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Reduce your dependence on glasses with customised LASIK in Melbourne

WaveLight® Plus maps your eyes in detail, so treatment is made just for you1 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10896098/

Reduce your dependence on glasses with customised LASIK in Melbourne

WaveLight® Plus maps your eyes in detail, so treatment is made just for you 2 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10896098/

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See how your life could change

After treatment, many people find life easier and more enjoyable with clearer sight3https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19344821/

You could experience fresher, more comfortable eyes4 https://www.ohsu.edu/casey-eye-institute/lasik-vs-contact-lenses

Glasses and contacts can leave eyes feeling tired, dry, or irritated by the end of a long day. LASIK may help reduce these physical symptoms for suitable candidates. With less swapping or carrying spares, some people find travel, work, and daily life simpler. While experiences vary, many report greater comfort during everyday activities.

Feel lighter without the constant glasses routine

Managing glasses or contacts can cause stress, from keeping them clean to worrying about losing or damaging them. LASIK may reduce these concerns for some people. Many report feeling more at ease socially and professionally when they no longer rely on constant eyewear routines.

A very good day

For many, the day begins by reaching for glasses or inserting lenses. LASIK may reduce this reliance, helping mornings and routines feel simpler. Some people notice daily tasks, from fitness to office work to travel, become easier without constant eyewear.

People may notice a new confidence in you

Glasses or contacts can sometimes feel like a barrier. After LASIK, some people feel freer and more spontaneous, which may be noticed by friends or colleagues. They may see someone who is more relaxed, confident, and less tied to vision aids.

See how your life could change

After treatment, many people find life easier and more enjoyable with clearer sight5https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19344821/

You could experience fresher, more comfortable eyes6 https://www.ohsu.edu/casey-eye-institute/lasik-vs-contact-lenses

Glasses and contacts can leave eyes feeling tired, dry, or irritated by the end of a long day. LASIK may help reduce these physical symptoms for suitable candidates. With less swapping or carrying spares, some people find travel, work, and daily life simpler. While experiences vary, many report greater comfort during everyday activities.

Feel lighter without the constant glasses routine

Managing glasses or contacts can cause stress, from keeping them clean to worrying about losing or damaging them. LASIK may reduce these concerns for some people. Many report feeling more at ease socially and professionally when they no longer rely on constant eyewear routines.

A very good day

For many, the day begins by reaching for glasses or inserting lenses. LASIK may reduce this reliance, helping mornings and routines feel simpler. Some people notice daily tasks, from fitness to office work to travel, become easier without constant eyewear.

People may notice a new confidence in you

Glasses or contacts can sometimes feel like a barrier. After LASIK, some people feel freer and more spontaneous, which may be noticed by friends or colleagues. They may see someone who is more relaxed, confident, and less tied to vision aids.

Clearer vision in 3 simple steps

From your first assessment to life after treatment, we’ve made the journey as straightforward as can be

Step 1: GET IN TOUCH

Not everyone is suitable for laser vision correction. The first step is to find out if treatment could help you. Call our friendly team or use our online calendar to book a free appointment.

Step 2: WE’LL MEET

At your appointment, we’ll examine your eyes, answer your questions, and give you an honest recommendation based on your needs. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of the best options for you.

Step 3: ENJOY THE BENEFITS

After treatment, many people are surprised at how quickly daily life becomes easier. From driving to travelling to enjoying sport, you could experience freedom without glasses or contacts.

Freedom from glasses can start with one appointment

Find out if laser eye surgery is right for you

Book your free laser eye assessment and learn if clearer vision is within your reach

With LASIK, many people may reduce their need for glasses and contacts

Quickly learn how this proven vision correction option works and discover if it could be right for you

Who is suitable for LASIK eye surgery?

  • LASIK may be an option if you are short-sighted, long-sighted, have astigmatism, or age-related reading vision (using the monovision or READ method).
  • You need to be over 18 and meet certain eye health criteria. At Vista Eyes, we check this with special tests that measure the shape, thickness, and health of your cornea.
  • These results help us see if LASIK is a good fit, or if another treatment might suit you better.
  • Your safety always comes first in every recommendation.

  • Customised LASIK with WaveLight® Plus starts with a detailed map of your eyes using special ray-tracing technology. This makes a treatment plan designed just for your eye shape and vision.
  • During the procedure, a very precise femtosecond laser creates a thin flap on the cornea, the clear front layer of your eye.
  • Another laser, called the excimer laser, reshapes the cornea to correct vision. The flap is gently put back in place so it can heal quickly.
  • WaveLight® Plus aims for safety, accuracy, and may reduce your need for glasses or contacts.
  • Surgery is typically performed on both eyes during the same session. Most people find the recovery manageable and begin returning to regular activities soon after, depending on individual healing.

  • Customised LASIK offers advantages such as highly personalised treatment, advanced diagnostics, and rapid visual recovery compared to traditional LASIK.
  • Many people value the convenience of waking up without relying on glasses or contacts. However, it may not be suitable for everyone.
  • Disadvantages include temporary side effects such as dry eyes, glare, or halos during recovery. Rare complications can occur, and not all patients achieve complete independence from glasses.
  • Suitability depends on factors such as corneal thickness, eye health, and lifestyle.
  • A detailed assessment helps determine whether this technology is the right choice for each individual.

  • Like all medical procedures, LASIK involves some risk.
  • While complications are uncommon, they may include issues like dry eye, visual disturbances, or slower healing in some cases.
  • Most side effects, if they occur, are temporary and manageable, but it’s important to know what to expect.
  • At Vista Eyes, your consultation includes a detailed assessment and discussion of any potential risks based on your eye health and lifestyle.
  • We’re here to help you make an informed decision with confidence and clarity.

  • If LASIK is not suitable, other options may be considered. These include LASIK Xtra (a version of LASIK with added corneal cross-linking), PRK (a surface laser treatment), ICL (implantable contact lenses), or RLE (refractive lens exchange).
  • Each option works in a different way and may suit different eye shapes, ages, or lifestyles. Sometimes, updated glasses or contact lenses may still be the safest choice.
  • At Vista Eyes, every recommendation is based on your individual eye health and safety.

  • The LASIK process at Vista Eyes is straightforward.
    Step one is your suitability assessment, which includes advanced eye scans and a personalised consultation.
  • Step two is the procedure itself. A femtosecond laser creates a precise flap on the cornea, then the WaveLight® Plus laser reshapes the cornea based on your customised plan. The flap is gently replaced to heal naturally.
  • Step three is recovery and aftercare. Most people notice improved vision within 24–48 hours, though full recovery can take weeks.
  • Our team supports you through every stage, ensuring comfort, safety, and clarity about what to expect.

  • Studies show strong results with WaveLight® Plus.
  • At 4 months, about 8 in 10 people had vision within a quarter of a prescription step of perfection. About 2 in 3 gained at least one extra line of vision on the eye chart, and 4 in 10 gained two lines. Many also had better contrast and fewer distortions. In surveys, about 99% of patients said they were satisfied with their results7 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10896098/.
  • Outcomes vary, and not everyone becomes free from glasses.

Do glasses and contacts hold you back?

If so, you may want to consider laser eye surgery

Always carrying spares?

Do you find yourself packing lenses, solution, and backup glasses wherever you go, just in case? Whether it’s a night out, a workout, or a last-minute trip, your vision routine can feel like an extra job. By booking a free appointment, you can explore whether there’s an option to simplify and leave the backups behind.

Fed up with lens discomfort?

Do your eyes feel dry or irritated after long days at work or while travelling? Many people notice their contacts becoming uncomfortable at the worst times. A free appointment can show if laser eye surgery might be a way to reduce this daily struggle.

Missing out on spontaneity?

From swimming with friends to booking a last-minute holiday, glasses and contacts can get in the way of joining in without a plan. Booking a free appointment can help you explore whether laser eye surgery could give you the freedom to say yes to life’s moments without hesitation.

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Academic resources on WaveLight® Plus

Learn more about this advanced laser platform from trusted, peer-reviewed sources. These links will take you off our website.

WaveLight® Plus offers a fully personalised laser treatment by mapping each patient’s eye in 3D using ray-tracing and advanced diagnostics. Over 98 % of eyes achieved 20/20 vision in trials.* Read more.

The article explains how WaveLight® Plus is a new, more advanced LASIK technology that maps the full eye to customise treatment. It compares WaveLight Plus to traditional LASIK, discusses typical pricing and details recovery timelines, candidate criteria, and potential side effects. Read More.

Ray-Tracing Customization in Myopic and Myopic Astigmatism LASIK Treatments for Low and High Order Aberrations Treatment: 2-Year Visual Function and Psychometric Value Outcomes of a Consecutive Case Series
This study reviews long-term outcomes and safety data in ray-tracing customisation, summarising key metrics and complications rates. Read more.

Hi, I’m Dr Rick Wolfe.

I’ve been performing laser vision correction and cataract surgery in Melbourne since 1991, with more than 30,000 procedures completed.

As a Fellow of RANZCO, I’ve dedicated my career to advancing eye surgery techniques in Australia and internationally.

I regularly share my knowledge at global conferences and founded the World College of Refractive Surgery and Visual Sciences to support excellence in our field.

My goal is simple: to provide safe, precise, and personalised care that helps people enjoy clearer vision.

Every patient is unique, and I take pride in tailoring treatment to individual needs.

Dr Rick Wolfe

Owner, Founder and Surgeon at Vista Eyes Laser Eye Clinic
Ophthalmologist and Laser Eye Surgeon, MB BS, FRANZCO, FWCRS

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