What is SmartSight eye surgery?
Hi, it’s Dr. Russell from VSON. When I tell people I’m a SmartSight eye surgeon, some ask me: “What is SmartSight eye surgery?”.
SmartSight laser eye surgery is an alternative to LASIK surgery for the correction of short-sightedness and astigmatism.
In some ways, SmartSight eye surgery is similar to LASIK and it may offer advantages over LASIK for some patients. SmartSight is a trade name for small incision lenticule extraction.
SmartSight eye surgery is performed using a SCHWIND ATOS femtosecond laser.
In the SmartSight procedure, the surgeon uses a femtosecond laser to create a small, lens-shaped bit of tissue (lenticule) within the cornea.
Then, with the same laser, a small arc-shaped incision is made on the surface of the cornea. The surgeon extracts the lenticule through this incision and discards it.
With the tiny lenticule removed, the shape of the cornea is altered, correcting short-sightedness and astigmatism – simultaneously. The corneal incision heals within a few hours without stitches, and sharper vision occurs very quickly.
SmartSight laser eye surgery can correct -0.5 to -10.00 diopters (D) of short-sightedness.
The best candidates for SmartSight:
- Are at least 22 years old
- Have no more than -5.0 D of astigmatism
- Have had no changes in their eyeglass prescription for at least 12 months
To learn more about laser eye surgery, or if you have any questions, schedule a free assessment at VSON here.
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Hi, I’m Dr. Matthew Russel, your laser and cataract surgery specialist
HI I’M DR. MATTHEW RUSSELL YOUR LASER EYE AND CATARACT SURGERY SPECIALIST
With over 15 years of experience, I enjoy the privilege of helping patients of all ages reclaim clear vision or preserve it for as long as possible.
Vision correction and high-precision cataract surgery hinge on the expertise and skill set of the provider who also has access to the most precise tools for the job. Ophthalmic surgeons like me know how to make treatment safe, comfortable and positive for the patient. They know how to minimise the risk of complications and maximise successful outcomes.
I have a passion for helping my patients enjoy the clear, high-definition vision they need to live rich and active lives. Now, I have hand-picked a team of professionals that share my passion and commitment to exceptional care.
Dr. Matthew Russell
MBChB, FRANZCO