New Technology

New Technology Enhanced by
Physician Experience, Expertise

Vision correction has never been safer or more advanced. Since LASIK was approved by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) in 1995, laser and other manufacturers have introduced numerous new technologies.

In 2008, the FDA reviewed its procedures, and issued a report that recommended that patients choose their surgeons carefully – and seek surgeons who are experienced in all types of vision surgeries. On multiple occasions, Dr. Whitsett has been selected by the FDA to conduct such patient trials, such as LASIK and ReSTOR.

A few examples of new technologies available at The Whitsett Vision Group include:

Monofocal Cataract Surgery with the Technis® Lens: This single-vision intraocular lens (IOL) uses innovative wavefront lens technology to provide good functional vision in low-light situations like driving at night, dining by candlelight or walking in a morning fog.

Astigmatic Cataract Surgery with the Acrysof® Toric Single-Piece IOL: This special lens corrects astigmatism, a refractive error caused by the cornea being shaped like a sphere (more like a football than an oval). Thus, light bounces off the flat and steep curves, leading to blurred vision.

ReStor: This FDA-approved intraocular lens (IOL) replaces the existing lens – and gives patients 50 and older near, intermediate and far vision without glasses or contacts and eliminates the need for future cataract surgery. It is also an alternative lens for cataract patients who want a wider range of vision.

ReZoom: Another multifocal lens like ReStor, this IOL has five focusing zones to help the older individual overcome the need for reading glasses (presbyopia). Manufactured by Advanced Medical Optics (AMO), The ReZoom is uniquely designed with Balance View Optics technology which allows one to see near, far and in between in BOTH bright light and low light conditions. It is an alternative to the ReSTOR lens.

Visian ICL: This Collamer implantable contact lens is designed for individuals who have so much nearsightedness that LASIK is not an option. It also helps those with dry eyes and thin corneas.

Advanced Surface Ablation: An alternative for those who do not qualify for traditional LASIK, this procedure involves removing the surface skin cells in front of the cornea before laser treatment.