Advanced Surface Ablation (ASA) is a highly developed form of Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK) that corrects nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. In this treatment, the cornea’s top skin layer called the epithelium, is gently removed. This allows Dr. Jeffrey D. Horn to use the WaveLight EX500 excimer laser to reshape the corneal layers.
ASA is a great alternative for those considering vision correction but whose eyes are not suitable to undergo LASIK treatment. The treatment maintains the structural integrity of the cornea and lowers the risk of corneal complications for patients.
At Vision for Life, Nashville’s premier vision correction center, Dr. Horn, performs ASA using cutting-edge technology to provide patients with the best possible outcomes. Dr. Horn, an internationally acclaimed and award-winning eye surgeon, comprehensively consults the patients, answering all their concerns before going in with the procedure, ensuring that patients receive the desired results.
Dr. Horn at Vision for Life specializes in the ASA eye treatment. Here are the various benefits of choosing Vision for Life for vision correction.
ASA is an outpatient procedure where Dr. Horn removes the epithelium, the cornea’s thin outer layer. Advanced Surface Ablation (ASA) eye surgery is a refractive surgical procedure performed on the corneal tissue and aims at correcting vision problems like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
During ASA surgery, Dr. Horn gently removes the thin, outermost layer of the cornea, called the epithelium. Once the epithelium is removed, an excimer laser is used to reshape the cornea to the desired curvature, correcting the refractive errors. The cornea’s surface is then allowed to regenerate the epithelial layer naturally. ASA is a safe and effective method for vision correction, offering improved vision without the need for creating a corneal flap, which distinguishes it from LASIK surgery.
ASA offers several benefits to patients. These include the following
ASA is suitable for the following types of patients:
Following ASA (Advanced Surface Ablation) eye surgery, it’s important to adhere to specific aftercare instructions provided by Dr. Horn for a successful recovery. Patients should avoid touching or rubbing their eyes, wear protective eyewear, and follow the prescribed regimen of medicated eye drops to aid healing and prevent infection. It’s important to keep your eyes clean and avoid exposing them to irritants like smoke and dust. Patients should refrain from swimming, hot tubs, or strenuous exercise for a few weeks to allow the eyes to heal properly.
Dr. Horn at Vision for Life will schedule follow-up appointments to monitor progress. Adhering to these aftercare instructions ensures a smoother healing process and optimal outcomes.
Vision for Life, the premier vision correction center led by Dr. Jeffrey D. Horn, is a leader in the field of laser vision correction. Dr. Horn has contributed to numerous inventions in this field and has years of expertise in surgical techniques like ASA. He is an exceptional surgeon in his own right and brings a depth of experience in laser vision correction, earning him the trust of many individuals.
If you want to find out whether ASA will be the right choice for you, schedule an appointment at Vision for Life today.
Yes, ASA is a safe and effective procedure for suitable candidates. With recent advancements, its outcomes have only improved, giving patients the desired visual outcome.
Typically, LASIK and ASA procedures are completed by Dr. Horn in under 20 minutes. Including additional preparation and waiting periods, the entire process at our vision correction center usually takes about two hours.
The ASA (Advanced Surface Ablation) consultation at Vision for Life typically involves a discussion about your medical history, current eye health, and any vision concerns you may have. Dr. Horn conducts a series of thorough eye examinations to evaluate the overall health of your eyes. Patients have the opportunity to ask questions and goals for the surgery. Dr. Horn will then determine if you are a suitable candidate for ASA based on the gathered information.
Advanced Surface Ablation refractive surgery gives exceptional results, similar to LASIK in the long run.
