For many patients, there are numerous reasons for poor vision. In a single eye, there may be several different types of visual imperfections called aberrations. These imperfections are classified as lower-order aberrations and higher-order aberrations. Lower order aberrations, such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism have always been easily diagnosed and treated, however, they are not the only causes of problem vision. Higher order aberrations — imperfections that cannot be corrected with glasses, contacts or even traditional LASIK surgery — affect the quality of your vision as well. Today, WaveFront Mapping technology is available to examine the entire optical system, detecting, measuring and mapping higher-order aberrations; revealing higher-order aberrations and allowing Dr. Boothe to correct them. The result is Wavefront Guided customized LASIK.

HOW WAVEFRONT MAPPING WORKS

Wavefront Mapping technology utilizes a low-energy laser to diagnose the smallest imperfections of your entire optical system. The results are mapped and displayed for analysis by Dr. Boothe, providing a complete examination of the focusing systems of your eyes. Problem areas previously undetected by past examinations are illuminated and the diagnostic information is converted into a Wavefront Map that is as unique to you as your fingerprints.