1. Myth
Laser Vision Correction is new and there is little long-term experience.

Fact:
Laser Vision Correction is over 15 years old. There are millions of people who have had it done with a very small number of serious complications. The founding principles on which Laser Vision Correction was built are nearly 50 years old.
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2. Myth
Laser Vision Correction is not really surgery.

Fact:
Laser Vision Correction is one of the most delicate surgeries known. Surgical skills as well as excellent pre & postoperative care enhance your chance for an excellent result.
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3. Myth
The more cases a surgeon has done, the better chance of a good result.

Fact:
Experience is important. However, once a physician has passed the learning curve (400-500 cases), what becomes of greater importance than the quantity of surgery performed is the quality of surgery. In other words, individualized, personal care by a meticulous surgeon is extremely important. Laser Vision Correction is surgery and should be looked upon as such just as you would for any other surgery. Dr. Hedaya is the most experienced flying spot Laser Vision Correction specialist in central NJ.
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4. Myth
Lasik is superior to PRK (LASEK).

Fact:
Lasik may be more convenient than PRK, but PRK has some significant safety benefits. (See our comparison chart)
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5. Myth
All laser lasik (Intralase) is the safest laser procedure.

Fact:
All Lasik procedures involves making a corneal incision that creates a corneal flap. Flaps that are made utilizing a laser (Intralase) or newer fourth generation Microkeratomes have a very good safety profile in general. Making a flap however introduces a degree of risk not seen with PRK. (See our comparison chart). In addition, the Intralase may infrequently cause a poorly understood syndrome of severe light sensitivity termed "GAPS" While GAPS is uncommon it can persist for up to months.

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6. Myth
All lasers are the same.

Fact:
Each laser used in Laser Vision Correction has its own strengths. Certain lasers, as well as ancillary equipment, however, offer significant advantages over others. This is one of reasons costs of treatment can vary. Central New Jersey is fortunate to have the only LADARVision laser at Dr. Hedaya's laser center. The center also has unique air quality control systems (utilized in pharmaceutical & microchip manufacturing industries) to enhance the reproducibility of your results
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7. Myth
Once our eyes are treated, they can never change.

Fact:
Once your eyes are treated they can still change although they rarely revert back to where they started. We generally look for a stable glasses prescription prior to performing laser to ensure there will be little change in the years to come. Enhancement may be easier with PRK 2-3 years after surgery than Lasik if it may be needed. (See our comparison chart)
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8. Myth
All lasers perform PRK with the same degree of safety.

Fact:
Only flying spot lasers (the LADARVision 4000) make the chance of a bad result from surface irregularities (called central islands) unlikely (actually never reported on the LADARVision 4000!)
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9. Myth
Laser Vision Correction removes the need for reading glasses.

Fact:
A "mono-vision" treatment can reduce the dependency on reading glasses after the age of 40 if they are the appropriate candidates. However, most patients after this age use reading glasses.
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10. Myth
If the FDA approves, it must be OK.

Fact:
While the FDA approves a certain range of Laser Vision Correction, the fact is for some patients keeping in those guidelines can be deleterious. A good surgeon knows the limit of what can be done safely.
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11. Myth
Laser Vision Correction is superior in large cites, foreign lands or exotic locations.

Fact:
The reality is nearly 99%+ of all technologies are available on a global basis. What sets the USA apart is clinical trials which are reliable to help objectively define what is good or bad practice. The whole world looks to our trials. The LADARVision 4000 the has only laser radar tracker on earth to assure accurate treatment. Furthermore, it has the only tracker good enough to be FDA approved.
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12. Myth
All patients have glare and haloes post operatively.

Fact:
With today's laser and techniques, significant haloes and glare are uncommon if proper procedures are adhered to. Flying spot lasers such as the LADARVision 4000 offer more options to reduce these complications.
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13. Myth
Dry eyes are temporary after Laser Vision Correction.

Fact:
With Lasik, a drier eye is common after surgery and usually permanent, although mild for most patients. PRK however causes significant less dryness. (See our comparison chart).
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14. Myth
Dr. Hedaya is the best Laser Vision Correction surgeon on earth.

Fact:
We cannot tell you if he is or isn't. What we can tell you is there are few surgeons who are more thorough and detailed in the approach to your care. This has led to Dr. Hedaya's very high success rate on the first time out.
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If you have any question or concerns about Laser Vision Correction,
ask Dr. Hedaya for a candid opinion.

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Dr. Ed Hedaya is a New Jersey LASIK Eye Surgery Specialist. He performs LASIK and PRK in New Jersey, LASEK New Jersey and Laser Eye Surgery New Jersey at his offices in Monmouth County, Ocean County and Trinton Falls. When you think of LASIK New Jersey, LASIK South Jersey or LASIK NJ, think of InVision Eye Care and Dr. Edward Hedaya.

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