Laser Eye Surgery & Vision Correction in The Bay Area
Gain freedom from glasses & contact lenses through our comprehensive LASIK, SMILE, EVO ICL, RLE, and PRK procedures in our San Francisco, San Jose, and San Ramon clinics.
Leaders in Laser Vision Correction: Precision Results for Clearer Vision
Are you fed up with prescription glasses and contact lenses? Do you want to play sports or go swimming without worrying about losing or damaging your glasses? If so, you may be a strong candidate for laser vision correction. This simple, effective procedure often restores patients’ vision fully.
Focused on safely optimizing your visual outcome
YOUR SURGEON’S INVESTMENT IN YOUR PRE-OPERATIVE CARE CAN BE A KEY DIFFERENCE
Our team is deeply involved in every step of your pre-operative care, from meeting with you at the consultation to analyzing your prescription and corneal imaging data to formulating your surgical plan.Not all laser eye surgeons are so comprehensively invested in the patient’s pre-op care, but we believe that investment can pay-off in a superior visual outcome.
The Benefits of LASIK
Laser vision correction is considered one of the most life-changing elective procedures available today. Key benefits include:
- Freedom from glasses and contact lenses for most daily activities
- Long-term cost savings by reducing or eliminating ongoing costs of prescriptions, frames, and contacts
- Rapid results, with many patients noticing improved vision within 24 hours
- Permanent correction of refractive errors in a single short procedure
- High patient satisfaction rates, with the majority of patients achieving 20/20 vision or better
- Improved quality of life for sports, travel, and active lifestyles
“All-Laser” LASIK offers several advantages over traditional LASIK procedures that use a blade. Thanks to femtosecond technology, one of those advantages is that “All Laser” LASIK employs a femtosecond laser to create the LASIK corneal flap, which is the first step in the “All Laser” LASIK procedure.
By using a laser rather than a mechanical keratome (i.e., a surgical blade) to produce the flap, surgeons are able to better control the quality of the flap without exposing the patient to the unique risks associated with using the mechanical keratome. In using a laser to create the flap and wavefront-optimized techniques to correct the patient’s vision error, “All Laser” LASIK gives patients a chance to see equal to or potentially better than their glasses and contact lenses.
Providing a spectrum
of advanced
treatment solutions
CHOOSING THE TREATMENT THAT’S OPTIMAL FOR YOUR UNIQUE VISION NEEDS
Because the vision needs of our patients are not all alike, we offer a spectrum of advanced treatment solutions, including:
- Wavefront-Optimized “All Laser” LASIK,
- SMILE vision correction,
- Customized PRK,
- EVO ICL,
- Contoura topography-guided LASIK.
Not all practices offer such a broad array of vision solutions, but we think our team should have the freedom to choose the treatment solution that’s right for you.
Anchored by a state-of-the-art technology infrastructure
MODERN TECHNOLOGY PLATFORMS OFFER SAFETY AND PERFORMANCE ADVANTAGES
The Alcon EX500 Laser
The fastest excimer laser
treatment platform in its class
The Alcon EX500 Laser Treatment Platform
Keeping up with the rapid pace of technical change in the laser vision correction market can be expensive, so some practices may continue to rely on older technology to save money. Dr. Hyver, however, believes that the cost of maintaining a state-of-the-art diagnostic and laser treatment infrastructure is more than justified in the safety and performance advantages it offers our patients.
Anchored by a
state-of-the-art
technology
infrastructure
MODERN TECHNOLOGY PLATFORMS OFFER SAFETY AND PERFORMANCE ADVANTAGES
Keeping up with the rapid pace of technical change in the laser vision correction market can be expensive, so some practices may continue to rely on older technology to save money. Our team, however, believes that the cost of maintaining a state-of-the-art diagnostic and laser treatment infrastructure is more than justified in the safety and performance advantages it offers our patients.
The convenience of three Bay Area offices
Each of our offices is equipped with an advanced diagnostic imaging capability and an environmentally-controlled laser eye surgery suite, all supported by our team of seasoned optometrists, certified surgical technicians, and business professionals.
DALY CITY
2001 Junipero Serra Blvd
Suite 161
Daly City, CA 94014
SANTA CLARA
2901 Tasman Drive
Suite 208
Santa Clara, CA 95054
SAN RAMON
210 Porter Drive
Suite 215
San Ramon, CA 94583
What is Laser Vision Correction?
Laser vision correction is an advanced procedure that permanently restores a patient’s vision by reshaping the cornea using specialized lasers. Also known as laser eye surgery, it is an umbrella term covering several distinct treatment options.
Laser vision correction can permanently correct common refractive errors including nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism, which is an imperfection in the eye’s curvature. For many patients, it provides a path to 20/20 vision or better, eliminating the need for glasses or contact lenses.
While the specific technique varies by treatment, most procedures use specialized femtosecond and excimer lasers to alter the shape of the cornea. The cornea is the clear, transparent window at the front of the eye that focuses light onto the retina. Treatment is typically completed in around 15 minutes and is completely painless thanks to anesthetic eye drops. Recovery time varies depending on the procedure chosen.
Types of Laser Vision Correction Procedures
At ScottHyver Visioncare, we offer a broad and comprehensive range of specialized laser vision correction procedures, going well above and beyond many other providers in the Bay Area. This allows us to create tailored treatment plans that suit the individual needs of every patient.
Wavefront-Optimized “All Laser” LASIK
Wavefront-Optimized LASIK uses two different lasers to reshape the cornea with exceptional precision. Before the procedure, Wavefront Technology Mapping creates a detailed 3D map of each patient’s eyes, pinpointing the specific aberrations causing blurry vision. A femtosecond laser then creates a precise, uniform corneal flap, allowing a second excimer laser to reshape the cornea based on the 3D map data. This procedure offers a fast recovery, with most patients returning to work the next day.
SMILE Vision Correction
Small Incision Lenticule Extraction (SMILE) is a minimally invasive option for patients with nearsightedness or astigmatism. Rather than creating a large corneal flap, a specialized laser forms a small, lens-shaped disc called a lenticule just beneath the corneal surface through a tiny incision. This lenticule is then gently removed, reshaping the cornea. SMILE eye surgery is an excellent alternative for patients who are not suitable for LASIK, and it offers fast recovery times and a reduced risk of dry eyes.
Customized PRK
Also known as wavefront-guided or topography-guided PRK, Customized PRK is suitable for patients with nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism, particularly those with thinner corneas or irregular eye shapes. After mapping the eye with wavefront technology and applying anesthetic drops, an excimer laser precisely vaporizes microscopic amounts of corneal tissue to correct the refractive error. A protective contact lens is placed over the eye during healing. Recovery typically takes 3 to 5 days.
Contoura Topography-Guided LASIK
Contoura Topography-Guided LASIK is one of the most advanced laser vision correction techniques available. It maps the 3D topography of the cornea by measuring 22,000 unique elevation points, treating subtle surface irregularities and accounting for the eye’s natural visual axis. An excimer laser then uses this data to smooth and reshape the cornea with extraordinary
Tailored Vision Correction: Your Personalized Treatment Plan
At ScottHyver Visioncare, we understand that no two eyes are the same. Variations in corneal thickness, shape, and surface characteristics mean that a one-size-fits-all approach simply does not work for laser eye surgery. That is why we build every treatment plan around the individual patient, considering eye anatomy, lifestyle, and personal visual goals.
Our advanced diagnostic process includes:
- Wavefront Technology Mapping: Identifies unique light distortions in the eye to minimize visual side effects such as glare and halos.
- Topography-Guided Mapping: Measures the precise surface curvature of the cornea for highly customized, accurate treatment.
Together, these diagnostics allow our surgeons to design a procedure that is perfectly suited to your eyes. To explore all available vision correction procedures, including non-laser options, visit our full procedures page.
Schedule your free consultation at any
one of our three Bay Area offices.
If you are looking for the best laser eye surgery the Bay Area has to offer, ScottHyver Visioncare is a trusted choice. We combine the latest technology with a deeply personalized approach to care. All procedures are performed by highly qualified, board-certified ophthalmologists, and every patient meets their surgeon during the initial consultation.
We have multiple convenient locations across the Bay Area, including Santa Clara, San Ramon, and Daly City. To take the first step toward clearer vision, contact ScottHyver Visioncare to book your free initial consultation today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Laser vision correction uses specialised lasers to permanently reshape the cornea and correct common vision problems including nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Procedures offered at ScottHyver Visioncare in the Bay Area include All Laser LASIK, SMILE, Contoura LASIK, and Wavefront-Optimized PRK. Most patients achieve 20/20 vision or better.
Laser eye surgery is not suitable for everyone. In general, ideal candidates for laser vision correction:
- Are aged 18 or over, ideally between 20 and 55
- Have had a stable prescription with little or no change for at least one year
- Have good overall eye health with no active conditions such as glaucoma or cataracts
- Have no systemic health conditions that may impair healing
- Are not currently pregnant or breastfeeding
- Have sufficient corneal thickness for the chosen procedure
The best way to confirm your suitability is through a comprehensive pre-operative assessment. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, a thorough eye examination is essential before any refractive surgery to ensure safe and effective outcomes.
The entire procedure typically takes around 15 minutes per eye. The laser treatment itself lasts less than a minute, the rest of the time is spent on preparation and positioning. Most patients are in and out of the clinic within an hour. ScottHyver Visioncare has offices in Daly City, Santa Clara, and San Ramon for convenient Bay Area access.
No. Anesthetic eye drops numb the eye completely before the procedure begins. Most patients feel only mild pressure, not pain. Some light sensitivity or mild discomfort is common in the hours after LASIK, while PRK patients typically experience a longer recovery period of a few days. Our team talks every patient through each step of the procedure in real time so there are no surprises.
The right procedure depends on your prescription strength, corneal thickness, eye shape, and lifestyle. For example, SMILE is often preferred by patients with active or contact sports lifestyles, while PRK is better suited to those with thinner corneas. At ScottHyver Visioncare, our doctors review your complete diagnostic data, including corneal imaging, and personally formulates a treatment plan tailored to your eyes. Unlike practices that offer only one or two options, we recommend the procedure that is genuinely best for you, not the one that’s most available.
LASIK creates a thin flap in the cornea, treats the tissue beneath with a laser, then repositions the flap. Vision recovery is fast, usually within 24 hours. SMILE is a newer, flapless procedure done entirely through a small incision, making it popular with athletes and active patients. PRK removes the surface layer of the cornea entirely before laser reshaping, recovery takes longer but there is no flap, which suits patients with thinner corneas. Our doctors at ScottHyver Visioncare offer all three procedures and will recommend the one best suited to your individual eyes during your pre-operative consultation.
Several things set ScottHyver Visioncare apart. We focus exclusively on refractive surgery, it is the only thing we do, which means deep specialisation and consistent outcomes. We personally meet with every patient at consultation, personally review your imaging data, and personally perform your procedure. Our practice uses the latest laser platforms across all three Bay Area locations (Daly City, Santa Clara, San Ramon) rather than relying on older technology to cut costs. And as the official eye surgeon for the San Francisco 49ers since 2006, our results are trusted at the highest level of professional sport.
LASIK costs in the San Francisco Bay Area typically range from $2,000 to $3,500 per eye, depending on the technology used and the complexity of your prescription. Be cautious of heavily discounted offers, they often involve older laser platforms or exclude necessary follow-up care. At ScottHyver Visioncare, pricing is transparent and includes your pre-operative assessment, the procedure, and post-operative care. We invest in the latest diagnostic and laser technology because the safety and visual outcomes justify the cost.