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They all treat refractive vision errors, so which one is right for you? LASIK stands for laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis. According to the Mayo Clinic, the first step in any laser vision correction is to access the cornea.
With traditional LASIK a thin flap is created with an instrument called a microkeratome, which is a blade that goes across the cornea to create a thin flap. The surgeon lifts the flap, reshapes the cornea to improve vision, and then replaces the flap. During this procedure, the flap is created with a special laser and, as with traditional LASIK, the flap is lifted and the cornea is reshaped with the Eximer Laser. PRK stands for photorefractive keratectomy. According to EyeSmart, in PRK, the surgeon removes the epithelium, or protective layer of of the cornea, instead of creating a flap to access the cornea in order to perform the vision correction portion of the procedure.
Because of this, PRK can be a good choice for patients with thin corneas or who suffer from chronic dry eye. LASEK stands for laser epithelial keratomileusis. The basic technique is the same as PRK. Our Doctors have performed thousands of corrective vision surgeries in Rogers, and can recommend the type of surgery and treatment protocol that is best for your individual situation.
Call LASEK and PRK are both refractive eye surgeries that can be used to correct the following vision issues: Myopia nearsightedness Hyperopia farsightedness Astigmatism distorted or blurry vision Both procedures use an excimer laser to reshape the cornea so that when light enters the eye it is focusing properly on the retina, resulting in clear vision. Please Share This. All Rights Reserved.
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