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NEAR and DISTANCE laser vision correction- BOTH eyes
Reliable correction of both distance and near vision using lasers has been a challenge in the past. Now IntraLASIK originally introduced to the UK by Centre for Sight can also be used to provide a full range of correction. Those in their 40s and above previously had one option when undergoing Laser eye surgery, and that was to have their distance vision corrected and compromise with readers for near. Solutions such as monovision (aka Blended Vision), made one eye shortsighted compromising distance vision but providing near vision. Many were unable to tolerate this compromise. Now with SUPRACOR this is no longer necessary and both eyes can be treated to provide simultaneous distance and near vision.
Eliminate the need for reading glasses
without the compromises of the past.
What is Supracor?
A Lasik / Intralasik procedure that uses a specific and highly sophisticated treatment profile that enables near, intermediate and distance vision correction.
Will both eyes be the same?
Supracor provides similar vision in both eyes. Unlike Monovision / Blended vision where one eye is treated for distance and the other for near, this Laser eye surgery procedure treats both eyes so that both are able to see equally at all distances.
How does IntraLASIK Supracor work?
This is a Lasik / Intralasik procedure where a corneal flap is created using the Intralase laser. The flap is lifted and the Technolas (previously Bausch and Lomb) laser is used to create a customised profile on the cornea. The profile has a small area in the centre of the cornea which is a little steeper and provides the near vision focus as well as an increase in asphericity which improves visual quality. In summary regain near vision along with the benefit of better quality vision at distance!
Hyperopic Supracor Treatment
Myopic Supracor Treatment
How does Supracor differ from PresbyLASIK
advertised by other companies?
PresbyLasik uses a very different profile on the cornea and a side effect is the inducement of undesirable aberrations. These result in night vision problems such as halos and glare. Supracor on the other hand does not induce these visually disturbing aberrations but still provides distance, intermediate and near vision.
Is the effect immediate?A dramatic difference is noted immediately in terms of near vision and all eyes see well enough to pass the DVLA standard for reading. To begin with the treatment does make patients a little shortsighted (-0.50D) and improves over the following weeks.. Distance vision continues to improve month by month and 20/25 vision is obtained in 74% at 3 months 96% at 6 months. (Multicentric CE marking study).
How do I know if I am suitable?
Suitability for treatment requires a thorough consultation with specific investigations including the degree of Presbyopia (requirement for reading glasses). The treatment is currently available for those who are farsighted (Hyperopic). Shortsighted treatments will be available in due course once CE marking has been obtained. Find out if you are suitable for Supracor - contact Centre for Sight to book a free consultation.
Can I be treated if I have previously had Laser eye surgery?
This option is being evaluated and based on preliminary information should be possible..
Do I need to do anything special after the procedure?
Supracor Intralasik is like all other Intralasik procedures and the aftercare is the same.
SUPRACOR RESULTS
These are results from the CE marking European Multicentric Study (courtesy Technolas):
Distance vision (96% see distance sc 0.8 or better (6M)
Near vision (91% see near sc 0.8 or better)
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