice you should consider.

The fastest laser performance

Z4 LASIK is the new generation of LASIK surgery which utilizes the most innovative laser performance called Femto LDV Z4 system developed by Ziemer company. Femto LDV Z4 has the fastest speed among femto lasers. If is 10 to 100 times faster than any other femto laser and has no tissue side effects. More precise corneal flap can be made with faster laser with smaller beam size and lower energy.

The smallest laser spot volume

Femto LDV Z4 has less than 2x2x2 cubic micrometer fine-sized laser spot volume. Such a highly accurate technology makes more precise corneal flap than any other spot laser. The risk of complication is reduced even further as compared to previous techniques.

The gentle way to restore sharp vision

Femto LDV Z4 utilizes the lowest laser pulse energy, which is in the unit of nano Joules. The laser's low energy pulse causes much less thermal damage or inflammation in the corneal bed compared to other femto lasers.


If you are interested in getting your vision corrected, you should consider having your clear vision restored by the new generation, super-fast, ultra-smooth laser performance utilized in Z4 LASIK. Kangnam Joeunnun Vision Clinic was selected as an outstanding hospital for Z4 LASIK by the Swiss Ziemer manufacturer, as the hospital has demonstrated its expertise in the field. Get more information about Z4 LASIK and other eyecare services by visiting our website or contacting us.

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