At Healthy Eye Center, we are committed to providing the latest, most effective and unobtrusive eye care services available. From our friendly, knowledgeable office staff to our licensed eye care professionals we undergo continual training and certification to ensure that we deliver the highest levels of patient care available in Huntington Beach.
 
The field of Opometry has undergone dramatic and positive changes over the years and we have been at the forefront of offering new, less invasive and more affordable eye care services to those in need of our services.
 
We find it to be critically important for all of our patients to understand the vision correction options that best suit them. That's why we have compiled some of the most important pieces of information here, for your benefit. If you have any questions, please call us a (714) 962 - 6400.

Patient Information

What is Laser Vision Correction?
LASIK is a laser vision correction procedure that utilizes the excimer laser to reduce or eliminate nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), and/or astigmatism. In California, it is performed only by a licensed and certified ophthalmologist.

How does the excimer laser work?
The excimer laser is a “cold laser” that does not burn or cut tissue. Instead, it gently breaks molecular bonds between cells so that the controlled amount of tissue can be literally vaporized away one microscopic layer at a time. This process gently reshapes the cornea, resulting in a corneal curvature much like that of a contact lens used to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism.

What can Laser Vision Correction potentially offer?

• Clear, natural vision without the hassle or inconvenience of corrective lenses.
• Expanded career opportunities for police officers, firefighters, pilots, and professional athletes.
• Better vision for recreational sports, especially water or winter sports.
• A more natural appearance without glasses.
• No more fears about being incapacitated in an emergency if lenses are lost.
• May be safer for eye health than wearing contacts for extended periods of time.

Am I a candidate for Laser Vision Correction?
Most people who have nearsightedness, farsightedness, and/or astigmatism are candidates for Laser Vision Correction. You should be 18 years of age or older with stable vision, healthy eyes, and a refractive error within the range of effective treatment. To find out if you are a candidate, you will need a thorough evaluation by Dr. Johan Tran or Dr. Deric Simmons at Healthy Eye Center. If you decide to proceed, this information will be forwarded on to the eye surgeon. Dr. Tran and Dr. Simmons work closely with the most experienced refractive surgeon in Southern California, Dr. Thomas S. Tooma.

How is my optometrist involved?
Dr. Tran and Dr. Simmons at Healthy Eye Center will provide preoperative evaluation and counseling as well as post-surgical monitoring of your eye in the weeks and months following your surgery, and forward this information to Dr. Tooma to keep him informed of your progress.