Refractometry is a definition of the optical power of your eye eye (refraction). The procedure is currently being implemented with an automatic refractometer, which greatly facilitates the work of the ophthalmologist. With this method refractive error such as nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism are diagnosed.

The study of color vision. This method is carried out by means of special tables (Tables Rabkin). It is used to determine the color vision disturbances such as Protanopia, Deuteranope, or color weakness (type of color blindness) in your eyes.

Perimetry is the definition of human peripheral vision. This is an important method to diagnose glaucoma, partial atrophy of the optic nerve, etc.
Biomicroscopy is a method for studying the anterior segment of the eye by using a slit lamp (specialized microscope). With biomicroscopy, ophthalmologists can see large increases in eye tissues such as conjunctiva, cornea, as well as the deeply lying structures – the iris, lens, and vitreous body.

Ophthalmoscopy allows the doctor to see the fundus (the inside of the eye) and retinal vessels. This is one of the most popular and important techniques in the diagnosis of eye diseases. The procedure is done without contact using a special device such as an ophthalmoscope or lenses.

Ophthalmometers is a definition of corneal refractive power in different meridians. This makes it possible to determine the degree of corneal astigmatism. The study is carried out using a special device called an ophthalmometer.

Determination of the angle of strabismus. This is a simple procedure where the doctor determines the angle of squint when the patient looks into an ophthalmoscope and watches the reflection of light on his cornea.

Probing (bougienage) tear ducts – This procedure is most often carried out in infantsand the elderly, where often there is a narrowing of lacrimal points. It is performed under local anesthesia using special expanding probes.

Every year the number of people suffering from nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism increases and they are forced to use glasses or contact lenses. However, these methods of vision correction are not suitable for everyone, and not all are willing to tolerate these problems. To solve the issue of restoring visual acuity to its optimal level, laser corrective surgery should be considered. Boothe Eye Care Center is a leading ophthalmic clinic for laser correction of nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. Dr. William Boothe most often performs Lasik or IntraLasik correction surgery.
The essence of Lasik surgery is this: with a special “planer” – microkeratome – the superficial layer of the cornea is partially cut and is pushed aside like a page in a book. In the opened area, Dr. William Boothe uses the laser to change the optical power (curvature) of the cornea to remove the “extra” diopters contributing to myopia. Then the pre-cut layer of the cornea is laid back in place. The process of healing to the main part of the cornea occurs very quickly. The patient will be able to clearly see by the evening of the same day. The operation is ideal for those who suffer from myopia.

While venturing on a serious step such as an operation, it is very important to choose a medical center with which you entrust your vision. A multidisciplinary medical center like Boothe Eye Care & Laser Center is not only equipped with the most modern diagnostic and surgical equipment, but Dr. William Boothe has more than 15 years of experience with conducting similar operations. By C=contacting us, you will get in the capable hands of experienced surgeon – Dr. Boothe – who will conduct a thorough preliminary examination. He will also determne the obvious and hidden contraindications for surgery. Dr. Boothe will tell you in advance about all possible positive and negative effects after laser vision correction. Together with the doctor you decide the most appropriate types of post-operative treatment.
Many patients who have been denied of laser vision correction due to the characteristics of the cornea now have a chance to correct their vision. The laser beam forms a thin section of the cornea when compared with a cut conducted by microkeratome. A combined Femtosecond laser effect is performed on a system of Intralase FS, and Wave light Allegretto 4000 using the technique of personalized ablation.

Before you consider laser eye surgery it is necessary to pass a detailed examination. This will provide confidence in the feasibility of laser vision correction. You wil receive this 100% individual preoperative assessment in our center.

Dr. Boothe carries out surgeries for following diseases:
• Myopia, hyperopia
• All types of cataracts
• Glaucoma
• Strabismus
• Retinal detachment
• The central chorioretinal dystrophy
• Diabetic retinopathy
• Pathology of the vitreous
• Removal of foreign bodies
• Restoration of lacrimal tract

Of course, you should not forget that like any technique, laser surgery has some limitations. Therefore, at Boothe Eye Care Center, before performing the procedure each patient undergoes a complete diagnostic examination of the visual system, which allows us to not only identify violations of refraction and an accurate diagnosis, but also to ensure there are no contraindications.

Advantages of excimer laser vision correction

Reliability and safety
Laser eye surgery was performed in 1985 for the first time. Today we can speak with confidence about the efficiency and safety of this treatment method. At the Boothe Eye Care Center, laser surgery was first performed in 1987, and for more than 20 years, Dr. Boothe has accumulated vast experience in carrying out these procedures. More than 121,000 people have achieved excellent vision after IntraLasik surgery at Boothe Eye Care Center.

A wide range of applications
Lasik laser vision correction procedure eliminates myopia (up to -15,0 D), hyperopia (up to +6,0 D), astigmatism (up to ± 3,0 D). The majority of experts think that the optimal age for laser vision correction procedure is a period from 18 to 45 years old.

Fast procedure
Laser vision correction is performed for 10-15 minutes, and the laser effects no more than 10-15 seconds per eye.

Painless procedure
Local anesthesia is applied via eye drops before laser eye surgery and eliminates pain. Excellent results of laser vision correction are achieved with minimal risk of complications with the shortest recovery period.

An outpatient procedure
Laser vision correction is performed without hospitalization. The patient does not need to be constantly in our center, and can return to their normal activities after one day

The minimum recovery period
The patient begins see better immediately after the laser eye correction surgery, and their vision is normalized within a week.

Predictable results
After the diagnosis Dr. Boothe will be able to predict the possible outcome of laser vision correction.

At Boothe Eye Care & Laser Center you will be provided with a high level of safety of medical treatments and advanced laser systems has the latest generation of laser correction. Laser eye surgery is a simple and straightforward procedure for the recovery of vision.

If for some reason you are not capable of receiving excimer laser vision correction Dr. Boothe can offer you other treatments. Depending on your eye condition we will offer different kinds of laser procedures such as implant phakic lenses, refractive lens replacement with an artificial lens, and other methods and/or various combinations

LeBron James is a professional basketball player for the Cleveland Cavaliers. He is known as “King James” because of his high achievements the sport. James began his career at age 18, when he signed his first contract with Nike sportswear and started to play for the Cavaliers. In the first season he established himself as the first successful young basketball player in league history to score forty-one points in a game. In 2003-2004 he was named as NBA Rookie of the Year and many others titles including NBA’s Most Valuable Player (MVP).
James suffered a long time from poor vision. In September of 2007 he made the decision to undergo laser eye surgery. A few days after his delicate eye procedure, he was in good condition and was able to continue his strenuous off-season workouts.

Today, Lasik is the most popular vision correction procedure available. In addition, Lasik is a successful surgery that improves vision for the majority of patients. More than 98% of patients are satisfied with the outcome of their Lasik procedures. LeBron James is sure that “A short time of discomfort is well worth it in order to improve your eyesight, whatever level of basketball you may play!”

The success of your Lasik procedure depends on the performing surgeon’s professionalism and technologies that are used during laser surgery. The Boothe Eye Care Center provides its patients with excellent Lasik results due to their highly experienced surgical staff and modern technology. Dr. William Boothe is one of the most experienced Lasik surgeons in the U.S.. He has personally performed more VISX Custom 3-D Wavefront laser surgeries than other refractive surgeons in the world. The majority of the professional ophthalmologists recommend Dr. William Boothe to their patients because he performs laser eye surgeries at the best level.

The most important part in the surgery is creating the corneal flap and Dr. Boothe performs this step with absolutely accuracy using the femtosecond laser. The laser beam is guided by computer software that creates a corneal flap dependent on the needs of the patient. Because of this innovative technology Dr. William Boothe can pre-determine the progress of the surgery. When the laser successfully reshapes the cornea, Dr. Boothe returns the corneal flap back in place. The process takes about 30 seconds per eye – such a quickly procedure provides faster healing and as a result, a perfect outcome.

If you want to examine your eyes and determine whether or not you are a good candidate for laser eye surgery, contact us to set up a free consultation with Dr. William Boothe at (214) 328-0444.

Sean has been suffering from nearsightedness since she was 14. When she started playing basketball, they were cumbersome because they kept falling off and breaking. She hated them and started to look for a more comfortable way to correct vision. After school as an alternative to spectacles, she started to use contact lenses. “It more comfortable, but I couldn’t wear them all day. If I use contact lenses more than four hours my eyes become irritated and red.”

Laser eye surgery has allowed many people leave their spectacles and contact lenses behind. Today, development in the laser surgical area produces various solutions for different vision problems that can be individually customized. Dr. William Boothe is an experienced doctor and he does his work perfectly as professional. The majority of his customers are provided with customized treatment and almost all of them have 20/20 or better vision as a result. Dr. Boothe always looks for an appropriate therapy for his patients even when they were denied at another center. The Boothe Eye Care & Laser Center is number one among professional physicians.

When Sean came to the Boothe Eye Care center she was pleasantly surprised with customer service.  “The environment was very comfortable and I felt inner quiet and peace. The assistant was available any time I needed, and was able to answer all of my questions. Some centers do not devote sufficient time for their customers but Dr. Boothe thinks that success consists of close cooperation with his patients. During my consultation with Dr. William Boothe I felt I had freedom to express my opinions. If I needed, I can contact Dr. Boothe or call his center and talk with the counselors. It was very important for me especially before the day of surgery.”

“I do not recommend looking for a center with a low-price treatment. It’s better to find the best surgeon. I was referred to Dr. Williams Boothe because he is the most experienced IntraLasik surgeon in the world and now I can see better than 20/20. The correction surgery was over in no time without any pain. The healing time was very fast and very soon I was able to return to training. Best of all, I am playing better than over and during the game I worry about winning!”

Dr. William Boothe of Boothe Eye Center uses an advanced IntraLase femtosecond laser to create a full-thickness corneal transplant. This innovative technology provides the best outcomes in corneal transplantation. Dr. Boothe create precisely shaped incisions on the cornea that allows the transplant tissue to fit together like a puzzle or zigzag. The IntraLase FS Laser is a technological breakthrough in the corneal surgery.
Such optimized design of wound provides:
• Stable graft
• Less number of sutures
• Faster postoperative period and visual healing.

Traditionally corneal transplants were performed using a manual trephine called a “cookie cutter” which makes the incision with a circular blade. Then the corneal tissue lifts up and is replaced by a plug-shaped corneal graft. The trephine surgery with this method usually requires extensive suturing and is associated with several problems. First, the wound doesn’t heal quickly with a vertical cut. Second, the sutures are left in the eye during one year after surgery or longer. Third, after procedure the patient may develop significant astigmatism that lengthens the recovery period.

The IntraLase FS is computer-guided laser and makes the IEK procedure very effective. Dr. Boothe can perform an incision on both the donor and the recipient cornea in a precise patterned manner. Having an interlocking design on the graft is more stable and leads to faster recovery.

The benefits of IEK are:
• IEK requires fewer stitches to keep graft in place
• IEK allows earlier removal of stitches
• IEK provides full vision healing faster
• IEK reduces the risk for displacement of graft and much less astigmatism.

Corneal transplantation procedure with IEK allows Dr. Boothe to help his patients who suffered from corneal injury, degeneration, infection, or inherited corneal disease. The majority of patients with replaced corneal tissue have been satisfied with the outcome.
If you are interested to find out more information, please visit Boothe Eye Center or contact us at: (214) 328-0444.

As the fluid passes through the eyes, pressure increases and may cause the optic nerve to become damaged. The increased pressure can result in permanent loss of vision. Controlling eye pressure is very important to avoid glaucoma. Blood pressure can also cause optic nerve damage.

It is not certain that people with high eye pressure will develop glaucoma as some individuals have a higher tolerance to eye pressure than others. The occurrence of glaucoma also depends on the tolerance of optic nerve on eye pressure. Patients must undergo a dilated eye checkup that helps the doctor understand if your eye pressure is unsual. Glaucoma can be developed by any individual. Those who are at high risk of developing glaucoma are:

a) Individuals with a family history of glaucoma
b) African Americans above the age of 40
c) Individuals above the age of 60, particularly Mexican Americans.

Dr. Boothe of Boothe Eye Care will recommend comprehensive dilated eye tests to detect glaucoma. The comprehensive dilated eye tests consists of the visual field test, visual acuity test, dilated eye exam, tonometry, and pachymetry. There are two main types – open angle glaucoma and angle closure glaucoma. In open angle glaucoma, the blindness is caused gradually so it will not be detected until it is too late. No blockage can be seen on the drainage canals in the initial stage of open angle glaucoma, but in a later stage you can find blockages. The drainage will be completely blocked in angle closure glaucoma and patients may develop symptoms such as headaches, blurred vision, eye pain, and nausea.

There are three types of treatments for glaucoma such as medical, surgical, and laser treatment. Medical treatment is performed by applying eye drops at the primary stage to reduce the intraocular pressure. Surgical procedure is done only on individuals who could not achieve the positive results even after eye drops and LASIK. LASIK is an important treatment for patients with glaucoma. Dr. Boothe is an experienced doctor who will help to cure your glaucoma using LASIK eye procedure. Read reviews from actual patients who have underdone Lasik with Dr. Boothe

Wavefront Mapping technology is customized to your individual eyes. It provides a unique map of the patient’s vision that reflects all refractive error and aberrations of the eye. Because of this, surgeons are able to obtain diagnostic measurements and make customized treatments according to the patient’s visual “fingerprint”. As a result, the patient can enjoy a higher quality of vision.

Wavefront technology differs from traditional Lasik treatments in the way that vision is measured. It is very important for surgeons to take accurate measurements of each eye in order to obtain the optimal result after a Lasik procedure. This is why the Wavefront Mapping system is 25 times more accurate and effective since it allows a personalized treatment for each patient. It provides improved results and reduces side effects associated with traditional Lasik surgery.

Most young people do not require any treatment for hyperopia because their eyes are flexible and will compensate for the nearsightedness; however, as we age, the natural lens becomes less flexible, and the patient will likely need to use corrective lenses to be able to see adequately. There are two types of corrective lenses: eye glasses and contact lenses. There are different types of eye glasses available, such as reading lenses, bifocals, and trifocals. Contact lenses are also available in different forms, including hard, soft, gas permeable, bifocals, disposable, and extended wear lenses.

Most people who suffer from farsightedness use eye glasses and contact lenses to correct their condition. Both of these options are less expensive and less risky in comparison to surgical procedures. It is important to schedule regular visits with Dr. Boothe so he can determine if your eyes have changed and if you require a new prescription. Lenses are the best option for children and teenagers, as the prescription of their eyes will change frequently, making surgery an unsuitable option. Implantable contact lenses are also an option for treating farsightedness. Implantable contact lenses (ICLs) are a viable option for patients who have a thin cornea, which may make refractive surgery impossible. Patients who suffer from dry eyes are also ideal candidates for ICLs. Implantable contact lenses can be removed and replaced if the patient’s prescription changes after several years.

Refractive surgery is also an excellent option for treating hyperopia. The refractive surgeries that are used to correct farsightedness are LASIK, LASEK, PRK, Conductive Keratoplasty, and Epi-LASIK. LASIK is the most successful and popular refractive surgery used to treat farsightedness. In this procedure, Dr. Boothe will create a corneal flap and then use an excimer laser to carefully reshape the corneal tissue behind it. Afterwards, the flap is repositioned in its original place. In LASEK, the epithelial cells of the cornea will be weakened with an alcohol solution in order to fold them back from the eye, in a similar manner as LASIK. The cornea is then reshaped with the help of a laser.

PRK, or photorefractive keratectomy, is a procedure in which a corneal flap is not created, but rather the epithelial cells of the cornea are removed completely using an alcohol solution. The recovery period for PRK is longer as the corneal flap is not present to cover the cornea during the healing process. In Conductive Keratoplasty, radiofrequency energy is used to shrink the cornea in order to change its shape. In the Epi-LASIK procedure, the corneal flap is created with a specialized surgical blade. Epi-LASIK is suitable for patients who have thin corneas. Dr. Boothe is experienced in performing all the above mentioned procedures.

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LASIK flap complications are becoming increasingly less common due to improved screening processes, the introduction of Wavefront technology, and new LASIK procedures. If you are interested in correcting your vision through LASIK, you should discuss potential complications of LASIK with Dr. Boothe. The success of LASIK surgery depends heavily on the skill of the surgeon, but it also depends on the patient. The patient must strictly adhere to instructions given by the doctor after the LASIK eye procedure. During the recovery period, following all of the guidelines provided by Dr. Boothe will help prevent flap complications.

During LASIK surgery at Boothe Eye Care, the corneal flap is created by cutting the epithelial layer of the cornea. The newly created flap is then folded back to give access to the corneal tissue deep inside. After correcting the refractive error, the corneal flap is returned to its original position and allowed to heal on its own. In order to allow the corneal flaps to heal effectively and safely, special eye care and protection is required during the recovery period.

Epithelial ingrowths are a kind of flap complication in which scarring occurs when the lining of the eye goes beneath the flap. This complication may cause distorted vision; however, if there is no visual distortion, you will not need to undergo corrective treatment. If visual distortion needs to be corrected, then Dr. Boothe will lift the flap and scrape away the epithelial cells in a separate procedure. Diffuse Lamellar Keratitis is an inflammation of the cornea that can be treated by using topical steroids or anti-inflammatory drugs. If the inflammation becomes severe, then surgery may be required to remove the inflamed cells to prevent serious vision damage.

Ectasia is a condition in which the corneal tissue becomes too thin, and thus weak. A weak and thin cornea will result in distorted vision and bulging corneal tissue. Ectasia is difficult to correct with additional LASIK surgery, but it can be corrected using contact lenses. Extreme cases of ectasia may require a corneal transplant. Occasionally, the flap may detach from its hinge, resulting in a free flap. Normally, a free flap can be replaced safely and effectively through a surgical procedure. If the free flap is lost or damage, the cornea will repair itself with new cells during the recovery period.

The formation of wrinkles in the corneal flap is known as striae, which occurs most often in association with the correction of myopia. Striae can occur in hyperopic correction and also due to stress or trauma. Severe striae can result in reduced vision and ghosting. Striae can be corrected by repositioning the flap. A torn or irregular flap may lead to the development of a hole, resulting in a condition known as buttonhole flap. Buttonhole flap can also be caused during surgery by a poorly fitted or worn microkeratome. If this happens, the surgeon must stop the surgery immediately to avoid further damage. The surgeon will allow the flap to heal before performing surgery again.