LASIK Eye Surgery at Shady Grove Ophthalmology
The Shady Grove Ophthalmology Difference
A Caring, Concierge Experience
From your first consultation to your final post-surgery visit, you’ll receive attentive, compassionate care directly from Dr. Roberts and his team. He personally guides you through every step, explaining your options honestly and ensuring you feel confident and cared for throughout the entire process.
At Shady Grove Ophthalmology, you’re not just another appointment. You’re an individual with a vision goal we share.
Invest in Clearer Vision
Over time, the cost of glasses, contacts, and maintenance adds up. LASIK is not only a smart investment but also a priceless improvement in your daily quality of life.
If you’re ready to see the world with clarity and confidence, schedule your complimentary LASIK evaluation with Dr. Roberts today and discover what personalized vision correction can do for you.
Choosing a LASIK Surgeon
Choosing to undergo eye surgery is a difficult decision with long-lasting consequences. You will live with the results of your surgery for years to come. That’s why it’s so important to find an experienced surgeon equipped with the latest technology to ensure that you enjoy the best surgical result possible, with improved vision and no complications. You probably don’t want to put your eyesight in the hands of an inexperienced surgeon or budget LASIK practice.
Experience
Dr. Anthony O. Roberts has extensive experience in laser vision correction. Dr. Anthony Roberts has performed more than 81,000 Lasik and other refractive procedures.
Honesty
We don’t pressure our patients into undergoing a procedure that isn’t right for them. Every patient interested in LASIK is given an extensive evaluation to determine whether LASIK is right for him or her. During the consultation, the patient and surgeon have a frank discussion about the advantages and risks of having laser vision correction. Only then is the patient accepted as a pre-operative LASIK candidate.
Caring
Unlike high-volume LASIK “factories,” we take the time to ensure that every patient receives the best care and attention. The procedure is quick—about 15 minutes per eye—but we don’t rush our patients in and out of the office to make room for the next one in line.
Am I a Candidate for Contoura LASIK?
Contoura, while advanced, isn’t a fit for all individuals. Contoura is best for nearsighted patients, either with or without an astigmatism.
Contoura Topography-Guided LASIK surgery is particularly helpful to patients with common vision problems such as myopia (nearsightedness), astigmatism, and/or irregular corneas. This personalized diagnostic technology is used to help identify and record imperfections in the curvature and optics of the cornea, and then uses those measurements to provide a more personalized procedure designed to produce the best results possible. Contoura® LASIK can help patients who might otherwise not be candidates for traditional LASIK.
The best way to determine if you are a candidate is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Roberts. During the initial LASIK consultation and eye evaluation, Dr. Roberts will first determine if you are a candidate for LASIK and then decide if Topography-Guided Laser Vision Correction is the best solution for your vision correction and would provide the best overall outcome.
What to Expect After LASIK Surgery?
The Contoura® Vision LASIK surgery usually takes less than fifteen minutes. While everyone is different, most patients report feeling little to no pain during the surgery.
Because no two cases are the same, the recovery time for LASIK can differ. However, most patients start to notice a dramatic improvement in eyesight almost immediately, most 20/20 or better. You will need to rest your eyes and wear protective eye shields as well as the following:
- Avoid rubbing the eyes
- Rest at home with your protective eyeglasses.
- Keep your eyes clean
- Take any prescribed medications and follow any/all post-operative instructions provided by the doctor.
In some cases, patients could experience mild discomfort during the first few days as their eyes heal, and it is not uncommon to also experience teary, watery, or red eyes for the first few days following surgery. Most patients can return to work the next day, however. The eyes can continue to heal and vision improve for about 3 months.
Our LASIK Technology
Contoura® Vision Topography Guided LASIK
CONTOURA® Vision is a revolutionary breakthrough technology in corrective eye surgery that features cutting edge, topography-guided laser vision correction. It is the latest and most advanced, FDA approved LASIK technology available in the United States for laser vision correction.
CONTOURA® Vision improves upon the traditional Wavelight® LASIK procedure because it utilizes a technologically-advanced mapping technology to map the contours of the surface of each individual’s unique cornea. The advanced scanning procedure samples up to 22,000 elevation points for each eye, creating a unique vision profile specific for each patient — allowing for a more precise level of personalized treatment for each patient.
Studies are showing that patients receiving Contoura LASIK are experiencing better vision than ever — even better than with glasses or contact lenses. According to clinical trials and reports by the Food and Drug Administration, CONTOURA® Vision has produced profound results:
- “92.6% of eyes that received topography-guided LASIK treatment achieved 20/20 vision or better.”
- “Nearly 65% of eyes treated with personalized topography-guided LASIK experienced 20/16 vision or better in clinical study”
Dr. Anthony O. Roberts is pleased to announce that CONTOURA® Vision is now available at Shady Grove Ophthalmology’s office in Rockville, MD.