Offering expert refractive surgery to Melbourne patients
Dr Roufail has undergone extensive training in order to offer his expert services as a refractive surgeon to Melbourne and its surrounds. He is highly skilled in all refractive procedures, including LASIK, PRK, Presbyond, ICL, and RLE. He is the second refractive surgeon in Melbourne to offer the innovative SMILE procedure.
What is Refractive Error?
Refractive error is a mismatch of the eye’s focusing power to its length. Most people think of refractive error as the eye’s prescription, which includes myopia (short-sightedness), hyperopia (long-sightedness), and astigmatism.
In a myopic eye, light comes to a point in front of the retina instead of on it because the eyeball is too long. Conversely, hyperopia is a short eyeball, resulting in light focusing behind the retina. In astigmatism, an uneven curvature of either the lens or cornea causes light to focus at two separate points. The outcome is unclear vision, whether at a distance or near or both.
Refractive Surgery Techniques
There are a number of different types of refractive surgery procedures. The aim of refractive surgery is to permanently and surgically correct your eye’s refractive error, which means you can become significantly less dependent on glasses or contact lenses.
Laser eye surgery techniques involve the application of a laser device to reshape the cornea. The cornea is the clear dome of tissue at the front surface of the eye. These laser refractive procedures include LASIK, PRK, Presbyond and SMILE.
Other refractive surgery procedures not dependent on corneal reshaping include the insertion of an implantable Collamer lens (ICL) or refractive lens exchange (RLE).
Each technique has its own pros and cons and eligibility criteria. Such criteria can include your overall ocular health, the thickness of your corneas, and your prescription. Dr Roufail will be able to advise you on the safest and most effective refractive surgery for you after performing a comprehensive eye examination.
Book your appointment with Dr Roufail for all your comprehensive eyecare needs.
Dr Edward Roufail is your dedicated and highly experienced ophthalmologist offering refractive surgery to Melbourne and the surrounds. Boasting high success rates, your vision is in good hands
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does refractive surgery cost?
Refractive surgery in Melbourne can differ in cost depending on which technique suits your eyes and visual needs the best. This can only be determined after you have had your comprehensive initial consultation with Dr Roufail. At this appointment, he will assess the health of your eyes, measure your prescription, and conduct biometry readings of your eyes. He will also have a discussion with you about your lifestyle, needs, and expectations from the operation. After this, a more accurate quote can be provided.
Can I have a general anaesthetic for my operation?
Note: Surgical or invasive procedures carry inherent risks. As part of our standard practice, we thoroughly discuss these risks during the consent process before any surgical procedure. Your understanding and comfort are our utmost priority.
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