Laser Vision Correction
Laser Vision Correction also called Laser Refractive Procedures are used to correct refractive errors such as near-sightedness (myopia), far-sightedness (hyperopia), astigmatism and the need for reading glasses (presbyopia). They can eliminate an individual’s dependency on corrective lenses.
With our advanced Laser technology, patients undergo a faster, safer procedure with quick recovery. Get back to your normal activities just after one day. And get rid of your Prescription glasses!
Evaluation
We do a pre-operative LASIK evaluation and determine if a patient is a good candidate for LASIK refractive surgery. We conduct tests to screen the patient for dry eyes, pupil size, and take measurements.
- Corneal Topography
- Tear Film Assessment
- Lid and Systemic Disorders
Laser Procedures
We offer Laser Vision Treatment Procedures to correct refractive errors: Lasik, Lasek, Epi-Lasik and PRK. Patient can be relieved from wearing Prescription glasses after these procedures. They are all slightly different techniques and while none of them require an overnight hospital stay, their recovery times and the discomfort felt vary.
Lasik (Laser in Situ Keratomileusis)
Lasik is the most popular type of laser eye surgery. Our chief doctor does this procedure that reshapes the cornea using a special laser known as an excimer laser. Lasik has the shortest recovery time compared to Lasek and PRK.
Lasek (Laser Epithelial Keratomileusis)
Lasek is a slightly different procedure to Lasik, in that a flap is cut from the protective tissue over the eye and not in the cornea beneath. Though Lasek has a slightly longer recovery time than Lasik, it can be used on patients with unusually thin or flat corneas.
Epi-LASIK
Epi-LASIK is similar to LASIK and LASEK, is recommended for people who have thin corneas.
In epi-LASIK, the flap created on the cornea is thinner than a LASIK flap. Hence it is advantageous for patients with thinner corneas, with insufficient tissue for a good LASIK flap.
Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK)
PRK was the first corrective vision procedure to use excimer lasers. With PRK an outer layer of cells from the surface of the cornea are removed, instead of a corneal flap. This lengthens the recovery time and discomfort felt after the procedure.
Refractive Lens Exchange & Implantable Contact Lenses
Patients are also given the option of undergoing Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) procedures and Implantable Contact Lenses where Laser correction may not be possible. RLE is recommended for people above 40 years.
RLE is also a minimally invasive procedure where an Intraocular Lens (IOL) is implanted replacing the natural eye lens, providing a permanent solution for vision.
Implantable Contact Lens Surgery (ICL) is also a painless procedure. The lenses used here are similar to contact lenses and are placed inside the eyes. The lenses can neither be felt nor seen by the naked eye and don’t need any maintenance.
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