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LASIK AT WHITING CLINIC

AVERAGE LASIK PROCEDURE TIME: 120 SECONDS PER EYE

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THIN CORNEAL FLAP IS CREATED

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COOL-BEAM LASER RESHAPES THE CORNEA

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FLAP IS REPOSITIONED AND HEALS NATURALLY AND COMPLETELY
LASIK EYE SURGERY has become a mainstream method of vision correction. Within minutes, those who struggle with nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism can be glasses-free and living a life of visual freedom.

LASER EYE SURGERY

NEARSIGHTEDNESS STEEP CORNEA

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FARSIGHTEDNESS FLAT CORNEA

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ASTIGMATISM IMPERFECT CURVATURE OF CORNEA

IMAGE LANDS MULTIPLE PLACES ON RETINA
LASIK EYE SURGERY has become a mainstream method of vision correction. Within minutes, those who struggle with nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism can be glasses-free and living a life of visual freedom. Yes, LASIK corrects astigmatism!

IS LASIK RIGHT FOR YOU?

CONTOURA™ VISION TOPOGRAPHY-GUIDED LASIK

WHITING CLINIC HAS THE MOST ADVANCED SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT FOR DETERMINING YOUR LASIK CANDIDACY

Approximately 70% of the time, LASIK is a perfect and safe option for correcting nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. Whiting Clinic uses the most advanced specialized instrumentation to assess your eyes and recommend your ideal procedure. PRK (photo-refractive Keratectomy) is recommended for approximately 10% of patients due to medical or lifestyle reasons. In the event LASIK or PRK aren’t the best options for you, Whiting Clinic is a full service eye clinic offering cataract surgery, Refractive Lens Exchange, Implantable Collamer Lenses and other lens implant technologies.

FREE 90 MINUTE LASIK EXAM

Amber is an actual Whiting Clinic patient — Now seeing 20/15 after LASIK
At Whiting Clinic, finding out if you’re a candidate for LASIK is free of charge and risk. Our team of experts will spend 90 minutes guiding you through each step, presenting all of your vision options, and helping you decide when is the best time for you to have LASIK. If it’s determined that you are a good candidate for LASIK, you’ll have an opportunity to schedule your procedure! There is no obligation, but keep in mind most of our patients report they only wish they’d had LASIK sooner!

LASIK RECOVERY

The day of your LASIK procedure, you’ll be accompanied by a driver and spend approximately 90 minutes at Whiting Clinic. The procedure itself is relatively painless, and only take 120 seconds per eye. After the procedure, you’ll be sent home to rest for 2-6 hours, and can awaken to resume most normal activities. Your vision will already be dramatically improved, and many of our patients feel comfortable driving and returning to work the very next day. Aside from using a series of eye drops for 1 week following your LASIK, your life resumes as normal with the benefit of not relying on glasses and contact lenses to see your world.

FREQUENTLY ASKED LASIK QUESTIONS

LASIK WILL NOT INTERFERE WITH HAVING CATARACT SURGERY LATER IN LIFE.

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You can have cataract surgery, or any other eye treatment, after correcting your vision with LASIK. Routine eye exams are the only way to identify eye conditions that may need treatment.

ROUTINE EYE EXAMS ARE IMPORTANT AFTER LASIK.

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Even though your vision has been corrected and you no longer need a prescription, it is still essential to take care of your eyes by having a yearly routine eye exam.

PRICE IS THE BIGGEST DIFFERENCE BETWEEN LASIK PROVIDERS.

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In 97% of cases, low cost LASIK providers do not honor their low advertised price. Remember, in any medical procedure the surgeon's experience is the most important attribute for patient success.

LASIK IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE.

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Approximately 75% of patients at the Whiting Clinic are good candidates for LASIK. A FREE comprehensive LASIK exam will determine the best vision correction procedure for you.

LASIK CAN CORRECT MY ASTIGMATISM.

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LASIK corrects nearsightedness, farsightedness, AND astigmatism. Your individual candidacy recommendation is based on meticulous diagnostic testing and your unique lifestyle.

LASIK IS RISKY AND UNTESTED.

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LASIK technology has been evolving for over twenty years. Studies on patients who had earlier laser vision corrections show their vision is still clear with no significant health effects.

LASIK ACHIEVES IMMEDIATE RESULTS.

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You will notice a dramatic improvement in your vision immediately after your procedure, and nearly 99% of patients feel comfortable driving the very next day!

LASIK IS PAINLESS.

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Some patients feel slight pressure during the procedure, and some feel a stinging sensation for a short time afterward. Over-the-counter pain medication is enough to alleviate any discomfort.

LASIK IS PERMANENT.

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The change made to your vision is permanent. Whiting Clinic offers a Lifetime Commitment for any future necessary laser vision enhancements.

LASIK IS CONSIDERED TO BE JUST AS SAFE OR SAFER THAN CONTACT LENSES.

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Statistics show there is a greater risk of infection with prolonged contact lens wearing than with LASIK.

Over the years, we’ve heard many myths about LASIK. After all, we've been in the field of Laser Vision Correction longer than most. Please contact us with any questions or to clarify something you may have read on the internet.

  • Dr. Whiting's Vision:
  • To Create The Best LASIK + Cataract Experience in the World.
Dr. Whiting - Medical Director
DR. WHITING
Medical Director
Dr. Krassin - Medical Director
DR. KRASSIN
Cataract Surgery Specialist

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Official Lasik Provider

Whiting Clinic is the Official LASIK provider of the Minnesota Wild
Whiting Clinic LASIK + Cataract
OFFICIAL LASIK PROVIDER of the MINNESOTA WILD

The Difference is Clear

I'm committed to delivering the best service and best outcomes for your LASIK experience. We're proud to be one of the predominant vision correction centers in the country.

—DAVID WHITING, MD

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Whiting Clinic's 5 Star Reviews!

Paul B.

Rochester, MN

I've been wearing glasses for nearsightedness for almost forty years. I had Lasik done yesterday by Dr. Whiting, and it's nothing less than extraordinary. I walk around being able to read everything and am just amazed! I give the Whiting Clinic 5 stars only because I can't give them 10 stars!

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Andrew C.

St. Cloud, MN

Quick and painless… A life changing procedure by the top doctor in the industry at the best prices in the twin cities! I honestly can't remember seeing this clearly ever! Like everyone who has had LASIK, my only regret is that I didn't do it sooner!

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Kayla P.

Minneapolis, MN

I had lasik at this clinic August 2016 and I can not express the gratitude I have for the doctors and nurses there making me feel comfortable and at ease. I am very thorough and I actually did 5 consultations at various clinics and this one was the best, by far....I love waking up and being able to see the world as it should be! It’s a gift and well worth every penny!

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