Lasik Consultations Minneapolis

Our medical team carefully evaluates your medical history, patient background, and various other factors to determine your suitability for LASIK surgery. Your overall health and eligibility hinge significantly on your medical history. Therefore, it’s crucial for interested patients to provide accurate information, allowing our doctors to assess any underlying conditions that may impact the procedure. These essential criteria encompass a range of factors, including but 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 team of specialists carefully reviews your previous medical data to determine whether you are a good candidate for LASIK surgery. During this crucial time, we encourage you to freely express any private concerns you may have. Accurate data is necessary for us to make wise decisions. You can be confident that we will take care of any concerns you may have and ensure that every choice is made with your needs in mind.

In order to evaluate your candidacy for LASIK, our specialists will perform a thorough series of tests during your appointment. Some of these tests may be new to you, while others may be familiar from past eye exams. Throughout the appointment, our doctors will keep you informed, address any concerns you may have, explain the purpose of each test, and carefully review your results with you. It’s important to understand and trust the process, as we are here to support you every step of the way.

Ability to Focus

If you regularly wear contacts or glasses, our professionals will likely conduct many of the same exams you’ve undergone before. They will thoroughly assess your ability to see clearly and focus your eyesight. This evaluation involves examining your eyesight from multiple perspectives using various manual refraction tests, including the well-known “Pick One or Two” method. Additionally, digital analyzers will measure light scattering and vision quality as light enters your eyes to confirm the findings of the manual refraction. These comprehensive evaluations empower our experts to determine the most effective course of action for enhancing your vision.

Dilated Eye Exam

In order to see the lens and retinas in the back of your eyes, our doctors will use a solution to enlarge your pupils. Once your pupils are fully dilated, refraction measures will be performed. This allows our specialists to obtain more precise readings and validate the results of the initial refraction.

Front of Your Eyes

Our advanced diagnostic process involves employing high-resolution scans to meticulously analyze your eye tissue down to the micron level. During your examination, you’ll be guided through a series of cutting-edge digital scanners, capturing detailed images of your eye’s surface and lens. These scans play a crucial role in assessing various aspects, including corneal health, tear film condition, eyelid wellness, and potential early signs of cataracts. Furthermore, the high-resolution scans offer comprehensive insights into the curvature, shape, and thickness of your cornea, aiding in precise diagnosis and personalized treatment planning.

Inside + Surface of Your Eyes

Digital technology will be employed to capture detailed images of your retinas or the intricate structures behind your eyeballs. The retina plays a pivotal role in processing light rays and transmitting vital nerve impulses to your brain, facilitating clear vision. Through these captured images, our expert team can thoroughly assess the health and functionality of your retina. Moreover, our specialists will meticulously evaluate the composition and volume of your tear film, crucial factors to ensure optimal conditions for successful LASIK surgery.

Other Eye Measurements

In a comprehensive assessment aimed at uncovering any latent issues, our skilled specialists employ state-of-the-art microscopy to examine the entirety of your eye’s structure. Diligently searching for indicators of conditions such as glaucoma, diabetes, allergies, and macular degeneration, our experts leave no stone unturned during this phase of evaluation. Additionally, precise measurements of pupil length, width, and size are taken to ensure an accurate understanding of your eye’s dimensions.