Treatments

Our Treatments

At Optilase, in order to provide you with the best possible laser eye surgery, we have invested heavily in the latest technologies allowing us to bring you the best available choice of surgery options.

We provide both LASIK and LASEK treatments, and with each, offer you the choice of either Premier or the market leading Advanced WaveFront Treatment.

LASIK (Laser-Assisted in situ Keratomileusis) or 'IK' for short, is the most common procedure and the treatment of choice for patients with higher prescriptions. The process works by reshaping the cornea at the front of your eye by creating a tiny flap, using the laser to make the necessary adjustments to your eye and then replacing the flap. The key advantages of IK are that it requires less time for recovery, and most patients report feeling very little discomfort.

LASEK (Laser-Assisted Sub-Epithelial Keratectomy) or 'EK', is available for patients for whom IK is not a suitable procedure. The decision is usually made in consultation with your Optilase Optometrist or Surgeon. The procedure uses the laser to reshape the cornea but first the skin on the eye is loosened and then gently shaped before the laser sculpts the necessary adjustments. While the results of the procedure are similar to IK, the recover time can be a few days longer and a clear protective contact a lens needs to be worn for up to 5 day after the procedure.

With both the IK and EK treatments, you have the choice of either Premier or Advanced WaveFront Treatment.

Premier Treatment is based on your existing prescription and the eye exam carried out by your Optometrist or surgeon before surgery. The Premier Treatment provides results equivalent to your current sight prescription for the majority of patients.

The Advanced WaveFront Treatment takes advantage of the latest advances in laser technology. Your eye is first scanned by our laser to generate an incredibly accurate map of your cornea. With this additional information your Surgeon can make even more refined adjustments resulting in even greater results. The benefits of Advanced WaveFront are that it delivers the most individualised method of treatment available.

97% of our patients achieve 20/20 or better without glasses or contact lenses after having the Advanced WaveFront Treatment.

Contact Optilase today on 1890 301 302 to book your initial free consultation.