04/19/2021 History The founders – Friedrich Hermann and Hermann Studer opened their first workshop in Berne, Switzerland, in 1858. The precision and reliability of their designs were soon acknowledged, and a working relationship with the University of Berne was formed. The company, now known as Haag-Streit, began supplying all of Switzerland with weather stations and,…

02/08/2021 Slit Lamp    A slit lamp is a device consisting of a high-intensity light source that can shine a thin beam of light into the patient’s eye. The lamp allows for examining the human eye’s anterior and posterior segments, including the eyelid, conjunctiva, sclera, natural crystalline lens, iris, and cornea. The slit-lamp examination provides a magnified…

01/08/2021 Uses and History For years Green lasers have been the surgeon’s favorite for retinal photocoagulation. We have seen advances in technology throughout our industry, making the lasers smaller, faster, easier to use, and more affordable. The photocoagulator has been a part of Ophthalmology since the 1950s. The xenon arc lamp photocoagulator produced a bright…

12/04/2020   Phacoemulsification: A Modern Approach to Cataract Surgery   What is Phacoemulsification? Phacoemulsification, or “phaco”, is a modern cataract removal procedure that helps restore clear vision. It uses ultrasound energy to break up and remove the clouded lens, which is then replaced with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). This technique is widely used because…

11/05/2020 How the YAG Laser has Changed Eye Care Laser technology has completely transformed the field of eye care, offering safe, precise, and non-invasive treatments for various conditions. Among the different types of lasers used in ophthalmology, the YAG laser is one of the most important. It helps restore vision, treat glaucoma, and eliminate floaters,…

10/08/2020 Zeiss Cirrus OCT Guide   What is the Zeiss Cirrus OCT? Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) is a non-invasive imaging technique used in ophthalmology to obtain high-resolution cross-sectional images of the retina and anterior segment. Zeiss Cirrus OCT functions like optical ultrasound, allowing eye care professionals to assess glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic macular edema, and…

07/02/2020 This month, Laser Locators will have its 16th anniversary, which we will celebrate as our “Sweet Sixteen.” Like any sweet sixteen, this celebration will look back at our growth and achievements over the past 16 years and also to our future. From humble beginnings, we have grown Laser Locators into an industry leader. Over…