Frequently Asked Questions
Advanced CustomVue Laser Vision Correction
How long does it take to recover from the surgery?
Recovery varies depending on the procedure you have. Discuss with your eye doctor to determine which procedure is best for you.
Is the procedure painful?
The procedure is usually painless.
Will I need glasses or contact lenses after the procedure?
If you currently wear bifocals, you may still need reading glasses after the procedure. Individual results may vary, but most people who have vision correction surgery do not need to wear glasses for distance vision. For more information, discuss your options with one of our doctors.
Does Lake Region Eye Center perform Advanced CustomVue laser vision correction?
The actual procedure is done by partnering clinics. However, the eye care professionals here at Lake Region will provide consultation and screening to determine if you are a suitable candidate for laser vision correction and will recommend the best procedure available for you. Our doctors will also provide post-operative examinations and treatment to ensure that your eyes are healing properly after the procedure.
How does Advanced CustomVue procedure affect night vision?
FDA clinical studies showed three times as many participants were very satisfied with their night vision after treatment compared to their night vision with glasses or contact lenses before treatment. Ask one of our doctors for more information.
What are the risks of this surgery?
As with surgical procedure, complications may occur. Your eye doctor will discuss the possible risks before the procedure, so that any concerns you have can be addressed. Some complications include under-correction or over-correction, spots, light sensitivity, dislodgement of the flap that is treated during surgery, infections, scarring, and dry eye.
Who is a candidate for the procedure?
If you are 21 years or older and wear glasses or contact lenses to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, or mixed astigmatism, you may benefit from the procedure. Visit one of our eye doctors for an assessment and more information. They will help determine if you are a candidate for the Advanced CustomVue procedure.
What can Advanced CustomVue procedure do for me?
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clinical studies have shown that Advanced CustomVue can produce better vision than possible with glasses or contact lenses. Though statistical results may vary by the type of condition being treated, more than 95% of all study participants – regardless of condition treated – could see well enough to pass a driving test.
What is Advanced CustomVue laser vision correction?
Advanced CustomVue is a laser vision correction procedure that combines several innovative technologies that enable an eye doctor to measure unique imperfections in a person’s vision and design individualized treatment.
How accurate is the technology used in this procedure?
It measures imperfections in an individual’s vision 25 times more precisely than standard methods used for glasses and contact lenses. Before this technology was available, LASIK surgery was performed using the same measurement methods eye doctors use when prescribing glasses and contact lenses.