IntraLase initiated LASIK (http://www.intralase.com) is an
advanced new technology designed to create a corneal flap. With the IntraLase laser, the surgeon can precisely control the first step of
Custom LASIK. The surgeon can program this laser to meet the individual patient’s needs. This precision allows surgeons to treat
some patients once not considered to be LASIK candidates.
There are two steps in the LASIK procedure. First, the surgeon creates
a micro-thin corneal flap, which is then lifted to expose the inner cornea for the second step, vision treatment by an excimer laser.
How IntraLase Works
Pulsing at a speed of one-quadrillionth of a second, the ultra fast IntraLase FS “femtosecond” laser uses an
infrared beam of light to prepare the intracorneal bed and create the flap, using an “inside-out” process to complete
the first step of LASIK. - The beam of laser light is focused to a precise point within the cornea where a string of microscopic
bubbles is formed.
- Thousands of these tiny bubbles are precisely positioned to define the architecture of the intracorneal surface,
as well as the distinct beveled edge of the resulting flap.
- Bubbles are then stacked along the edge up to the corneal surface to
complete step one.
- The IntraLase process from start to finish takes approximately 30 seconds.
- The physician then lifts the flap
to expose the prepared corneal bed for treatment by the excimer laser treatment (the second step of LASIK).
- The LASIK procedure is
completed when the flap is securely repositioned.
IntraLase Advantage
IntraLase technology is a major
advancement in LASIK surgery. It
allows the creation of ultra-thin flaps
which preserves more corneal tissue beneath
the flap. It offers excellent
precision, enhanced safety, and
significantly improved outcomes over older
blade technology.
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