Tigard LASIK & Cataract Surgery

What is Contoura® Vision LASIK?

Contoura® Vision LASIK is an advanced form of LASIK eye surgery that utilizes topography-guided technology to tailor the laser treatment to the unique characteristics of an individual’s cornea. This technology aims to provide a more personalized and precise correction of refractive errors, including nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Contoura® Vision creates a highly precise and accurate map of a patient’s eyes measuring up to 22,000 unique elevation points on each eye.

Key features of Contoura® Vision LASIK include:

1. Topography-Guided Treatment:
   Contoura® Vision LASIK utilizes detailed corneal mapping or corneal topography to create a highly customized treatment plan. This map captures thousands of data points on the cornea, allowing for a more precise analysis of its shape and irregularities.
2. Personalized Correction:
   The topography-guided technology enables the laser to precisely reshape the cornea based on the unique imperfections detected in the corneal map. This personalized approach aims to address higher-order aberrations, improving not only traditional refractive errors but also the overall quality of vision.
3. Reduced Glare and Halos:
   Contoura® Vision LASIK is designed to reduce the occurrence of visual disturbances such as glare and halos, which can be associated with certain refractive errors. The customized treatment may result in improved night vision and reduced sensitivity to light.
4. Potential for Better Visual Outcomes:
   The goal of Contoura® Vision LASIK is to achieve superior visual outcomes by optimizing the correction based on the individual characteristics of the patient’s cornea.

It’s important to note that the availability of Contoura® Vision LASIK may vary, and not all LASIK centers offer this specific technology. If you are considering LASIK surgery and are interested in Contoura® Vision LASIK, it’s recommended to consult with an experienced refractive surgeon or LASIK eye doctor who can assess your candidacy and discuss the available options for personalized laser vision correction.

Dry eye is an irritating, painful, and common condition in which the eye fails to properly produce quality tears. When left untreated, it may lead to ulcers and scars on the cornea.

Depending on the severity of your condition, there are a variety of treatments to relieve dry eyes.

What is PRK Surgery?

PRK Surgery (Photorefractive Keratectomy) is a type of laser eye surgery that is used to correct refractive errors such as nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism. PRK is an alternative to LASIK eye surgery and is particularly suitable for individuals who may not be candidates for LASIK due to certain corneal characteristics.

Overview of the PRK surgery process:

1. Corneal Epithelium Removal:
   • In PRK, the surgeon begins by removing the thin outer layer of the cornea called the epithelium. This can be done using an alcohol solution, a special brush, or a laser.
2. Laser Reshaping of the Cornea:
   • Once the epithelium is removed, a laser is used to precisely reshape the cornea. The laser ablates or removes microscopic amounts of corneal tissue based on the patient’s refractive error. The goal is to correct the curvature of the cornea and improve the focus of light on the retina.
3. Healing Process:
   • Unlike LASIK, where a corneal flap is created, PRK does not involve creating a flap. Instead, the corneal surface is allowed to regenerate naturally. The healing process involves the growth of new epithelial cells over the treated area.
4. Post-operative Care:
   • Following PRK surgery, patients are given medicated eye drops to aid in the healing process and prevent infection. Recovery may take a bit longer compared to LASIK, and patients may experience temporary discomfort during the initial days.

Key considerations for PRK surgery include:

• Corneal Thickness: PRK may be a suitable option for individuals with thinner corneas who may not be ideal candidates for LASIK.
• Occupational Considerations: PRK may be recommended for individuals with occupations or lifestyles that carry a risk of corneal injury, as it eliminates the creation of a corneal flap.
• Healing Time: The initial visual recovery may take longer with PRK compared to LASIK. Patients typically experience optimal vision several weeks after the procedure.

PRK is a well-established and effective procedure for vision correction, and its suitability depends on individual factors. It’s important to consult with an experienced refractive surgeon or eye care professional to determine the most appropriate laser eye surgery option based on your eye health and lifestyle.

Laser blepharoplasty eye surgery, also known as laser eyelid surgery, is a surgical procedure to rejuvenate eyelid tissues (skin, muscle, or fat). Blepharoplasty is performed for both cosmetic and vision correction purposes. NVISION has an eye clinic to help address your needs – Book a consultation today.

Valeda Photobiomodulation is the first FDA-authorized light-based treatment designed specifically for patients with dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Using gentle pulses of red, yellow, and near-infrared light, Valeda helps energize the cells in your retina, reduce inflammation, and slow the progression of disease. Clinical studies show that patients treated with Valeda not only maintain their vision longer but can also experience meaningful improvements in visual acuity.

The treatment is quick, noninvasive, and completely painless—no needles, drops, or anesthesia are required. Each session takes just a few minutes, and a short series of treatments can help preserve your eyesight and protect against future vision loss. Valeda offers new hope for people living with dry AMD by treating the root causes of retinal damage and supporting healthier vision for years to come.

Monovision lasik can treat presbyopia. One eye would remain slightly nearsighted while correcting your other eye for distance vision. With both eyes open, you’ll experience clear and comfortable vision both near and far.

Keratoconus causes the cornea to thin and bulge over time, distorting vision in a way glasses eventually can’t correct. Cross-linking strengthens the corneal tissue to halt that progression — it doesn’t reverse the damage already done, which is why treating early matters.

Glaucoma damages the optic nerve silently, and the vision it takes doesn’t come back — so the goal is lowering eye pressure before that happens. Our surgeons manage glaucoma across the full range, from drops and in-office laser procedures to surgical options performed in our on-site surgery suite, at partner surgery centers, or at the hospital depending on what your case calls for.

SLT uses a gentle laser to improve the eye’s natural drainage and lower pressure, either as a first-line treatment or when drops alone aren’t holding the line. It takes a few minutes in office, and many patients are able to reduce how many medications they rely on afterward.

In eyes with narrow drainage angles, fluid can become trapped and cause a sudden, dangerous pressure spike. LPI creates a tiny opening in the iris that gives fluid an escape route, treating angle-closure glaucoma or preventing an attack before it happens.

If your vision has turned cloudy again months or years after cataract surgery, the lens implant isn’t the problem — it’s the thin membrane behind it. YAG laser capsulotomy clears that membrane in a few painless minutes, and most patients see the difference right away.

A pterygium is a growth of tissue across the surface of the eye, common in people with heavy sun and wind exposure. When it becomes irritated, cosmetically bothersome, or starts encroaching on your vision, we remove it as an outpatient procedure under topical anesthesia.

Sagging brow tissue can weigh down the upper eyelids and cut into your field of vision, particularly when you look up or off to the side. Brow repair lifts that tissue back to its natural position — often alongside eyelid surgery, and often for functional reasons rather than cosmetic ones.

For corneal surface damage and severe dry eye that hasn’t responded to standard treatment, a thin amniotic membrane placed on the eye delivers the biologic factors that support healing. It’s a short in-office placement, and it’s typically reserved for cases where drops and other therapies have already been tried.