Experience the CCRS Difference
in Los Angeles

Trust CCRS With Your Eyes

• Pioneer and Leader in Vision Correction

• EVO ICL: Voted Top ICL Surgeon in the Nation

• SMILE: First US Surgeon* Certified in SMILE

• LASIK: First Surgeon* to perform VisuMax Bladeless LASIK

Experience
Technology
Options
Satisfaction

Meet The Doctor.

Dr. Paul C. Lee Titles & Distinctions

– Voted Top ICL Surgeon in the Nation
– Second Surgeon to perform Toric (Astigmatism) ICL
– First U.S. Surgeon* certified in SMILE
– First U.S. Surgeon to perform SMILE with Astigmatism on the West Coast
– First U.S. Surgeon* to perform VisuMax Bladeless LASIK
– Alcon Centurion Surgeon Award in LASIK
– Diplomat American Board of Ophthalmology
– Fellow, American Academy of Ophthalmology
– Member, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery

* Excludes investigative and FDA study-related surgeons.

Procedures

Bladeless Wavefront
LASIK

Small Incision Lenticule
Extraction (SMILE)

Implantable Collamer
Lens (EVO ICL)

Refractive Cataract
Surgery

Refractive Lens
Exchange (RLE)

Contoura
LASIK (T-CAT)

Photorefractive
Keratectomy (PRK)

Corneal Collagen
Cross-Linking (CXL)

Our Technology

VisuMax Femtosecond
Laser

WaveLight EX500
Excimer Laser

VARIO WaveLight
Topolyzer

Pentacam
Corneal Analyzer

Advanced Technology
Intraocular Lenses

$Optiwave Refractive Analysis System (ORA)$

Optiwave Refractive
Analysis System (ORA)

Optical Coherence
Tomography (OCT)

Konan Specular
Microscopy

LuxOR Revalia
Microscope

FAQ

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What distinguishes CCRS and Dr. Lee from other vision correction centers?

Since establishing CCRS in 2000, Dr. Paul C. Lee has dedicated himself to delivering customized eye care and vision correction at their finest. At CCRS, we feel that we can provide affordable, world-class eye care by eliminating inefficiencies and focusing on the essentials.

The four distinguishing features of CCRS are:

1) Latest technology: VisuMax-WaveLight EX500 Bladeless Wavefront LASIK, Topo-guided Custom Ablation Treatment (T-CAT) or Contoura LASIK, Small Incision Lenticule Extraction (SMILE), Implantable Collamer Lens (EVO ICL), Advanced Cataract and Refractive Lens Exchange Surgery, and Corneal Cross-linking are some of the cutting-edge technologies utilized offered at CCRS.

2) Expertise: Dr. Paul C. Lee is a pioneer and a leader in custom vision correction as evidenced by his experience, awards, and recognitions but, most importantly, by the outcome and patient testimonials.

3) Affordability: This stems from Dr. Paul C. Lee’s lifelong belief that the highest quality care should also be affordable and that the cost should not be the major factor in realizing one’s dream of a perfect vision.

4) Caring Staff: CCRS staff is dedicated and takes pride in offering the very best in eye care. They are compassionate and will go above and beyond to give our patients the best experience.

What is Dr. Lee's favorite vision correction (refractive) surgery?

Dr. Lee’s criteria for surgery include the condition of the eye, age, prescription, and consideration of future surgical options. Dr. Lee is a leading expert in all forms of vision surgery and performs them regularly, continuing to refine and offer the best in all surgical options. As such, Dr. Lee can focus on what is best for the patient, not limited by his preference nor availability.

What is the best age to undergo vision correction (refractive) surgery?

There is no perfect age for an elective eye surgery. Instead, it is more important to assess your visual needs and explore options with a long-term goal in mind. With current breakthroughs in technology, we can tailor our approach to one’s age and eye condition. In this way, we deliver life-changing procedures for those in their early 20’s to those young-at-hearts in their advanced years.

Come and see what is possible at CCRS.

What are the different types of vision correction (refractive) surgery?

Refractive surgery is divided into cornea-based procedures such as LASIK, SMILE, and PRK and lens-based procedures such as ICL, Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE), and Refractive Cataract Surgery. In cornea-based procedures, vision correction is achieved by reshaping the cornea with a laser; whereas in lens-based procedures, a corrective lens is inserted into the eye. In ICL, a collamer lens is added to the eye, and in RLE and Refractive Cataract Surgery, the natural lens is replaced with a corrective lens (usually a multifocal lens). Please visit our Procedures section for more detailed information.

Is SMILE better than LASIK?

While both LASIK and SMILE are corneal procedures, the distinguishing feature of SMILE is that it is flapless. Thus, there are no flap-related complications. Also, during SMILE, a much smaller incision is made leaving the cornea with greater biomechanical strength. However, if a revision is needed due to regression, LASIK offers a simpler enhancement solution.

Please visit our Procedures section under LASIK and SMILE for more information.

What is the best surgery for me?

LASIK for all is a concept of the past. We now have more suitable procedures for people with high correction, a thin cornea, dry eyes, those at risk for glare and halos, those with an increased risk of regression, those who have lost near vision through aging, and more. Through procedures such as Contoura LASIK, SMILE, EVO ICL, RLE, and Refractive Cataract Surgery, Dr. Lee can customize treatment for each patient given their age and unique eye condition.

At CCRS, patients undergo a thorough examination followed by a personalized consultation to find the most suitable surgery. Please visit our Procedures section to discover more about your options.

Is LASIK for a lifetime? Can my vision change after surgery?

There are two main reasons why vision may change after LASIK. First is the “healing or reparative process,” which can cause regression in vison. The second is the natural changes that occur with age.

This healing process is observed more with “subtraction” surgeries such as LASIK, SMILE, and PRK. In these procedures, the amount of corneal tissue removed, “subtraction,” is proportional to the degree of correction. Thus, patients with higher refractive error require a greater amount of tissue removal. This, in turn, elicits host reparative response and regression. For most patients, the regression can be addressed with touch-up or enhancement surgery.

Unlike subtraction surgeries, ICL is an “addition” surgery in which no tissue is removed from the eye. Vision correction occurs by placing a biocompatible contact in the eye. The lens can be removed or exchanged at a future date if needed. Thus, ICL is not associated with regression, and subsequent age-related vision change can be addressed more easily.

The eyes, like any other part of the body, change with age. The most significant change occurs in the natural crystalline lens. As the lens ages, it becomes more rigid and less transparent. This process can also lead to a change in prescription.

In procedures such as RLE and Refractive Cataract Surgery, Dr. Paul C. Lee replaces this aging natural lens with an Advanced Technology Intraocular Lens (ATIOL). These smart lenses restore clarity, correct refractive error (prescription), and allow older patients to see at both far and near.

Testimonials

Waking Up To A 20/20 Vision: Yesterday I had lasik done from Dr. Paul C. Lee and not even 24 hours I can see and drive with no glasses or contacts. Thank you Dr. Lee for your amazing work and your beautiful and lovely staff.

When it comes to lasik, THIS is the place you want to go. This office has the most advanced medical devices. They ran so many tests on my eyes prior to surgery and they explained everything to Me every step of the way. Day of surgery was quick and easy! After one day I was sure I had made the best decision with this doctor and office.

Most professional and aesthetically appealing office in west LA . I've brought three patients to this office , two had lasik procedure done here and the other was told he didn't need it!! I will keep referring friends and family.

They were so kind and professional. The office was calm and peaceful. The Dr. was very good and we never felt rushed. The nurses were very knowledgeable. They took real good care of my son. Thank You.

I did a lot of research and found CCRS, it's worth all the effort and money. Dr. Lee is calming and reassuring during the lasik, and attentive throughout the process, in addition to the given superb skills. The staff is equally amazing, they explained everything in detail, with patience and care. I'm very happy to have found them and highly recommend to anyone consider doing the procedure. After years of poor vision, now i can see perfectly!

Not only is my vision back to 20/20 thanks to Dr Lee's Lasik eye procedure, he also healed me of a very bad case of pink eye that got infected and spread to both eyes! Dr Lee saved my life lol 🙂

Words can’t even explain how grateful I am for coming across CCRS! I was very skeptical about lasik eye surgery, and I’m guessing anyone would be. I mean come on it’s our eye sight we’re talking about.....but man was that worry taken away when I met Dr.Paul C.Lee, and his amazing staff. I felt welcomed and at home from the get go! Not only did I receive a great price on my eye surgery, but I also got great results! I mean I feel like a new person! Thanks to CCRS my confidence is higher than ever before and vision feeling 20/20! Thank you CCRS y’all are awesome!!!!!

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