Types of Laser Eye Surgery

Types Of Laser Eye Surgery Laser Eye Surgery, also called laser refractive surgery, changes the shape of an eye to help improve vision as an alternative to wear glasses or contact lenses. PRK is now mainly used for correcting low prescriptions. The cornea is reshaped by the excimer laser without a flap of tissue being LASIK (laser in situ keratomileusis) cut. PRK (photorefractive keratectomy) Long-sightedness and short-sightedness can both be corrected with LASIK, but it may not be suitable for correcting high prescriptions. E F P DHTY OPSwA LASEK (laser epithelial keratomileusis) LASEK is similar to PRK but the surface layer (epithelium) of the cornea is retained as a flap. Retaining the epithelium is thought to prevent complications and speed up healing. Designed & Developed By : Retinasurgeon.uk.com