LASIK stands for laser-in-situ-keratomileusis, a procedure that uses specialized lasers to correct vision by creating a flap in the cornea and reshaping it. This surgery is effective for nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism, and can eliminate the need for glasses or contacts, resulting in clear, sharp vision.
IVG uses the most advanced LASIK technology in the world, which maps 22,000 unique elevation points to provide a personalized treatment for your eye. The highly precise and accurate map of your eye provides:
The actual procedure takes only minutes per eye, and you’re able to go home shortly after treatment. Years of technical advancements mean that it’s never been safer or provided better results than it does today.
It all starts with a free 1-hour consult with our clinical director, Dr. Vieth. Our staff uses the latest clinical testing equipment to model your vision and provide you with recommendations for your best treatment options.
Make today the day that you start your LASIK journey and discover how freeing and life-changing LASIK can be!
Choosing IVG-LASIK for your vision correction needs is a wise decision for several reasons. Our experienced team utilizes the latest technology in the field, ensuring that our patients receive the highest standard of care available. Our 17+ years of experience serving the Chippewa Valley area have allowed us to perfect our craft and gain valuable insight into the unique needs of our patients.
We can collaborate closely with your primary eyecare provider to ensure a seamless experience and a successful outcome. Our customized topography-guided treatment further enhances our ability to tailor our services to each individual patient’s needs.
Because we never want cost to be a barrier to clear vision, we’re the only local LASIK provider to offer both CareCredit and Alpheon, 24-month interest-free financing, and never charge any extra fees based on your chosen payment method.
Though LASIK has changed how millions of people view the world, it isn’t always right for everybody. Determining candidacy for LASIK is a simple process that begins with a complimentary consultation with one of our experienced doctors. During this appointment, we conduct highly detailed tests to understand your unique vision needs and recommend the best treatment possible.
WaveLight eximer laser is approved to treat patients 18+ years or older.
LASIK is appropriate for a wide range of conditions such as nearsightedness, astigmatism, & farsightedness.
Minimal change in your prescription over the past 18 months is preferred.
Your career and recreational visual needs will be discussed with an IVG Doctor when determining candidacy.
While most patients are suitable for LASIK surgery, there may be certain conditions such as thin corneas, that can affect your surgical options. IVG is the only provider in the Chippewa Valley to offer alternative procedures such as ICL’s and Refractive Lens Exchange procedures. With so many options, we often recommend alternative procedures to best fit your unique vision needs.
Determine if you are a candidate today by calling IVG-LASIK to schedule your FREE LASIK consultation!
– Initial evaluation with detailed analysis of your unique visual characteristics
– Wavefront-optimized surgical treatment
– Surgical drops included
– No fee for enhancements
All Conventional LASIK features +:
– Maps 22,000 unique elevation points for a completely personalized treatment
– Phorcides Analytic Engine Calculations
– The latest FDA-approved and most detailed LASIK in the USA
Instantly see things without glasses you have not before.
Vision keeps improving and side effects will subside.
Vision keeps improving and side effects will subside.
Most Patients feel comfortable driving to their appointment and returning to light work. Your doctor will check your vision to ensure your corneas are healing appropriately, 20/20 vision is common.
At your appointment, your doctor will check your progress and lift any additional restrictions and medications if necessary.
Congratulations, this is your final visit! By now you have experienced great vision without restriction.
The eye is very complex and routine eye health examinations are recommended to ensure the continued exceptional vision you have now achieved.
The first step in determining if you’re a LASIK candidate is to schedule your complimentary LASIK consultation with one of our experienced doctors. During this appointment, we conduct highly detailed tests to understand your unique vision needs and recommend the best treatment possible.
The good news is even if you do not qualify for LASIK surgery, IVG offers various other procedures that may fit your vision needs.
The short answer is yes, the benefits of LASIK will last most patients a lifetime. The procedure permanently reshapes the cornea to treat conditions such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Less than 3% of LASIK patients will ever need a second procedure to enhance their vision.
LASIK surgery does not prevent the development of ocular disease such as cataracts later in life. Cataracts can be removed and vision can be corrected even after LASIK treatment earlier in life. Cataract development occurs with or without LASIK surgery and may require removal later in life.
LASIK surgery does not prevent the natural aging of the eye and many patients may develop conditions later in life that require reading glasses. This transition takes place gradually in your 40’s & 50’s, whether or not you have undergone LASIK surgery.
During the treatment, the laser’s advanced tracking system will continuously monitor and follow the position of your eye. The eye tracker adjusts the laser treatment to follow normal small eye movements during the procedure. Typical treatments last less than 10 seconds.
While no surgery is without risk, LASIK is widely considered safe as the chance of side affects are extremely low. Long-term complications with LASIK are rare. In fact, serious complications are rare enough that it is difficult to find data on major complications caused by LASIK.
No, the actual treatment itself is painless. You will be given plenty of anesthetic drops and a light sedative to make you completely comfortable. While some patients may experience a gritty sensation afterwards, most report minimal discomfort.
Absolutely. Dr. Harvey and his team embrace collaborative care with your primary eyecare provider. Dr. Harvey and his team maintain great working relationships with regional optometrists to ensure exceptional continued care after LASIK..
In some cases, LASIK may not be the best fit for your lifestyle and clinical findings. IVG offers multiple refractive options for patients to achieve your best vision for life.