Lasik Consultations Andover

Our doctors will assess your suitability after analyzing your patient history, health history, and a variety of other variables. Patient health history is an important part of your LASIK candidacy and general wellness. Interested patients must supply precise information so that our doctors are aware of any underlying illnesses that need to be documented and accounted for. The underlying conditions include, but are not limited to:

• Family History or Current of Systemic or Eye Pathology
• Allergies to Any Medications
• Environmental Conditions Impacting Your Vision or Ocular Health

Our physicians can make sure they’re appropriately identifying whether you’re a candidate for LASIK surgery by going over your medical history and background. It’s critical that you offer correct information and address any personal hesitations or worries during this part of your session.

The eye tests conducted during the LASIK consultation by our doctors are a part of the series of comprehensive tests that will help to establish your candidacy for the treatment. You’re probably well aware of the routine eye exams you’ve been taking, so you’ll recognize a few of the tests, but some of them will be new. Our doctors will accompany you during your entire visit to make sure that you are comfortable, you understand the purpose of every test, you have all your questions answered, and you get the full details of your findings.

Ability to Focus

If you’re a contact or glasses wearer, you’re familiar with some of the tests our doctors will do during the exam. The doctors will assess your eye’s focusing capability and the conditions that affect your vision as well. This analysis will guide our doctors in developing the best strategy to correct your vision. Your vision will be measured in different ways by manual refraction tests such as the famous “Pick One or Two” test. To make the manual refraction results reliable, digital analyzers will also be used to measure. Our doctors will also use digital analyzers to measure your visual acuity or the way light bends as it enters your eyes.

Dilated Eye Exam

In order for our doctors to examine the lens and retinas in the back of your eyes, they will employ a solution to enlarge your pupils. Once your pupils have fully dilated, the refraction measurements will be collected. This allows our specialists to verify the results of the initial refraction and obtain more precise measurements.  

Front of Your Eyes

Our modern diagnostic process uses high-resolution scans to examine eye tissue closely. Advanced digital scanners take detailed pictures, helping us check things like corneal health, tear film, eyelid health, and early signs of cataracts. These scans also show us the shape, structure, and thickness of the cornea so we can plan treatments that fit your needs.

Inside + Surface of Your Eyes

Digital technology allows us to capture incredibly accurate images of your retina and the tiny structures inside your eye. The retina is crucial because it turns light into nerve signals that your brain uses to create clear images. These images help our experts carefully assess the health and function of your retina. Additionally, we’ll thoroughly examine the composition and volume of your tear film, which is important for predicting the success of LASIK surgery.

Other Eye Measurements

In our comprehensive eye exams, our skilled doctors employ advanced microscopy to thoroughly assess your eye health and uncover any underlying issues. We meticulously search for signs of common conditions like diabetes, allergies, macular degeneration, and glaucoma. Additionally, we take precise measurements of your eye dimensions, including length, width, and pupil size, ensuring a thorough evaluation of your eye health.