Laser Vision Correction

OUR MISSION At Sutton Linder & Sutton,

our patients come first, always! As a team, we are committed to helping our patients achieve their best possible vision.

At Sutton Linder & Sutton, our highly trained team of vision care professionals are committed to helping you achieve your best possible vision. LASIK offers more than just great vision—it can improve your quality of life.

Our surgeons—Dr. Vince Sutton, Dr. Max Linder, Dr. Greg Sutton, and Dr. Jordan Rixen—are all board-certified by the American Academy of Ophthalmology and have performed more than 14,000 LASIK procedures since 1998.

SURGEONS YOU CAN TRUST

Some of the benefits patients receive at Sutton Linder & Sutton:

» All-laser LASIK including the Allegretto Wave® and IntraLase® iFS™ Advanced Femtosecond Lasers

» Patients have a 24-hour-a-day emergency access to Drs. Sutton, Linder, Sutton, and Rixen

» Results are tracked to continuously monitor and refine patient outcomes

» Support from a large optometric network for convenient access to pre- and post-operative care

» Dedicated and highly-skilled laser vision correction team

» Fee is all-inclusive with no hidden charges

» Fixed-site laser in a custom suite

Vince Sutton, M.D.

Dr. Vince Sutton is a native of Lincoln, Nebraska, and a married father of four. He was board certified in 1981 and is licensed in both Nebraska and Kansas.

Specializing in LASIK, IntacsTM, cataract and refractive surgery, Dr. Sutton received his medical degree and completed his residency at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. He completed a fellowship at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics. Dr. Sutton is board certified by the American Academy of Ophthalmology and is a member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Nebraska Medical Association, Lancaster County Medical Society and Nebraska Association of Eye Physicians and Surgeons. He is an associate professor in the Ophthalmology Department of the University of Nebraska Medical Center.

He has six active professional appointments: Lincoln Surgical Hospital in Lincoln, St. Elizabeth Community Health Center in Lincoln, Jefferson County Hospital in Fairbury, York General Hospital in York, Fillmore County Hospital in Geneva and Community Memorial Hospital in Maryville, KS.

Dr. Sutton's hobbies and interests include reading, watching movies, and exercising.

Dr. Max Linder is a Lincoln native who was raised in Plattsmouth, Nebraska. He has been practicing medicine since 1979.

Dr. Linder specializes in LASIK refractive surgery and cataract surgery. He received his medical degree from the University of

Nebraska Medical Center, where he also completed his residency. Dr. Linder is board certified by the American Academy of Ophthalmology and is a member of Lancaster County Medical Society and Nebraska Association of Eye Physicians and Surgeons.

He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a member of the Nebraska Academy of Ophthalmology and an Alpha Omega Alpha Honorary.

Dr. Linder has two active professional appointments: Lincoln Surgical Hospital in Lincoln and Crete Municipal Hospital in Crete.

Dr. Linder and his wife, Pat, have three children. His hobbies and interests include golfing, hunting, traveling, and visiting his children and grandchildren.

Max Linder, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Dr. Greg Sutton is a Lincoln, Nebraska native and a married father of three. He has been practicing medicine since he was board certified in 1982.

Dr. Sutton specializes in LASIK, IntacsTM, cataracts, glaucoma and corneal transplants. He received his medical degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center, where he completed his residency. Thereafter, he completed a fellowship in cataracts and cornea in Savannah, Georgia, and a fellowship in glaucoma at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.

Dr. Sutton is board certified by the American Academy of Ophthalmology and is a member of the Nebraska Medical Association, Lancaster County Medical Society and Nebraska Association of Eye Physicians and Surgeons.

He has four active professional appointments: Lincoln Surgical Hospital in Lincoln, St. Elizabeth Community Health Center in Lincoln, Memorial Health Care Center in Seward, and Beatrice Community Hospital in Beatrice.

Dr. Sutton's hobbies and interests include traveling, exercising, reading, and spending time with his family.

Greg Sutton, M.D.

Dr. Jordan Rixen specializes in cataract, corneal transplant, and laser vision correction surgery. He graduated from Iowa State University and received his medical degree from the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine. He completed

an internship at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse, Wisconsin followed by a residency in Ophthalmology at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. After residency, he remained at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics to complete a fellowship in Cornea, External Disease and Refractive Surgery.

Dr. Rixen is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the Lancaster County Medical Society, and the Iowa Eye Association.

He has six professional appointments: Lincoln Surgical Hospital in Lincoln, St. Elizabeth Regional Medical Center in Lincoln, Bryan Hospitals in Lincoln, Johnson County Hospital in Tecumseh, Community Memorial Hospital in Syracuse, and St. Mary’s Community Hospital in Nebraska City.

He and his wife, Erin, have two sons. He is an avid sports fan and enjoys running, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Jordan Rixen, M.D.

Not just better vision — a better quality of life. Vision correction

procedures can do more than improve your vision, they can enhance

your life. Imagine having the ability to jog on a windy day, see your alarm

clock when you wake up in the morning or enjoy a movie from the back

row of a theater without the hassle of glasses or contacts.

Drs. Sutton, Linder, Sutton, and Rixen and our team of highly trained

professionals are committed to maximizing the visual potential of our

patients. We provide the latest technology, an educated, caring staff

and a genuine concern for each patient.

The Normal EyeThe eye’s surface is convex, and light rays that hit it bend toward its center. In an eye with a normally curved cornea and the correct shape, an image focuses exactly on the retina.

CONDITIONS OF THE EYE

AstigmatismVision becomes distorted when the surface of the cornea has an uneven curvature. Sometimes, it is the eye’s lens that is irregularly shaped. Astigmatism causes light to focus in more than one spot, leading to blurred vision.

Farsightedness (Hyperopia)When the eyeball is too short, light rays entering the eye focus behind the retina. Both distance and near objects may be out of focus.

Nearsightedness (Myopia)When the eyeball is too long, light rays focus in front of, rather than on, the retina. Under these circumstances, near objects are in focus, but distant objects are not.

Traditionally, the only treatments for these conditions were glasses and contacts. While these solutions are only temporary, LASIK truly changes your eyes, giving you enhanced vision for life.

You can see at a distance

Your vision is clear Your vision is blurry

You can focus up close

Roy Helu, Jr.NFL Running Back,LASIK Patient

“Having LASIK gives me a huge advantage onthe field in the NFL. I want to emphasize the great experience I had at Sutton Linder & Sutton and how LASIK changed my life.”

LASIK AND ASA UNDERSTANDING THE DIFFERENCES

LASIK comprises three stages, detailed to the

left. The entire process takes approximately

10 minutes per eye. Most people get back to

their normal routine quickly; some even return

to work the day after surgery.

At Sutton Linder & Sutton, you'll experience

a new level of safety, precision and

personalization with the remarkable

technology of wavefront-adjusted treatment

enhanced with all-laser iFS IntraLase®.

For the LASIK procedure, Drs. Sutton,

Linder, Sutton, and Rixen use the advanced

Allegretto Wave® laser. This laser incorporates

sophisticated Perfect Pulse Technology™

that scans the exact position of your eye

200 times each second. The laser's smart

energy control system precisely calibrates

the amount of laser energy that reaches your

eye to achieve a rounder, more natural shape.

These safeguards ensure greater accuracy

and better results.

A TYPICAL LASIK PROCEDURE

The laser smoothesthe cornea, allowing

you the achieve bettervision (10-20 sec.)

LASIK AND ASA UNDERSTANDING THE DIFFERENCES

A TYPICAL ASA PROCEDUREAdvanced Surface Ablation (ASA) is

the preferred method for correcting

nearsightedness, farsightedness and

astigmatism in individuals with thin corneas

and certain other eye characteristics.

ASA carries a lower risk of severe

complication than LASIK. However, ASA

requires a longer healing process and is

more likely to cause discomfort or irritation in

the two to three days following surgery.

As you can see, the differences between

LASIK and ASA are relatively minor. The

fundamental purpose of each procedure - to

improve your visual acuity by reshaping the

cornea - is the same. The final outcome of

ASA has been proven as good as LASIK.

Like LASIK, ASA is performed on an

outpatient basis. The actual treatment time

for each eye is very brief, lasting no more

than a few minutes.

A thin epithelial layer is removed

The laser smoothes the cornea, allowing you to

achieve better vision(10-20 sec.)

The epithelial layer begins healing within

the first week

PERSONALIZED LASIKwith Allegretto Wave

Eyes are like fingerprints; no two are

alike, and our surgeons believe your

treatment should reflect that. That’s

why they offer personalized LASIK

with the Allegretto Wave® laser

— technology that allows them to

treat your eyes with unprecedented

levels of precision, often leading

to better vision than you had with

glasses or contact lenses.

Traditional LASIK can provide

excellent results in correcting a

wide range of vision problems.

Drs. Sutton, Linder, Sutton, and Rixen

are proud to offer all-laser LASIK

with the Allegretto Wave® Laser and

the iFS™ Advanced Femtosecond

Laser. Together, they bring a new

level of safety and precision to laser

vision correction.

Allegretto Wave's revolutionary

approach to laser vision correction

blends the treatment zone with the

surrounding area of the cornea

more smoothly than other lasers,

minimizing side effects such as

glare, halos, and reduced night

vision.

In clinical trials, 93% of patients

treated with the Allegretto Wave had

vision measured at 20/20 or better

one year after the procedure.

ALL–LASER LASIK

Our safe, all-laser approach to LASIK, offers

the highest degree of predictability and

precision. The iFS™ Advanced Femtosecond

Laser provides a less invasive, computer-

controlled approach to creating the flap.

This technology utilizes the silent, computer-

guided precision of a laser delivering micron-

level accuracy more than 100 times greater

than that of a traditional microkeratome,

helping you achieve better results.

All-laser LASIK advantages include:

» Improved safety

» Improved night vision

» Reduced dry eye symptoms

The wavefront-adjusted Allegretto Wave

laser, enhanced with IntraLase, allows our

surgeons to develop a treatment plan that can

be customized to your eyes and your eyes

alone. The result is a more precise LASIK

procedure and crisper, clearer vision than

ever before.Matt ClampittLASIK Patient

Marc MunfordLASIK Patient

WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING

As a Pilot, contact lenses weren’t working with dust and pollen, and trifocals were definitely not an option for me. The first time I flew after having LASIK, I couldn’t believe it. It was like having high definition vision. My new vision gives me a higher level of confidence while I am flying over fields. I’m really glad I trusted my eyes to Dr. Sutton.

I truly believe LASIK eye surgeryhelped improve my volleyballcareer. After LASIK, I was able togo overseas and play professionalvolleyball!

We might be working on a car or we might be racing a car. The last thing

we want to worry about is glasses or contacts. We’re twins and we do

a lot of things together…including getting LASIK from Dr. Sutton.

Thanks Dr. Sutton!

Ray White, Agricultural Pilot

Jessica MacKichan & Jennifer AnkersonCar Enthusiasts

Dani Mancuso-Helu Former NU Volleyball Player

ABOUT THEIR LASIK SURGERY

I have a really busy lifestyle, I’m always moving within my job so contacts and glasses held me back and slowed me down. Dr. Rixen could really explain to me what I was going to experience because he’s been a LASIK patient too. I cannot believe how LASIK has changed the quality of my life.

After years of dealing with glasses it was time for LASIK. Running a farm can be demanding, but now I don’t have to worry about keeping up with my glasses. Dr. Linder was friendly, knowledgeable, and he gave me a lot of confidence.

My contact lenses were a real hassle when I was out with the buffalo. Working on the ranch

really keeps me busy, now I don’t have to worry about the hassles of contact lenses. Dr. Sutton and his staff treated me more like a family

member than a patient, and I knew I had found the right place.

Rachel Erickson, Fitness Teacher

Russell Hinds, Farmer

Dathan Peters, Buffalo Rancher

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSQ: Does LASIK hurt?A: No. Numbing drops are applied to the eye, which allows LASIK to be performed without pain; however you may feel some pressure. The eye may be a bit scratchy after the procedure.

Q: How long does the procedure take?A: After check-in and pre-operative preparations, LASIK with IntraLase® may take about 2 hours. However, the actual procedure only takes a few minutes.

Q: What are my restrictions after LASIK?A: In order for the eye to heal properly, there may be restrictions with exercise, swimming,flyingoruseofmakeup.Mostpeoplecanreturntoworktheday aftertheprocedure.Aneyeshieldmaybeusedforthefirstfewdaysatnight time.Mostotheractivitiesmayresumesoonaftertheprocedure.

Q: Will I have to wear glasses after LASIK?A: This will depend on several factors, including your degree of refractive error and your visual needs. However, LASIK does not eliminate the need for reading glasses as you age.

Q: How safe is LASIK?A: There is less than a 1% chance of serious complications. According to a 2008 USA Eyes survey, 99% of American LASIK patients report that their quality of life is as good as, or much better than expected after their vision correction surgery.

Q: How affordable is LASIK?A: LASIK is very affordable, especially when you consider lifelong costs of glasses and contacts. Your time is also valuable – just think of how much timeisspenttakingcareofglassesandcontacts!Wedoofferfinancing optionsforourpatientsandyoucanalsousehealthcareflexiblespending account funds on your LASIK procedure. The most common thing we hear from our patients after LASIK is “I wish I had done it sooner!”

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