There are many causes for poor vision. In a single eye, there may be several different types of visual imperfections called aberrations. These imperfections are classified as lower-order aberrations and higher-order aberrations. Lower-order aberrations, such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism can be easily diagnosed and treated, but they are not the only causes of problem vision. Higher-order aberrations — imperfections that cannot be corrected with glasses, contacts or even traditional LASIK surgery — affect the quality of your vision as well. Today, Wavefront Mapping technology is available to examine the entire optical system, detecting, measuring and mapping higher-order aberrations; revealing higher-order aberrations and allowing Heaton Eye Associates to correct them. The result is Wavefront-Guided Customized LASIK.

How Wavefront Mapping Works

Wavefront Mapping Technology utilizes a low-energy laser to diagnose the smallest imperfections of your entire optical system. The results are mapped and displayed for analysis by Heaton Eye Associates, providing a complete examination of the focusing systems of your eyes. Problem areas previously undetected by past examinations are illuminated and the diagnostic information is converted into a Wavefront Map that is as unique to you as your fingerprints.

Denise Wilson | LASIK Patient "Now that I don't have contacts and I don't have to worry about dirt and dust getting under my goggles and into my contacts, it's just so much better." View Denise's Video Testimony