Advanced Eye and Laser Center of California, Inc. | Dr. Paul Huynh

There are many considerations to consider when looking at LASIK for your vision correction needs. The FDA approved the lasers for Custom LASIK for use on people over 18 years old and there is really no upper limit on receiving surgery. Your overall health and the health and condition of your eye are best determined by a qualified laser eye specialist.

Some considerations that Dr. Huynh will discuss during your consultation include:

• Age
• Healthy corneas
• Thick enough corneas
• Good general health

Your eyes continue to change through out your life. Young eyes are not fully developed and might change after LASIK surgery, which might require future vision correction in just a few short years. In some cases, a physician may conclude that an eye is developed enough that LASIK is beneficial.

The FDA does allow what they call off-label consideration for patients younger than 18 if the surgeon determines that LASIK would be beneficial. Some pediatric patients under age 18 have seen good results after the LASIK procedure.

As you age, other eye conditions may preclude LASIK surgery. If you have glaucoma or macular degeneration, which are typically age related eye disorders, would contraindicate LASIK surgery.

Southern California eye surgeon, Dr. Huynh is qualified to evaluate your eyes to see if LASIK would be beneficial. To find our more, please contact Advanced Eye & Laser Center of California, Inc. today and schedule an appointment.

There are many occupations that require good vision, such as airplane pilots, professional sports, and astronauts to name a few. Unfortunately, many people suffer from vision problems that may put these careers out of reach. Glasses and contacts may help, but they are bulky and unreliable under the rigors these jobs demand.

Glasses frequently fall off, get dusty, or become misplaced. Contacts are somewhat better, but losing one during an intense activity can cause serious complications. A better option, and more permanent option, is vision correction with Custom LASIK surgery, the latest in laser eye surgery.

LASIK is used to correct most vision problems experienced by most people, including:

• Hyperopia
• Myopia
• Astigmatism
• Presbyopia

Even if you are not seeking a career in a high performance type field, you can also improve your vision and finally get rid of your glasses or contact lenses. LASIK can improve your vision if you drive trucks, play golf, or even teach school without the headache of eyeglasses.

To find out more about how LASIK surgery may be able to help you improve your vision to pursue the career you always wanted, please contact Advanced Eye & Laser Center of California, Inc. and schedule an initial consultation.

Many young men and women of the military, like young men and women everywhere, suffer from vision problems that can be corrected with LASIK vision correction surgery. However, they must have approval before undergoing this type of surgery. While having LASIK is acceptable in all the branches of service for most military careers, there are some that are excluded.

Having LASIK prior to enlistment or commission my disqualify you from some of the higher level, or cutting edge parts of the service. Navy Seals and divers, and other similar skill areas used to require perfect vision naturally with no vision correction, but now allow PRK. LASIK is still a disqualifier in Special Forces. Pilots have been allowed to undergo LASIK since 2007. If you are interested in joining the military, LASIK should not keep you out of service to your country.

If you are currently serving in the military and want to undergo vision correction, you will have additional considerations in addition to what civilians have. You must be a good candidate to receive the surgery and you must not be in a job that would prohibit you from getting the surgery. It is important to consult with your branch of service to learn about what restrictions you have, if any. In addition, the risks involved may affect disability benefits should you elect to have the surgery and suffer complications.

To find out more about LASIK and the military regulations regarding the procedure while you are serving, please contact Advanced Eye & Laser Center of California, Inc. Check with your chain of command to ensure that you do not negatively affect your military career by electing LASIK vision correction. If LASIK is not available, there may be other acceptable vision correction options.

One of the surest signs of aging is when you can no longer read the pages of a book or a computer screen easily without moving your head or holding your arms stretched out in front of your face. At some point in your life, you may suffer from aged eyes, scientifically known as presbyopia. Presbyopia may occur by itself as your eyes age, or may appear in conjunction with other vision problems like hyperopia or even myopia, which are caused by changes in the shape of the eye.

Most people deal with near vision problems by going to the corner drugstore and getting a pair of reading glasses. The presence of presbyopia in addition to your other vision problems may require the use of bifocal lenses. That option is fine for some people, but advancement in laser eye surgery have made Custom LASIK surgery a desirable option for many who want to give up on reading glasses or bifocal lenses.

The first LASIK procedure was performed in 1998 and since then, millions of people have benefited from the surgery. In most cases, though not all, people are finally able to give up their reading glasses.

Presbyopia is a hardening or stiffening of the natural lens of your eye. When this happens, your eye no longer accommodates, or focuses effectively and corrective measures must be taken. LASIK cannot correct this vision problem and you may end up with glasses later in life.

To find out about LASIK and how it can help you get rid of your reading glasses, please contact Advanced Eye & Laser Center of California, Inc. to schedule an initial consultation.

The removal of ugly purple tentacle-shaped blemishes is rarely a medical necessity and can easily be removed through today’s laser technology. Spider vein treatment is a safe, non-invasive procedure requiring no general anesthesia and is virtually pain-free.

Laser Procedure for Spider Veins
There are several options for spider vein treatment. Most of them utilize the use of a laser beam. A highly concentrated beam of light passes through the skin sending pulses of energy on the target without causing any damage to surrounding tissue. As the problem area absorbs the light, the vein heats up and shrinks eventually disappearing completely. No incisions or injections are necessary. The treatment can take as little as 20 minutes depending on the severity and size of the affected area. More than one session may be necessary to completely eliminate all spider veins.

Laser Vein Removal Recovery
Patients can expect some mild swelling in the treated area for a few days after the procedure. Compression stockings can aid in a speedier recovery. There may be some minor bruising which will fade continuously for a week or two. Many patients can resume normal activities almost immediately.

Laser Vein Removal Results
Although laser therapy many not correct all imperfections of the problem areas, overall the results will be significant. Veins will fade either significantly or completely, resulting in a more uniform and youthful appearance.

If you’re in the San Diego, California area and are interested in eliminating your spider veins, please come see the cosmetic laser specialists at Advanced Eye & Laser Center of California, Inc. Let our highly qualified staff bring out the best in you.

Some areas of the skin have exceptionally high concentrations of pigmentation and/or melanin due to aging, congenital factors and sun exposure. In as little as 15 to 20 minutes, you can eliminate or reduce ugly age spots, broken capillaries and sun damaged skin with very little discomfort or side effects.

The Lumenis One IPL Process
The Lumenis One IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) is a high intensity pulsing light that radiates through a small hand piece against the surface of the skin. Ruptured capillaries coagulate, darkened areas diminish, and pore size decreases as new collagen cell growth is stimulated without any damage to the outer skin. The result is a smother, fresher, more youthful appearance.

Treatment Areas
Cosmetic flaws on the face, neck, chest and hands disappear revealing smoother, healthier skin with almost immediate results and minimal downtime. Lumenis One IPL can treat the following common skin problems:

• Rosacea
• Broken and dilated blood vessels
• Freckles, liver spots, age spots
• Damage caused by smoking and overexposure to the sun
• Acne scars and fine lines


Recovery
Improvements can be gradual but dramatic. Check with your cosmetic specialist on your customized treatment schedule. Typically, four to six sessions every ten to twenty days provide the best results. Most patients can expect to return to their normal routines immediately after the procedure.


If you’re in the San Diego, California area, please contact the Lumenis One IPLl specialists at Advanced Eye & Laser Center of California, Inc. Our team is experienced in the latest techniques utilizing state-of-the-art technology to give you the best cosmetic care you deserve.

Today, there’s a revolutionary new laser technology called GentleYAG that removes age spots; treats facial and leg veins and rejuvenates the face and skin back to its original youthful glow, each procedure taking less than an hour in your doctor’s office.

The GentleYAG Process
The GentleYAG system uses a high-energy laser that emits a gentle beam of light to its target without affecting the surrounding skin. The skin is first sprayed with a cooling device to increase comfort during the procedure. The long-pulse laser passes harmlessly through the skin where it is absorbed by the problem area.

Eliminating Spider Veins
Most spider vein patients have chosen sclerotherapy to get rid of their unsightly blue lines usually found on their upper legs. The procedure can be quite uncomfortable and even painful and requires a lengthy recovery period. With GentleYAG, the stinging, bruising and painful saline injections are eliminated. GentleYAG uses laser technology followed by a soothing cooling procedure that reduces the discomforts experienced through sclerotherapy. Results are dramatic and can last for almost a decade.

Skin Tightening & Wrinkle Reduction
GentleYAG stimulates our own body’s protein-producing processes to generate healthy skin. A laser beam gently heats up internal layers deep within the problem areas of the skin activating production of elastin and collagen. The results are tighter glowing more youthful skin and diminished wrinkles.

Hair Removal
Painful electrolysis, bleaching, plucking, waxing and shaving can be eliminated forever through the laser technology of GentleYAG. The procedure is quick, safe and doesn’t traumatize delicate skin and pores as other hair removal procedures do.

If you’re in the San Diego, California area, please come see the aesthetic treatment specialists at Advanced Eye & Laser Center of California, Inc. and let our experienced cosmetic team bring out the beauty in you.