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Our Statistics

Find out relevant statistics regarding SmartSurfACE Laser Procedure(SLP) at Pacific Laser Eye Centre.

Current Masking Policy at Pacific Laser Eye Centre:

  • Masks are required in the laser room on the day of the procedure

  • Masks are recommended, but not required for all other visits

About SmartSurfACE Laser Procedure(SLP)

SmartSurfACE Laser Procedure is a completely touch-less procedure – no scraping, no cuts, no incisions, no alcohol. The SmartSurfACE refractive laser system operates at 1000Hz (versus the traditional 400Hz) and utilizes a 7 directional ocular movement tracking system which results in perfectly centered treatments even if you have difficulty holding still during the procedure. Treatment time is approximately 40 seconds per eye, longer with higher prescriptions. This one step "trans-epithelial" procedure offers higher safety compared to Lasik, with no flap complications, no intra-stromal complications, and no risk of ectasia (excessive weakening of the cornea). This is also associated with faster visual recovery compared to traditional PRK.

SmartSurfACE is suitable for patients who play active sports and patients with thin corneas or complex corneal topographies (maps), such as with keratoconus. The efficiency of this advanced laser allows doctors to treat almost all levels of myopia in the safest manner possible.

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EVOLUTION OF SAFETY AND INNOVATION AT PACIFIC LASER EYE CENTRE

With over 30 years of experience, Pacific Laser Eye Centre (PLEC) has remained at the forefront of laser refractive procedures. PLEC was the first centre in British Columbia to introduce PRK in 1991. It then became one of the first centres in the world to treat patients with LASIK in 1994 and FEMTO Lasik in 2005. Later, in collaborations with engineers at Schwind Eye Tech Solutions, our physicians co-developed Smart Pulse Technology, which evolved into the SmartSurfACE Laser Procedure (SLP), the safest and least invasive technique to date.

At Pacific Laser Eye Centre, the surgeons have treated more than 100,000 eyes in the past 30 years. Most recently, PLEC has integrated a new Schwind MS-39 for high-definition corneal mapping. The MS-39 combines the latest generation of real-time, spectral domain OCT (Optical Coherence Topography) and Placido topography to create highly accurate and detailed maps of the cornea and epithelium – covering an area over 9 mm in diameter, the widest available to date. This high-resolution detail provides a quantum leap in corneal diagnosis and allows us to create the best possible treatment options and refractive outcomes.

Swhind Laser Machine

Meet Our Doctors

Dr. Lin
Dr. Holland
Dr. Moloney

Our doctors, Dr. David T.C. Lin, Dr. Simon P. Holland, and Dr. Greg Moloney have treated tens of thousands of patients who are now free from the need for corrective lenses.

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Testimonials

I had my eye surgery a few months ago with Dr. Lin. I was seeing 20/80 in both eyes prior to the procedure, but as an applicant with the VPD, required 20/20 as per the VPD's visual acuity standards. The PRK procedure was quick (32 seconds per eye), and Dr. Lin and his staff were very professional throughout the whole process from the initial consultation to the post-procedure follow-ups. I am now seeing 20/15, and am extremely grateful for my new vision, thank you Dr. Lin!

VPD Applicant

Best thing I've ever done! Dr. Lin and his team were amazing. My eyesight is 20/15 and it amazes me every day that I wake up and don't have to fight my contacts. As a pilot my eyes are extremely important to me and I recommend that anyone who needs the best go to the best. Go to Dr. Lin. You won't regret it.

Pilot Applicant

The fact that Dr. Lin takes the time to sit down and meet his future clients speaks for itself. I was also very impressed with his entire team, everyone was very professional and knowledgeable. That being said, thank you Dr Lin and Pacific Laser Eye Centre team for the 20/20 vision, as well as getting me back in the gym the very same day of my surgery

Fitness Trainer

My dreams came true after 24 years wearing glasses. Long story short:

I had done searches and met lots of doctors globally to perform a laser surgery on my eyes in order to remove my glasses. Every Time, I heard about thickness of my corneas which could not allow to operate the surgery. Last specialist that I met about 3 or 4 years ago said wait for technology and this day finally came.

Referred by my optometrist, booked an Info. session with Pasific laser office. I was impressed by level of positive attitude of staff during the session, right on time, it started with showing a video about two types of laser surgery (laser and PRK), Pros/Cons, what to expect and procedure.

A staff then explained more about the procedure and perspective of approximate cost. No pushy at all ! There were variety of tests and exams prior to surgery to ensure eyes are good candidates for the surgery. I had a great chance to choose Dr. Holland (There are two great doctors/specialists in this centre), in spite of whatever I had heard from other doctors, he studied my tests results, smiled and said your eyes are perfect candidates for what we are aiming to do. You can imagine what the feeling hearing this would be after years.

Anyway, clear instructions for before and after surgery were given, operation was performed in less than 15 minutes and a week after that removed the bandages successfully. My vision is getting better and better everyday (thanks to my wife who took a great care of me !). I wish everyone who has high level of weakness in their eyes could visit this centre and use the services they provide. Scientific, professional and friendly, those are what I experienced.

Communications Project Manager

I am 1 month post-PRK surgery with Dr. Lin. I cannot say enough about the quality of service and expertise shown by him and his team, from the initial consult through the recovery process. I consulted with almost every laser eye surgery clinic in town before choosing Dr. Lin. I also asked 3 ophthalmologists and 2 optometrists for their recommendations. They unanimously stated Dr. Lin was the best. The type of language they used was "if it was my wife/daughter/son....

My greatest anxiety was what would happen if there was a complication in the surgery, or I had a negative outcome. Would I be able to see the doctor right away? What support would they offer me? Dr. Lin is the only surgeon who met with me at the initial consult and took time to discuss the procedure and risks. He also gave me his personal cell phone number after the surgery in case of emergency. That level of service inspired great confidence.

As a personal injury lawyer with experience in medical malpractice, I am particularly attuned to risk, professional standards, and negligent conduct. I observed questionable practices at other clinics. For example, in one case, the business manager (the guy who talked money) held himself out as an authority in the procedure, and encouraged me to consult with him re: risk and other medical questions. This was both a conflict of interest and a recipe for negligence. I had no such concerns with Dr. Lin and would recommend him and his team to anyone.

Lawyer

Hi there my name is Catherine. Dr lin did Lasik surgery for me in 1997. I had had terrible vision from the time I was a child and my doctor in San Francisco kept saying don’t do this procedure don’t do that procedure but in 1997 when Lasic was acknowledged and accepted my doctor said yes , I haven’t learned do it yet but you should get it done but go up to Vancouver. He’s the best. So I flew up and Dr lin did both eyes. Honestly I think I was -925 in my left eye and -875 in my right eye. Not sure but that’s what I remember. Doctor Lin performed Lasik surgery on me which was scary but not even painful. I was 45 years old.

I went to my eye doctor yesterday here in Florida where I am now a resident and had my eyes checked. I left with a huge smile on my face because I am now 72 almost 73 years old and my vision is perfect! My distance vision is 2020 and I can still read without glasses.

I just wanted you all and Dr Lin if he’s still around to know how grateful I am for what he did for me. When you go from not being able to see very much to being able to see everything it brings you joy,security and appreciation. I have been singing Dr Lin’s praises for 28 years and I will never stop.