Eye Surgical Associates, the only downstate provider of IntraLase
(a uniquely safe, computer controlled, no-blade alternative to
creating the corneal flap in LASIK)

IntraLase® is rapidly becoming known as a key ingredient to optimizing visual results in laser vision correction surgery. This exceptional technology, known as the IntraLase FS laser, provides a less invasive, computer controlled, no-blade approach to the important first step of the LASIK laser vision correction procedure. This step, traditionally performed with a surgical blade (microkeratome), has now been enhanced by the laser’s micron level accuracy making every procedure more predictable. This remarkable precision, provided by IntraLase technology, makes laser vision correction a comfortable and confident choice.

Vision correction surgery is actually a two-step process. First, a thin flap of the top layers of corneal tissue is created and folded back. Then, an excimer laser reshapes the interior of the cornea and the flap is replaced. In traditional surgery, the corneal flap is created with a microkeratome, a metal blade within a mechanical hand-held device. While this generally provides good results, the procedure can result in complications because it is difficult to ensure an accurate depth and consistent thickness of the flap with blade technology. By replacing the traditional microkeratome blade approach with a silent, tiny beam of laser light, the IntraLase FS laser reduces the risk of complication in creating the corneal flap; in fact, more patients may be candidates for laser vision correction due to this unique level of precision that was previously unavailable.

The IntraLase FS (femtosecond) laser creates the corneal flap with a precisely predetermined pattern and depth. This laser precision offers a unique level of safety in the creation of the corneal flap, and enables the surgeon to safely create a corneal flap of precise shape and thickness. In the past people with corneas too thin, flat, steep or irregular weren’t considered good candidates for LASIK. With IntraLase’s high degree of accuracy now we are able to help many more people reduce their dependency on glasses and contacts.

The singular benefit is, by replacing the blade with the IntraLase laser, complications may be reduced leading to better vision outcomes. The result is a uniquely safe, uniquely precise and predictable corneal resection with customized excimer laser (LASIK) correction.

Printer Friendly Brochure
The IntraLase® Method for a Blade-Free LASIK Experience
(164kb .pdf file)

To view and print this document, you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader; if you do not have it, follow the link below to download a copy.