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WaveLight® Femtosecond Laser
At the Nielsen Eye Center, technology can make all the difference when it comes to your LASIK experience. When choosing a LASIK surgeon, laser technology is one of the most important factors in choosing a reputable and worthwhile provider. We use only the most advanced and tested technologies for laser vision correction, and the WaveLight® Femtosecond Laser by Alcon is our platform of choice for LASIK procedures. We have thoroughly tested and assessed this device and offer it as our technology of choice for laser vision correction.
What is the WaveLight® Femtosecond Laser?
The excimer laser is one of the most widely regarded and celebrated inventions in ophthalmology, and the WaveLight® Femtosecond Laser is no exception. As the fastest total refractive platform in the United States, it can offer a precise and state-of-the-art experience for your LASIK procedure. At the Nielsen Eye Center, we’re thrilled to offer this new technology to our LASIK and laser vision correction patients.
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YOUR VISION IS OUR MISSION
Was super nervous as I’ve never been to an eye doctor before. Staff were all so patient and kind. Doctor was very professional and knowledgeable.
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YOUR VISION IS OUR MISSION
Great friendly offices, comprehensive care and everyone is very professional all around.
Real patients. Real reviews.
YOUR VISION IS OUR MISSION
I received a prompt appointment at a day and time that was best for me to coincide with my wife’s nearby appointment at South Shore Medical. I sent through my battery of tests with a technician and had my eyes dilated. The drops they use are much more comfortable than at other places. And then the Dr. examined me. Everyone was very nice and explained things clearly. I’m looking forward to my new tuned up lenses!
What are the Benefits of the WaveLight® Femtosecond Laser?
The WaveLight® Femtosecond Laser offers many different benefits to our LASIK patients. Some of the top benefits include:
Fast, Precise Treatment
With PerfectPulse Technology™, the WaveLight® Femtosecond Laser creates a consistent, precise flap in approximately six seconds using a remarkable 200,000 pulses per second – faster than any other platform available. This can drastically cut down on time spent in your LASIK surgery and produce better vision in as little as 10-15 minutes.
Personalized Options
This platform allows your LASIK surgeon to customize and calibrate your procedure to your exact needs. Through advanced computer technology, your LASIK surgeon can create variable flap sizes and shapes as well as positions and angles as needed for your vision correction.
Reduction in Halos and Glares
Older LASIK systems tend to leave a flat area on the front of the cornea where the flap is created, which is responsible for the halos and glares that many patients experience after surgery (especially at night). The WaveLight® Femtosecond Laser uses a Wavefront Optimized® ablation profile which maintains the natural curvature of the cornea, reducing the risk of poor night vision and glares.
Eye Tracking Technology
The WaveLight® Femtosecond Laser uses multi-spatial eye-tracking technology to compensate for eye movements during LASIK. You don’t have to worry about moving your eyes – the platform constantly assesses your eye position and calculates accordingly throughout.
Multiple Surgical Uses
The WaveLight® Femtosecond Laser isn’t just for LASIK. It can also be used to perform precise corneal incisions and pockets, as well as keratoplasties. Your eye surgeon can help you explore all possible options with this unique and advanced technology – not just LASIK.
Request a LASIK Consultation
At the Nielsen Eye Center, we offer only the latest in LASIK technologies to our patients. During a consultation with our LASIK experts, you can learn more about the many benefits of the WaveLight® Femtosecond Laser. Take our LASIK self-test and schedule an appointment today at our Quincy, MA, and greater Boston area locations. Call or contact us online to get started.
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Our team of eye doctors includes some of the foremost experts in laser vision correction and eye surgery in the greater Boston area. We look forward to helping you maintain healthy and clear vision for years to come. Learn more about our leading providers and the high level of service you can expect at the Nielsen Eye Center.
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Schedule your appointment today at one of our four convenient offices situated on the South Shore. Serving the greater Boston area, our locations in Quincy, Weymouth, Norwell, and Norwood are here to provide exceptional eye care tailored to your needs.
Steven Nielsen, M.D.
Since 1991, Dr. Steven A. Nielsen has performed over 25,000 successful laser procedures, leveraging the latest advancements in eye surgery. Dr. Nielsen earned his medical degree from the University of Southern California and completed his residency at the Doheny Eye Institute. He serves as the President of Nielsen Eye Center and the Medical Director of both the Cataract and Laser Center and the Quincy Laser Eye Center.
Helen Moreira, M.D.
As a partner and co-owner with Dr. Nielsen, Dr. Helen Moreira tailors solutions to each patient’s unique needs. Dr. Moreira has successfully performed thousands of procedures, including LASIK, refractive cataract surgery, glaucoma treatments, and eyelid surgeries. She completed her Ophthalmology residency at Brown University, graduated from Mount Holyoke College, and earned her medical degree from the University of Massachusetts Medical School.
Nitasha Khanna, M.D.
Dr. Khanna, a board-certified and fellowship-trained LASIK, cataract, and cornea surgeon at Nielsen Eye Center, specializes in advanced dry eye and external disease. Dr. Khanna graduated from the prestigious BA/MD program at Temple University and Lewis Katz School of Medicine. She completed her internship at Pennsylvania Hospital, her Ophthalmology residency at Brown University, and a Cornea and External Disease fellowship at the University of Maryland.
