LASIK Facts

Many of my friends has undergone LASIK and have raved how it can help us achieve 20/20 vision. However, not many of us have heard of this term Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK). PRK is also a very well-practiced laser eye procedure and has been around for at least 2 decades.

With that mind, we will examine PRK vs LASIK. What are the similiarities and the differences. At the end, you will have to know how to determine the best procedure for you. This reading will equip you with the right picture so that you can consult the eye doctor .

The similarities between PRK and LASIK: 1) Pain is not evident over the entire surgery 2) Both require medication for the eyes for a few days after the operation 3) Both need a few weeks to months of recovery from the procedure 4) Both are effective to treat short-sightedness as well as hyperopia

In fact, both processes have essentially the identitial results in achieving the 20/20 eyesight. Many people have experience good vision with either PRK or LASIK.

{However, The interesting thing is that} both have unique methodology, but achieves the identital results.

Now here are some differences: 1) Patients with certain corneal conditions or corneal scars have to consider PRK, not LASIK 2) You need to wear a lens “bandage” for a few days 3) LASIK has one more step which requires the creation of a flap 4) PRK does not create a flap, but accesses the cornea’s inner layers by removing the thin outer layer of the cornea 5) LASIK tends heal faster than PRK

As you can see, there are some differences but in general both approach are safe. To determine which is more suitable for yourself, you have to seek advice from a reputable LASIK doctor who can examine your eyes to determine what is suitable for you. With this article as your knowledge, you should be able to speak with a LASIK doctor with more confident.

Keep this in mind, it is your right to know and understand the procedures before you pay them for the operation.

To conclude, when we compare PRK and LASIK, they have their advantages and each of them are created for different reasons. As a consumer, we now have a choice to look at. So when you visit a LASIK surgeon, do ask him for a recommendation between PRK and LASIK

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