Laser Eye Surgery Forum

Wavefront

What is the deifference between Ultralases Wavefront ultra elite and Optical Expresses wavefront ultra- is the ultra elite better and why is ultralase the only company to offer it?

They are both examples of wavefront laser eye surgery which generally makes for a more accurate visual correction especially if you have large pupils or a high prescription. The difference in the 2 procedures is based on the type of wavescan they are using. The wavescan is the machine that takes the measurements for wavefront laser eye surgery. Most clinics will probably claim their equipment produces better results due to their more impressive wavescan. They generally publish their results saying things like 99% of our patients get 20:20 vision etc. What I would recommend doing is asking the clinic what the results are for your exact prescription. The statistics on their website may be based on a prescription of for example -3.00 whereas your prescription might be -9.00 or something. You should also ask what the results are for actual surgeon who will be carrying out your treatment.