LASIK 101: How LASIK works

LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) is a revolutionary and extremely effective vision correction procedure. A type of refractive surgery, LASIK works to correct a variety of vision problems (Nearsightedness, Farsightedness and Astigmatism) by changing the way light is bent as it enters and travels through the eye. During this 15 minute outpatient procedure, a thin flap of the cornea is lifted, and then the underlying cornea is reshaped using invisible pulses of Laser light energy.

When the Laser corneal reshaping is complete, the surgeon lays the corneal flap back down into its original position. It self adheres with no need for stitches. You go home to relax and nap for several hours. Your eyes will heal on their own with the help of prescription eye drops. Most patients get 90% vision correction overnight and can return to work the very next day. Full healing and vision correction takes approximately 2-3 weeks. It is common that patients are asked by the doctor to use artificial tears to wet the front surface of their eyes for approximately 30 days.

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LASIK Eye Surgery has been a blessing. I can now see 20/20! It is easy taking vision for granted, especially at night when road signs come in clear.

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