VISX STAR S4™ Excimer Laser System

VISX™STAR S4 IR™Excimer Laser

The STAR S4 IR excimer laser, manufactured by VISX™, is a revolutionary FDA-approved excimer laser used to perform customized LASIK vision correction surgery with high-definition and high-accuracy results. Using information gathered from each patient’s eyes, the VISX laser is able to correct the very specific refractive errors of each individual in order to achieve the best post-operative vision quality possible. This procedure can be performed on patients who are nearsighted, farsighted and/or astigmatic.

Combined with the VISX Wavefront technology, the STAR S4 laser is one of the most advanced laser technology platforms available today. Its key features that help to provide safe and sharp vision correction results include:

• Iris Registration (IR) – An FDA-approved technology that allows for the most precise alignment and delivery of laser energy due to reliable recognition of each patient’s iris.
• Variable Spot Scanning (VSS) – Laser beams ranging from 0.65mm to 6.5mm allow patients to receive correction completely customized for their individual refractive errors.
• Active Trak™Eye Tracking – This feature monitors three-dimensional movements of the eye during treatment to ensure continuous delivery of the most precise laser correction, with no need to dilate the eye.
• Active Trak™Automatic Centering – Automatically locates the pupil and keeps the laser focused directly over its center.

Treatment with the VISX laser is often shorter than other LASIK procedures, and involves reduced post-operative pain and faster healing times. Vision correction is performed using only anesthetic eye drops, with no need for eye dilation. Patients can return home shortly after their procedure and will likely be asked to come in for a follow-up visit the next day.

To learn more about the VISX laser and its many advantages over similar procedures, please call us today to schedule an appointment.