Lasik

Lasik / Refractive surgery is a specialized eye procedure designed to reshape the cornea—the clear, dome-shaped surface at the front of your eye—to correct common vision problems such as:

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• Myopia (nearsightedness): Difficulty seeing distant objects clearly

• Hyperopia (farsightedness): Trouble focusing on close-up tasks

• Astigmatism: Blurred vision caused by an irregularly shaped cornea

• Presbyopia. With the newly launched READ software launched by Wavelight, reading difficulty may be treatable in selective patients.

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Types of Refractive Surgery:

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• LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis): Uses a laser to reshape the cornea, offering quick results

• PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy): Reshapes the cornea without creating a flap

• StreamLight Laser: A precise and minimally invasive procedure that uses advanced laser technology to gently loosen the epithelial layer for effective vision correction

• Topoguided Laser: Customized treatment used when a patient has irregular astigmatism

• Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE): Replaces the natural lens with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL) for comprehensive correction

 

Benefits:

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• Achieve clearer, sharper vision

• Reduce or eliminate dependence on glasses or contacts

• Quick recovery with many seeing improvement within days to weeks

• Long-lasting results (though some may need enhancements)

 

Considerations & Risks:

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• Temporary or permanent dry eye

• Risk of infection

• Visual disturbances such as halos or glare

 

Consultation is essential! Talk to an eye care professional to determine if refractive surgery is right for you and understand the potential benefits and risks.