Lynn W.
Age: 60
Occupation: Software Architect
Prescription:
Procedure:
Uncorrected Visual Acuity
| Before | After | |
|---|---|---|
| Right Eye |
20/100 | 20/20 |
| Left Eye |
20/80 | 20/20 |
Refraction Before
| Sphere | Cylinder | Axis | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Right Eye |
-2.75 | +0.75 | 060 |
| Left Eye |
-2.25 | +1.25 | 100 |
Patient's Comments
I have worn hard contact lenses for 45 years to correct astigmatism and nearsightedness. My astigmatism was such that with soft contact lenses, I still had three images in one eye and two in the other. When my last pair of hard lenses cracked, I discovered that the laser surgery capabilities were now available to correct my vision. I now have 20/20 vision!
Doctor's Comments
Lynn had endured many decades of rigid gas permeable lenses and he was definitely ready for a change. He had been told by a few laser centers in the past that he was not a candidate for many years because of the unique features of his eyes. When I had told him the news that he was a candidate, it was like winning the lottery for him. I don't think he'll ever miss wearing those rigid lenses again.