lasikmd vs. bense
ocean
wearing contact and glasses. I am looking for pros and cons of both
the lasikmd and bense. I've been doing a little research but would
like some first hand knowledge. Is one safer or better then the
other? I'm a little nervous about messing with my eyes. Cost of the
treatment isn't an issue. I wouldn't choose which ever is cheapest
just because it's cheap. I want what's best for my eyes.
Bagadonitz
Bense will try and tell you that they have the only custom option
available but I know Lasik MD had it in other offices so I don't see
why they won't have it here.
Twice I've been scheduled for lasik and backed out after reading a
study/paper on it. Google "The Lasik Report".
I think eventually I'll get PRK done but I'm 35 now so it might not be
worth it.
Carter
I get the impression that you believe Lasik md and Bense are
different forms of eye treatment. They are not, they are two
different clinics (companies if you will) which do the same
procedures. They both do Lasik and PRK surgery which are
procedures to reshape the cornea of the eye using laser
technology. To get an overview of the differences in Lasik and
PRK visit this site;
http://www.lasereyefacts.com/prk-vs-lasik.html
Which clinic is better? To find out you would have to find
somebody who has had the procedure done at each clinic. I think
the odds of that are very high. If I were considering the
procedure I would visit both clinics for a consultation and go
with the one I felt the most comfortable with. I am told the
Bense clinic is slightly more expensive but that doesn't mean
that it is any better.
Carter
Stormlady
her.
Another friend had a consultation at both and LasikMD told her that she
wasn't a good candidate for either surgery whereas Bense told her she was
fine for PRK and did the surgery with no problem. He (Bense) seemed to
think that the other clinic didn't want to do her case because it was a bit
of a more difficult case (she was extremely near-sighted) and they had less
experience with the procedure and cases of her difficulty.
"ocean" <girlbyt...@gmail.com> wrote in message
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Sibernewf
spent. I had it done at 3:00 and was at a restaurant eating that
night with 80 - 90% of vision back. The next morning I had normal
vision and could drive or do anything. Much better then the older
methods. Now after my last check I actually have close to 20/10
vision according to local clinic.
Differences I found when doing research
- Bense is more expierienced. Anything like eye surgery or getting
your neck cracked.. I felt this was high ranking in importance
- Bense had more advanced methods and technology. It may have been
symantics in marketing for the most part but my local doc recommended
Bense or a place in Halifax due to their more advanced process and
equipment. That doc did however say he had more customers coming from
LasikMD becuase it was cheaper.
- With Bense the price is higher but eveything is included. At the
time Lasik MD was cheaper but you had to buy some meds on your own,
and the 3 required follow up appointments were at your own expense.
Bense paid my local appointments and initial valum etc..
- Bense initial appointment was like a rushed salesperson, you are
rushed from one scan to the next, then bense does a 1 minute
powerpoint presentation and out you go. Typical I would say for free
evaluations anywhere
- My local doc and I got into a conversation about the two and he
indicated to me that he personally finds the Bense Eye Clinic to be
more professional. Examples being that Bense requires a much more in
depth test to be done to ensure things are going well, where as
LasikMD dont really seem to care post op what is going on.
Dont worry about the procedure itself. They give you some valum to
calm down a bit but the procedure is painless. You feel a bit of
pressure on your eye from the device they use to hold it in place but
other then that it was really good. I was a bit nervous initially as
well but looking back it was nothing.
Obvisouly my comments are siding towards Bense but that is where I sit
but hopefully they help
Sibernewf
only "Lasik Wavefront" whereas Bense has the newer iLasik technology.
There is apparently a difference from the research I did.
Also now seeing the posting by Stormlady I have to also back that
up.. I know two people who were told they were too "Difficult" of a
case by LasikMD and were done by Bense with 100% results.
Stunning Steve
how about hard contact lenses?
Money isn't the deciding factor for me. I have keratokonous and my corneas
are too weak for Lasik. There are other procedures similar to Lasik
available, but they are all out-of-the-province, and thus cost does become a
factor. I was referred to Dr. Ian Henderson a few years ago and was fitted
with hard lenses and the improvement in vision (as well as quality of life)
was amazing. Yes, there are times when my eyes do get irritated and I have
to take the lenses out for short periods, but Dr. Henderson is always
available to address any issues. I also get referral visits to Dr. Brad
Murphy and both Doctors tell me that as long as my vision is good (it's
actually better than 20/20 with the hard lens) and my Keratoconous doesn't
progress any worse (it hasn't), the hard lens will be just fine. Procedures
for my condition will be available in NL somewhere down the road, but for
now I'm completely happy with the hard lens.
PS, for what it's worth, I went to LasikMD a couple years ago for an
assessment for laser surgery, and they themselves said my eyes weren't
healthy enough for the procedure. So it's good to know they aren't just out
for your $$$$$.
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leafs
> Just want to throw this one out there.....................
> how about hard contact lenses?
>
> Money isn't the deciding factor for me. I have keratokonous and my corneas
> are too weak for Lasik. There are other procedures similar to Lasik
> available, but they are all out-of-the-province, and thus cost does become a
> factor. I was referred to Dr. Ian Henderson a few years ago and was fitted
> with hard lenses and the improvement in vision (as well as quality of life)
> was amazing. Yes, there are times when my eyes do get irritated and I have
> to take the lenses out for short periods, but Dr. Henderson is always
> available to address any issues. I also get referral visits to Dr. Brad
> Murphy and both Doctors tell me that as long as my vision is good (it's
> actually better than 20/20 with the hard lens) and my Keratoconous doesn't
> progress any worse (it hasn't), the hard lens will be just fine. Procedures
> for my condition will be available in NL somewhere down the road, but for
> now I'm completely happy with the hard lens.
>
> PS, for what it's worth, I went to LasikMD a couple years ago for an
> assessment for laser surgery, and they themselves said my eyes weren't
> healthy enough for the procedure. So it's good to know they aren't just out
> for your $$$$$.
>
>
> news:9597b5b8-ceac-4012...@x25g2000yqj.googlegroups.com...
>
>
>
> >I am considering getting laser treatment for my eyes. I'm sick of
> > wearing contact and glasses. I am looking for pros and cons of both
> > the lasikmd and bense. I've been doing a little research but would
> > like some first hand knowledge. Is one safer or better then the
> > other? I'm a little nervous about messing with my eyes. Cost of the
> > treatment isn't an issue. I wouldn't choose which ever is cheapest
>
> - Show quoted text -
Steve, Dr. Christopher Jackman at LasikMD and Bense both now do
procedures for keratoconus. Bense was interviewed in the paper about
it several weeks back, and Dr.Jackman is my personal physician and I
will be undergoing the procedure in a few months.
Do some research on the CCL treatment for keratoconus. It seems to be
a great option.
estilker
for you, your next major decision is to choose where to have the
procedure. You’ve certainly taken a step in the right direction by
getting informed and asking for people’s personal experience. We’d
like to offer you some additional information about our own clinics
that might help you make your decision.
LASIK MD is the largest group of laser vision correction centres in
Canada. This allows us to receive discounts on our vision correction
equipment. These savings are passed onto our patients in the form of
lower prices. Lower prices result in more procedures, which leads to
more experience for our surgeons. Our surgeons are very experienced,
having performed over 500,000 procedures collectively.
Technology is an important factor when considering a clinic. At LASIK
MD, we have the most advanced technology available. LASIK MD offers
the All-Laser LASIK procedure which uses a combination of AMO’s
IntraLase femtosecond laser to make the corneal flap, along with
Bausch and Lomb’s Z100 excimer laser which is used to reshape the
cornea, allowing for clear vision. Both lasers are state-of-the-art.
iLasik, which is offered at Bense, is simply a term invented and
trademarked by laser manufacturer AMO. The procedure itself is
identical to the All-Laser LASIK procedure that is offered at LASIK
MD. The only difference is that it is performed with a different
combination of lasers, namely the same IntraLase femtosecond laser
that is used at LASIK MD, with the Visx S4IR excimer laser. LASIK MD’s
St. John’s clinic is in the process of acquiring the Visx S4IR and
will be in a position to offer iLasik in the coming weeks. Whether you
have All-Laser LASIK with Bausch and Lomb’s Z100 or the Visx S4IR, the
results are nearly identical.
As far as procedures go, both Bense and LASIK MD offer the same laser
vision correction procedures: Standard and Custom LASIK, as well as
Standard and Custom PRK. Both centres also offer All-Laser options as
well.
With over 20 clinics located across Canada, LASIK MD is Canada’s
number one choice for laser vision correction, performing over 60,000
procedures annually. We use standardized techniques for the best
outcomes and unequalled safety. Patient satisfaction is our number one
priority. Our philosophy is to offer high quality laser vision
correction at prices that are affordable. That’s why we offer the
lowest prices guaranteed, as well as financing with low monthly
payments.
At the end of the day, you will likely be well served at either of
these experienced clinics. Having LASIK is a personal decision and
should be researched thoroughly. One must decide on the clinic based
on where they feel most comfortable.
We hope this has helped you in some way.
LASIK MD