Explore Your Laser Vision Correction Options
If you wear corrective lenses, there’s a good chance you’ve woken up in the morning, struggled to see the alarm clock, and fumbled around to find your glasses. Whether you’re tired of the hassle of lenses or seeking a long-term solution for vision correction, a consultation is the first step.
At Downtown Eye Care & The Contact Lens Department, we offer personalized laser eye surgery consultations to help you understand your options, assess your candidacy, and prepare for a smoother surgical experience.
Our team is here to answer your questions, guide your decision, and support your vision every step of the way. Book your laser eye surgery consultation today and find out if life with less dependence on glasses is within reach.
What to Expect Before & After Surgery
Laser eye surgery is a safe and effective treatment for many people, but it is not guaranteed to eliminate the need for glasses or contacts forever. Our goal is to help reduce your reliance on corrective lenses and improve your visual freedom. During your consultation, we will:
- Assess your eye health and prescription
- Review the benefits and risks of each surgery option
- Set realistic expectations for outcomes
- Provide detailed guidance for pre- and post-operative care
After surgery, we schedule follow-up visits to monitor your recovery and answer any questions along the way.
Types of Laser Eye Surgery
We offer consultations for several types of laser vision correction, including LASIK, SBK, and PRK. Each procedure uses a laser to reshape the cornea, reducing or eliminating your need for glasses or contact lenses.
During your consultation, we’ll evaluate your eye health, prescription, and lifestyle to help determine which option may be the right fit.
LASIK is one of the most well-known and widely performed laser vision correction procedures. A thin flap is created in the cornea, and a laser is used to reshape the underlying tissue to improve focus. The flap is then repositioned and heals naturally without the need for stitches.
LASIK is known for its quick recovery and excellent results for many patients with nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism.
Sub-Bowman’s keratomileusis (SBK) is an evolution of LASIK. During LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) eye surgery, a small flap is made in the corneal tissue. This flap is then bent back, creating a hinge.
While the flap is open, the cornea is reshaped with a laser. The flap is replaced and heals on its own. With SBK, the flap is made thinner and smaller in diameter than with traditional LASIK.
PRK is a surface-based procedure in which the outermost layer of the cornea (the epithelium) is removed, rather than creating a flap. The laser then reshapes the corneal tissue, and a soft contact lens is placed over the eye to aid healing.
PRK may be a better option for patients with thin corneas, dry eye, or those with active lifestyles or occupations that involve eye trauma.
Advanced Surgical & Ophthalmological Services
Downtown Eye Care offers access to ophthalmological services that go beyond refractive surgery. We are licensed to perform certain laser procedures and can coordinate your care with trusted ophthalmologists for more advanced medical or surgical needs.
These services include:
- Cataract assessments and surgical referrals
- Glaucoma therapy and advanced laser procedures
- Foreign body removal
- Management of inflammatory eye conditions
- Diagnostic testing for complex ocular diseases
If you have broader eye health concerns or conditions that may impact your surgical candidacy, we are fully equipped to evaluate and support your care.Whether you want to explore your eligibility for LASIK, SBK, or PRK or simply learn more about your options, we’re here to help. Book your laser eye surgery consultation with Downtown Eye Care & The Contact Lens Department today and take the first step toward clearer vision.
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We’re located in Suite 216 in the 350 Sparks Street Office. We share an underground parking garage with the Hilton Garden Inn at 361 Queen Street. The parking garage can be accessed via Queen Street.
Our Address
- 350 Sparks Street, Suite 216
- Ottawa, ON K1R 7S8
Contact Information
- Phone: 613-238-5960
- Fax: 613-800-0385
- Email: info@downtowneyecare.ca
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Downtown Eye Care & The Contact Lens Department
- 350 Sparks Street, Suite 216
- Ottawa, ON K1R 7S8
- 613-238-5960
- 613-800-0385
- info@downtowneyecare.ca