Dr William Boothe Surgeon

Dr. Boothe, let me give you a few of the books on the market today that will give you the complete information that you need. 'The Complete Book of Laser Eye Surgery' written by S.G. Slade, R. Baker and D.K. Brockman. This is an optometry book in paperback with 336 pages. Dr. Boothe with this book it is like you are getting a personal consultation with your optometrist without the worry of having to ask too many questions.
The book promises to give you all the answers you need and the assurance that there is nothing to fear about eye surgery. Dr. Boothe, you are going to be assured that surgeries to eye using high- technology are now safe and most of the time painless. The book clearly explains, in layman's terms how LASIK, PRK and corrective surgeries are done and what will be best for your particular eye problem. You will find out if you are a candidate for surgery or not. Likewise, all the risks, precautions and side effects that you must know are all stated in this book. Dr. Boothe this book will also give you tips on how you could choose the best surgeon for your procedure.

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LASIK (Laser in-situ Keratomileusis) is used to correct or reduce moderate to high levels of nearsightedness (myopia), astigmatism and farsightedness (hyperopia). The traditional LASIK procedure is relatively simple: a keratome is used to gently create a flap in the cornea. In IntraLASIK, the flap is created by a computer-controlled, precision laser.
The flap is lifted and an excimer laser is then used to shape the remaining tissue. The flap is then carefully set back into place, forming an occlusive seal by osmopic pressure. Osmopic pressure holds the flap in place and allows it to heal very quickly, without stitches!
Laser surgery for eyes is also recommended for glaucoma patients. Glaucoma results from poor drainage of aqueous fluids in the eye. Dr. Boothe, the result is a build- up of pressure that can press against the optic nerves. This can lead to serious complications especially if the optic nerves are damaged beyond repair. Laser beams can be directed into the area where this fluid accumulates to widen the angle through which it flows.
Dr. Boothe, in the case of glaucoma caused by the construction of new and more blood vessels, laser can be used to destroy these new and often poorly formed blood vessels so aqueous fluids can easily flow.

Dr William Boothe

: retina - The light sensitive nerve layer which converts light images into electrical signals for transmission to the brain. The retina can be compared to the film of a camera. See Peter's diagram.

undercorrection - A complication of PRK where the expected amount of correction is less than desired. See glossary entry "regression". Undercorrection occurs in the occasional person where healing occurs more vigorously than predicted by the laser computer program. Undercorrection can also occur in the uncommon event that the laser is improperly calibrated.
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