Lasek Surgery

However as compared to Lasik which cuts a deeper layer,with this technique the flap is cut from just the epithelial layer of the cornea (the first tissue layer) and not other tissue layers underneath.

The surgery is more suitable for patients with relatively thin or very flat corneas and low levels of eye prescription (<-2.00 myopia)

As with all surgery a pre-op consultation is required to ascertain the best surgery for the individual.

The cornea has an alcohol solution applied to help lift the epithelial flap which is then cut(a fine layer about 50 microns thick ) with a Trephine blade (ALSO CAN BE CUT WITH A LASER BUT AGAIN IT IS A SIMILAR PROCEDURE ) , but not completely removed and remains hinged on one side - allowing it to be replaced inthe same position. The surgeon raises the flap, and an excimer laser shapes the the cornea to the dimensions determined at the pre op consultation.

The eye surgeon replaces the epithelial corneal flap, within minutes, natural forces hold it in situ, and the surgery is finished.

The surgery as with LASIK takes approximately 15 mins each eye. However recovery normally takes a bit longer approximately one week and there is usually some discomfort for the next 48 hours.

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