Allegretto LASIK: A Comprehensive Guide to Vision Correction

Allegretto Lasik is a procedure designed to correct a patient's vision. Lasik uses a laser to sculpt the eye and improve vision. The Allegretto Lasik procedure is distinguishable from other Lasik procedures because it uses a specific type of laser, called the Allegretto Wave excimer laser.

Identification

• The Allegretto laser uses waterfront-guided lasers, to fine-tune treatment and evaluate the specific needs of each individual eye.

Requirements

• A procedure approved for patients who are at least 18 years old, it can treat patients with up to -7.00 D myopia, according to USA Eyes. Your eye doctor can determine whether you are eligible for the procedure.

Misconceptions

• This Lasik procedure can also be used for patients with astigmatism, specifically no more than 3.00 D of astigmatism.

Effects

• According to the Precision Lasik Group, less than 5 percent of patients who underwent this procedure needed additional correction, and more than 50 percent attained at least 20/16 vision.

Warning

• According to USA Eyes, the long-term (beyond six months) risks of using Allegretto Lasik are unknown.