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A world-renowned leader in the LASIK industry, Dr. Lobanoff is recognized across the globe for his contribution to the advancements in Laser Vision Correction.
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lasik procedure
Dr. Lobanoff walks you through what to expect the day of your LASIK procedure. As one of the most experienced LASIK surgeon’s in the country, he will personally perform your LASIK procedure and be with you every step of the way.
lasik / VARIO TOPOLYZER USED TO PERFORM TYPOGRAPHY-GUIDED CONTOURA LASIK
Initial visit - free lasik exam visit (90 minutes)
STEP 1: LASIK CANDIDACY EXAM - (COMPLEMENTARY)
OVO uses advanced diagnostic equipment, such as the WaveLight Vario Topolyzer, more so than the “other” LASIK providers to determine if you’re a good candidate for LASIK.
lasik / ALCON EX 500 EXCIMER LASER (PATIENT VIEW)
day 1 - lasik procedure instructions
STEP 1: preoperative instructions - 60 min
Relaxing in your personal LASIK suite, you’ll be given valium and all of the instructions and support to assure you are comfortable and your procedure goes smoothly and comfortably.
STEP 2: lasik procedure- 10 min (actual procedure time - 2 min per eye)
Using the most advanced technology in the world, Dr. Lobanoff walks you through the procedure step-by-step along with his team of some of the most experienced ophthalmic assistants in the industry.
STEP 3: immediate recovery- 2-6 hrs
You will be instructed to go home and rest and sleep through any initial burning and discomfort.
lasik / postprocedure visits
day 2 - post procedure visits
STEP 1: days after procedure visit - 15-30 min
An initial check up by your OVO doctor. Most patients feel their vision is clear enough to drive themselves in and return to work.
STEP 2: lasik recovery instructions - 7 days
Avoid swimming, hot tubs, contact sports and eye make up for 1 week. All other normal activities can be resumed immediately.
STEP 3: lasik recovery - 3 weeks to 3 months
Ongoing postoperative care with an OVO expert will be done for you at no charge up to 12 months
STEP 4: routine eye care - every 12-24 months
It is highly encouraged to maintain the health of your precious eyes and new vision by continuing to have routine eye care. You may see one of our OVO doctors or visit your primary eye care doctor.
STEP 5: lifetime assurance- 12 months + beyond
An enhancement “touch up” will be performed for you at no charge in the event your vision shifts and is no longer clear.
your journey to clear vision begins with ovo lasik.
lasik / lasik procedure
lasik procedure
Dr. Lobanoff walks you through what to expect the day of your LASIK procedure. As one of the most experienced LASIK surgeon’s in the country, he will personally perform your LASIK procedure and be with you every step of the way.
lasik / VARIO TOPOLYZER USED TO PERFORM TYPOGRAPHY-GUIDED CONTOURA LASIK
Initial visit - free lasik exam visit (90 minutes)
STEP 1: LASIK CANDIDACY EXAM - (COMPLEMENTARY)
OVO uses advanced diagnostic equipment, such as the WaveLight Vario Topolyzer, more so than the “other” LASIK providers to determine if you’re a good candidate for LASIK, .
lasik / ALCON EX 500 EXCIMER LASER (PATIENT VIEW)
day 1 - lasik procedure instructions
STEP 1: preoperative instructions - 60 min
Relaxing in your personal LASIK suite, you’ll be given valium and all of the instructions and support to assure you are comfortable and your procedure goes smoothly and comfortably.
STEP 2: lasik procedure- 10 min (actual procedure time - 2 min per eye)
Using the most advanced technology in the world, Dr. Lobanoff walks you through the procedure step-by-step along with his team of some of the most experienced ophthalmic assistance in the industry.
STEP 3: immediate recovery- 2-6 hrs
You will be instructed to go home and rest and sleep through any initial burning and discomfort.
lasik / postprocedure visits
day 2 - post procedure visits
STEP 1: days after procedure visit - 15-30 min
An initial check up by your OVO doctor. Most patients feel their vision is clear enough to drive themselves in and return to work.
STEP 2: lasik recovery instructions - 7 days
Avoid swimming, hot tubs, contact sports and eye make up for 1 week. All other normal activities can be resumed immediately.
STEP 3: lasik recovery - 3 weeks to 3 months
Ongoing postoperative care with an OVO expert will be done for you at no charge up to 12 months
STEP 4: routine eye care - every 12-24 months
It is highly encouraged to maintain the health of your precious eyes and new vision by continuing to have routine eye care. You may see one of our OVO doctors or visit your primary eye care doctor.
STEP 5: lifetime assurance- 12 months + beyond
An enhancement “touch up” will be performed for you at no charge in the event your vision shifts and is no longer clear.
dr. lobanoff
answers commonly asked questions about LASIK
lasik / am i a candidate for lasik?
think you can't have lasik?
Dr. Lobanoff is referred patients from other surgeons across the country. Contact OVO today if you’ve been told you are not a candidate.
lasik / can lasik treat astigmatism?
can lasik treat astigmatism?
The short answer is, YES. Dr, Lobanoff invented a Technology called, “PHORCIDES”. That measures Over 22,000 points on the cornea compared to older technologies that only measure 14 points.
dr. lobanoff
answers commonly asked questions about LASIK
lasik / am i a candidate for lasik?
think you can't have lasik?
Dr. Lobanoff is referred patients from other surgeons across the country. Contact OVO today if you’ve been told you are not a candidate.
lasik / can lasik treat astigmatism?
can lasik treat astigmatism?
The short answer is, YES. Dr, Lobanoff invented a Technology called, “PHORCIDES”. That measures Over 22,000 points on the cornea compared to older technologies that only measure 14 points.
eye conditions
corrected by lasik
lasik / what is myopia?
myopia (nearsightedness)
An object falls short of focusing on the retina and appears blurry without the aid of glasses or contact lenses or having laser vision correction to reshape the front surface of the eye.
lasik / what is hyperopia?
hyperopia (farsightedness)
An object falls beyond focusing on the retina and appears blurry without the aid of glasses or contact lenses or having laser vision correction to reshape the front surface of the eye.
lasik / what is astigmatism?
astigmatism
An object splits focus due to an irregularly shaped cornea and appears blurry without the aid of glassesor contact lenses or having laser vision correction to reshape the front surface of the eye.
lasik / ovo corrected vision
Corrected vision
Objects are focused on the retina after front surface of the eye is reshaped using a cool-beam excimer laser. For best results, seek an experienced LASIK surgeon using the most advanced Topography-Guided Contoura technology.
EYE CONDITIONS
Corrected by Lasik
lasik / what is myopia?
myopia (nearsightedness)
An object falls short of focusing on the retina and appears blurry without the aid of glasses or contact lenses or having laser vision correction to reshape the front surface of the eye.
lasik / what is hyperopia?
hyperopia (farsightedness)
An object falls beyond focusing on the retina and appears blurry without the aid of glasses or contact lenses or having laser vision correction to reshape the front surface of the eye.
lasik / what is astigmatism?
astigmatism
An object splits focus due to an irregularly shaped cornea and appears blurry without the aid of glassesor contact lenses or having laser vision correction to reshape the front surface of the eye.
lasik / ovo corrected vision
Corrected vision
Objects are focused on the retina after front surface of the eye is reshaped using a cool-beam excimer laser. For best results, seek an experienced LASIK surgeon using the most advanced Topography-Guided Contoura technology.
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minnesota lasik
A world-renowned leader in the LASIK industry, Dr. Lobanoff is recognized across the globe for his contribution to the advancements in Laser Vision Correction.
Get lasik right here in minnesota by one of the most experienced
and respected lasik surgeons in the world
- One of the most experienced and respected LASIK surgeons in the country
- Developed Phorcides Analytic Software to improve the results of Alcon’s Contoura Topography-Guided LASIK
- World-renouned expert in the advancements of LASIK surgery with his very own Phorcides Software being used by surgeons in X other countries
- Trains, mentors, and lectures to other LASIK surgeons throughout the United States and across the globeMinnesota local dedicated to giving his patients the very best experience and LASIK results.
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surgeon experience
A world-renowned leader in the LASIK industry, Dr. Lobanoff is recognized across the globe for his contribution to the advancements in Laser Vision Correction.
Get lasik right here in minnesota by one of the most experienced
and respected lasik surgeons in the world
From the moment you meet Dr. Mark Lobanoff, you’ll know you’re in the best of hands for your Laser Vision Correction procedure (LASIK or PRK). He has committed his entire career to being amongst the most extensively trained and seasoned refractive surgeons in the world. Dr. Lobanoff’s dedication to his patients never ceases. He went on to partner with Alcon, the leading laser manufacturer, to develop Phorcides LASIK, which has revolutionized the ability to achieve the clearest vision for his patients. He now trains and mentors other refractive surgeons throughout the US and world-wide on this technology so they can achieve the same outstanding results for their patients.
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Superior technology
The technology advancement in LASIK you’ve been waiting for is here.
Get the most advanced technology in LASIK by the surgeon who developed it.
The most advanced form of LASIK in the world right now is known as Topography-Guided LASIK. Dr. Lobanoff founded the software, called Phorcides, that drives this technology. At OVO, you’ll have Topography-Guided LASIK performed by the founder of the software that delivers the best possible result in LASIK.
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best price
At OVO we don’t want price to stand in the way of you having the very best for your eyes.
Zero reasons for you to go elsewhere for your lasik procedure
OVO pricing includes your personalized procedure with Dr. Lobanoff, a world-renowned LASIK surgeon, the most advanced Wavefront-Guided Phorcides LASIK treatment, follow up care by industry-leading doctors and staff, and the OVO Lifetime Assurance, which includes optimal local support standing by you every step of the way for years to come. If you find a lower LASIK price somewhere else — we’ll match it and include all the benefits of OVO.
Being straightforward, honest and upfront about everything we do, our Clear LASIK pricing is no different. While many “LASIK shops” look attractive by advertising higher rack prices that can be deeply discounted, these ‘smoke and mirror’ tactics leave patients feeling confused and often paying more than LASIK at OVO.
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LIFETIME ASSURANCE
Your committed partner for the lifetime of your vision needs. Our dedication to your best vision throughout life doesn’t end with the immediate LASIK experience.
Your vision correction clinic for a lifetime
The OVO Lifetime Assurance means you have a committed partner in your quest for the very best vision throughout your lifetime. OVO will stand beside you if there are any changes in your vision after your LASIK procedure. If additional LASIK or PRK (two different types of Laser Vision Correction) can be performed, it will be done at no charge to you.
Because OVO does more than LASIK and PRK, we will extend this Lifetime Assurance into your later years as cataracts develop. It’s common to need Laser Vision Correction after cataract surgery, and this will be done for our ADVANCED LENS OVO patients as a courtesy in order to deliver the very best vision throughout your life.
* Former patients of North Suburban Eye Specialists and Whiting Clinic: Contact OVO directly for special support consideration.
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Dr. lobanoff shares his vision
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minnesota lasik
A world-renowned leader in the LASIK industry, Dr. Lobanoff is recognized across the globe for his contribution to the advancements in Laser Vision Correction.
Get lasik right here in minnesota by one of the most experienced and respected lasik surgeons in the world
- One of the most experienced and respected LASIK surgeons in the country
- Developed Phorcides Analytic Software to improve the results of Alcon’s Contoura Topography-Guided LASIK
- World-renouned expert in the advancements of LASIK surgery with his very own Phorcides Software being used by surgeons in X other countries
- Trains, mentors, and lectures to other LASIK surgeons throughout the United States and across the globeMinnesota local dedicated to giving his patients the very best experience and LASIK results.
Home / ovo superior technology
surgeon experience
A world-renowned leader in the LASIK industry, Dr. Lobanoff is recognized across the globe for his contribution to the advancements in Laser Vision Correction.
Get lasik right here in minnesota by one of the most experienced and respected lasik surgeons in the world
From the moment you meet Dr. Mark Lobanoff, you’ll know you’re in the best of hands for your Laser Vision Correction procedure (LASIK or PRK). He has committed his entire career to being amongst the most extensively trained and seasoned refractive surgeons in the world. Dr. Lobanoff’s dedication to his patients never ceases. He went on to partner with Alcon, the leading laser manufacturer, to develop Phorcides LASIK, which has revolutionized the ability to achieve the clearest vision for his patients. He now trains and mentors other refractive surgeons throughout the US and world-wide on this technology so they can achieve the same outstanding results for their patients.
Home / ovo superior technology
superior technology
The technology advancement in LASIK you’ve been waiting for is here.
GET THE MOST ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY IN LASIK BY THE SURGEON WHO DEVELOPED IT.
The most advanced form of LASIK in the world right now is known as Topography-Guided LASIK. Dr. Lobanoff founded the software, called Phorcides, that drives this technology. At OVO, you’ll have Topography-Guided LASIK performed by the founder of the software that delivers the best possible result in LASIK.
Home / ovo best price
ZERO REASONS FOR YOU TO GO ELSEWHERE FOR YOUR LASIK PROCEDURE
OVO pricing includes your personalized procedure with Dr. Lobanoff, a world-renowned LASIK surgeon, the most advanced Wavefront-Guided Phorcides LASIK treatment, follow up care by industry-leading doctors and staff, and the OVO Lifetime Assurance, which includes optimal local support standing by you every step of the way for years to come. If you find a lower LASIK price somewhere else — we’ll match it and include all the benefits of OVO.
Being straightforward, honest and upfront about everything we do, our Clear LASIK pricing is no different. While many “LASIK shops” look attractive by advertising higher rack prices that can be deeply discounted, these ‘smoke and mirror’ tactics leave patients feeling confused and often paying more than LASIK at OVO.
Home / ovo LIFETIME ASSURANCE
lifetime assurance
Your committed partner for the lifetime of your vision needs. Our dedication to your best vision throughout life doesn’t end with the immediate LASIK experience.
YOUR VISION CORRECTION CLINIC FOR A LIFETIME
The OVO Lifetime Assurance means you have a committed partner in your quest for the very best vision throughout your lifetime. OVO will stand beside you if there are any changes in your vision after your LASIK procedure. If additional LASIK or PRK (two different types of Laser Vision Correction) can be performed, it will be done at no charge to you.
Because OVO does more than LASIK and PRK, we will extend this Lifetime Assurance into your later years as cataracts develop. It’s common to need Laser Vision Correction after cataract surgery, and this will be done for our ADVANCED LENS OVO patients as a courtesy in order to deliver the very best vision throughout your life.
* Former patients of North Suburban Eye Specialists and Whiting Clinic: Contact OVO directly for special support consideration
ovo patient reviews
DIFFERENTIATE - COST / AFFORDABLE / FINANCE / ACCEPTS - HSA + FSA / OVO has the best LASIK price, guarantee and experience in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
MELLISA P. / Google Reviews
“I was referred to Dr. Lobanoff by another LASIK specialist who said he would be the best to handle my high correction. I’m so glad I was connected to him - Dr. Lobanoff was very informative, friendly, and made the whole process comfortable.“
