Filutowski Eye Institute
LASIK in Daytona Beach, Florida
The Filutowski Eye Institute is a recognized leader in vision correction surgery. We have been providing patients with excellence in eye care and vision for life in Central Florida for more than 35 years. Your vision is important to us, and we are dedicated to providing quality care for our patients through the use of the latest state-of-the-art technology. We are proud to be one of the few practices in Central Florida to perform the newest, most advanced LASIK procedure known as SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction).
Filutowski Eye Institute
110 Yorktowne DriveDaytona Beach, FL 32119
Mon - Fri: 8 AM - 5 pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Vision Correction Procedures in Daytona Beach
Today's life-changing procedures make it possible to improve your vision to 20/20—or better.
LASIK Eye Surgery
LASIK eye surgery corrects nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
EVO ICL™ (Implantable Collamer Lens)
EVO ICL™ (Implantable Collamer Lens) surgery involves putting an artificial lens in the eye. Unlike RLE, the natural lens is not removed, and the artificial lens is placed between the natural lens and the iris.
EVO ICL™ can correct nearsightedness and astigmatism. It is sometimes referred to as an implantable contact lens.
Other Procedures
PRK Surgery (Photorefractive Keratectomy)
What is PRK Surgery?
PRK Surgery (Photorefractive Keratectomy) is a type of laser eye surgery that is used to correct refractive errors such as nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism. PRK is an alternative to LASIK eye surgery and is particularly suitable for individuals who may not be candidates for LASIK due to certain corneal characteristics.
Overview of the PRK surgery process:
- Corneal Epithelium Removal:
- In PRK, the surgeon begins by removing the thin outer layer of the cornea called the epithelium. This can be done using an alcohol solution, a special brush, or a laser.
- Laser Reshaping of the Cornea:
- Once the epithelium is removed, a laser is used to precisely reshape the cornea. The laser ablates or removes microscopic amounts of corneal tissue based on the patient’s refractive error. The goal is to correct the curvature of the cornea and improve the focus of light on the retina.
- Healing Process:
- Unlike LASIK, where a corneal flap is created, PRK does not involve creating a flap. Instead, the corneal surface is allowed to regenerate naturally. The healing process involves the growth of new epithelial cells over the treated area.
- Post-operative Care:
- Following PRK surgery, patients are given medicated eye drops to aid in the healing process and prevent infection. Recovery may take a bit longer compared to LASIK, and patients may experience temporary discomfort during the initial days.
Key considerations for PRK surgery include:
- Corneal Thickness: PRK may be a suitable option for individuals with thinner corneas who may not be ideal candidates for LASIK.
- Occupational Considerations: PRK may be recommended for individuals with occupations or lifestyles that carry a risk of corneal injury, as it eliminates the creation of a corneal flap.
- Healing Time: The initial visual recovery may take longer with PRK compared to LASIK. Patients typically experience optimal vision several weeks after the procedure.
PRK is a well-established and effective procedure for vision correction, and its suitability depends on individual factors. It’s important to consult with an experienced refractive surgeon or eye care professional to determine the most appropriate laser eye surgery option based on your eye health and lifestyle.
Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE)
Refractive lens exchange (RLE), is when a clear lens is implanted to replace your eye’s natural lens to correct your vision.
This procedure is often used for pre-cataract patients, as a preventative vision correction solution. Refractive lens exchange (RLE) can also correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
SMILE Eye Surgery
SMILE—Small Incision Lenticule Extraction—is the latest innovation in laser vision correction. SMILE eye surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that, unlike Lasik, does not require a corneal flap. The SMILE Laser works inside the cornea to remove your prescription by isolating a lenticule of tissue that is then removed through a very small, smile-like, incision. It has been successfully performed on over 8 million patients worldwide.
Konrad Filutowski, MD
Dr. Filutowski is our founder and Medical Director. He built the Filutowski Eye Institute starting as a single physician practice with one employee in 1990. Since then, his desire for innovation and drive to provide the best possible care for our patients has allowed us to grow into the multi-physician, multi-location practice you see today. Dr. Filutowski is married with three children. He is an avid skier, and a sports and race car enthusiast.
Angela Dempsey, MD
Dr. Dempsey has been a vision correction surgeon with us for over 25 years and has changed the lives of tens of thousands of Filutowski Eye Institute patients. Married with four children, Dr. Dempsey enjoys volunteering with her church and in her community and loves any activity that involves being in the water– swimming, rafting, or floating.
Oliver Filutowski, MD
Dr. Oliver Filutowski is the son of our founder and Medical Director, Dr. Konrad Filutowski. Having grown up working in the office, he now returns to us as a clinician and surgeon, eager to work with his father and serve our community. Dr. Oliver Filutowski enjoys exercising, playing tennis and sand volleyball, serving in church, cooking, spending time with family, and reading.
Siripong Rojanasthien, MD
Dr. Rojanasthien comes to us with a passion for ophthalmology and improving the lives of his patients. He and his spouse enjoy cooking and dining, going to the beach and kayaking, traveling, and self-improvement via reading and working out.
Ariana Diamond, MD
Dr. Diamond comes to us with a passion in microsurgery and helping patients improve their vision and quality of life. She enjoys going to the beach and hiking during her free time; as well as spending quality time with her husband and miniature poodle Mila.
Reach out with any questions or to get started with Daytona Beach’s premier LASIK provider.
LASIK is a life-changing procedure with many advantages:
Safe – One of the safest elective procedures available and most patients are back to their routine in only one or two days.
Saves Money – Often saves tens of thousands of dollars on glasses and contacts over a lifetime.
Fast – LASIK procedures typically last only a few minutes.
Location Information
If you’re looking for LASIK in Daytona Beach, you can rest assured that you have access to some of the nation’s top laser eye surgeons.
LASIK is a life-changing procedure with incredibly high patient satisfaction rates (over 95 percent), allowing Daytona Beach residents clear vision for years to come. Most patients don’t need corrective lenses, such as glasses or contacts, following LASIK.
During the procedure, your surgeon will use a laser to reshape your cornea, allowing light to refract correctly so your vision is clear. LASIK can correct various refractive errors, including myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism.
Serious complications from LASIK are exceedingly rare, allowing patients to enjoy clear vision without issues.
If you need LASIK in Daytona Beach, look for a surgeon who has performed thousands of surgeries and has access to the latest LASIK technology. You’ll start with an assessment to gauge whether you are a good candidate for LASIK.
Filutowski Eye Institute
110 Yorktowne Drive
Daytona Beach, FL 32119
(386) 788-6696
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