Vision Correction
Flickinger Eye Center in Fairlawn provides treatment, consultation and referrals for these common vision correction surgeries and procedures.
Vision correction is a general term used to describe a variety of optometric techniques for correcting less-than-perfect vision. For your convenience, we have included a brief description of some of the most common vision correction procedures offered at Flickinger Eye Center in Fairlawn. For more specific information about lenses and frames or contacts, please visit their respective pages.
Myopia Control in Children
Recent research has demonstrated several methods that can decrease the progression of myopia (nearsightedness) in children by approximately 45 to 55%. The two methods Dr. Flickinger offers to parents and their children are dilute atropine drops and bifocal contact lens wear. These methods use FDA approved medication or contact lenses in a non-FDA approved off-label protocol. Ask Dr. Flickinger at your appointment about risks/benefits of this option to slow down the progression of nearsightedness in your child.
LASIK
LASIK (Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis) is a surgical procedure that uses a laser beam to reshape the cornea. Patients who are nearsighted, farsighted or astigmatic may benefit from this type of procedure.
While millions of patients have seen successful results from LASIK, the procedure is not right for everyone. Your optometrist will need to thoroughly examine your eyes to determine which type of vision correction best fits your needs.
Low Vision Therapy
Low vision is a general term that refers to a partial loss of vision that cannot be adequately corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses, medications or surgery. Common causes of low vision include macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, inherited retinal degenerative diseases, glaucoma and optic nerve atrophy.
Low vision therapy typically includes an evaluation of the patient’s visual abilities, prescription of low vision devices and training in their use. The goal is to maximize the use of the patient’s available vision for reading, writing, hobbies and work-related tasks such as working at a computer.
Flickinger Eye Center has the experience and equipment necessary to provide treatment, consultation and referrals for the vision correction procedures and surgeries detailed above at our office in Fairlawn. Schedule an appointment with Thomas Flickinger, O.D., Ph.D., and we will be in touch with you shortly.