LASIK at Whitsett Vision Group

Choosing the right provider for your Houston LASIK procedure can make a world of difference in your life, and your vision. At Whitsett Vision Group, we want to make it easy for you to see why we’re the right choice for your LASIK procedure.

Houston LASIK Technology: Does It Make a Difference?

There are many options to choose from when it comes to LASIK technology, and choosing the right one can make all the difference. At Whitsett Vision Group, our surgeons have done the research, and have chosen the technology they feel provides patients with the safest LASIK experience, while providing them with best visual outcomes. This investment to the best, safest LASIK technology is why our surgeons are confident that Whitsett Vision Group is the best place to have LASIK in the Houston metroplex.
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A long time ago, LASIK was done using technology that involved a blade, but that isn’t the case anymore. At Whitsett Vision Group, we use the WaveLight EX 500 Excimer Laser and Custom Wavefront Refractive Suite. Whitsett Vision Group provides an all-laser LASIK experience by using the combination of the excimer laser and the Blade-free IFS Intralase laser.

Wake Up to Clear Vision with LASIK!

Life Before LASIK

  • Hassle of contacts at work

  • Hassle of glasses at night

  • Spend more each year for glasses & contacts

  • Increased risk of infection with contact lenses

Life After LASIK

  • No glasses and contact lenses

  • Save money each year

  • Participate in any activity, any time (even swimming!)

  • Improved Vision

How Does Lasik Work?

The LASIK procedure reshapes your cornea, which changes the way images focus on your retina. The reshaping allows you to see clearly without glasses or contact lenses, whether you are currently nearsighted, farsighted or have an astigmatism.

The procedure is completed in a few steps and takes a few minutes to complete.
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Step 1: Topical anesthetic drops are placed in your eye to completely numb the surface.

Step 2: We use advanced laser technology, two separate lasers, during the LASIK procedure. The first laser creates the corneal flap which is a tiny opening on the surface of the eye.

Step 3: The flap is then lifted by our surgeons to allow the second laser to reshape the cornea.

Step 4: Once the cornea is reshaped, your surgeon will reposition the corneal flap, completing your procedure. No sutures are required as the flap is self-healing

LASIK Laser Technology: Does It Make a Difference?

LASIK no longer involves to use of blades as it did when the procedure was first performed. At Whitsett Vision Group, we use the WAVELIGHT EX 500 Excimer Laser and the iFS Advanced Femtosecond Laser. Whitsett Vision Group provides an all-laser LASIK experience combining these advanced technologies.

What to Expect – Your LASIK Experience

LASIK procedures take place in our LASIK surgical suite, conveniently located at our Katy East location.

Our surgical counselors take the time to walk you through the process prior to your scheduled surgery so you can arrive knowing what to expect in preparation for surgery, the day of surgery and after.

On the day of your surgery, you'll spend the majority of the time meeting with the surgical counselor for final preparations and having your pre-operative exam with one of our designated doctors.

Here’s a quick glimpse of your LASIK experience at Whitsett Vision Group:

  • Upon arrival, you will be greeted by a surgical counselor to review final instructions

  • The pre-operative exam will be completed to ensure ocular health for surgery

  • Move into the LASIK suite pre-and post-operative area to relax and prepare for your procedure

  • You will then be guided into the surgical suite for your new vision experience which typically takes just a few minutes!

  • Transition back into the LASIK suite pre-and post-operative area for additional relaxation• A post-operative exam will be conducted to review after care instructions and answer any additional questions you may have

  • Head home for rest the remainder of the day!


We want to make this process relaxed and enjoyable for your family and friends as well who may be accompanying you. We provide a viewing area just outside of the surgical suite as well as a TV display to view the procedure. Your guests will have the opportunity to see for themselves how your vision is improved in a matter of minutes! If they prefer not to watch, they can wait in our comfortable waiting area until your procedure is complete.

What Does This Mean for Our Patients?

Precision and Accuracy: The lasers allow for highly precise incisions and tissue manipulation, which lead to better surgical outcomes.

Customization: Surgeons can tailor the laser settings for individual patient needs, enhancing the accuracy of procedures and creating a highly customizable LASIK flap with multiple options to individualize your LASIK procedure.

High Speed: With a rapid treatment time, patients experience enhanced comfort and reduction of overall duration of the procedure.

Faster Recovery: Patients often experience quicker recovery times, with less postoperative discomfort and better visual outcomes.

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