IntraLase Procedure Improves Safety and Vision

WINNIPEG, Jan. 25 /CNW/ - IMAGE PLUS Laser Eye Centre is the first clinic in Manitoba to offer the IntraLase procedure to meet growing demand for improved safety and visual results. The new bladeless IntraLase (R) laser replaces the surgical blade traditionally used to create the corneal flap before each LASIK procedure. Evidence from multiple peer-reviewed papers and over 500,000 procedures proves that the silent, computer-guided IntraLase laser creates a much more precise flap, delivering micron-level accuracy proved to be significantly greater than that of a traditional surgical blade.

"With the IntraLase laser, we have seen a more rapid vision recovery with improved safety," stated Dr. James Wiens, Medical Director of IMAGE PLUS Laser Eye Centre.

IMAGE PLUS currently uses the IntraLase FS30 laser, the latest generation in IntraLase laser technology. The new FS30 model completely and cleanly resects the corneal surface. The flap gently lifts away, revealing a smoother corneal surface, ideal for performing the LASIK procedure.

"The degree of accuracy is unprecedented," said Dr. James Wiens. "The flap created by in the IntraLase laser is consistent, smooth and uniform. IntraLase allows us to further customize the procedure for each individual patient and eye. Due to its more consistent accuracy, IntraLase may make LASIK a viable option for patients who previously didn't qualify. IntraLase provides further improvement in safety and precision, while providing predictably better visual results for patients."

Since opening its doors in 1990, IMAGE PLUS has invested in new lasers, testing and diagnostic equipment, and advanced treatment technologies allowing the surgeons to treat a wider range of vision problems and offer laser vision correction to an every-widening base of prospective patients.

For further information: Contact: Shelley Emond, Business Manager, Tel:
(204) 943-6287.