Types of laser corneal surgery

Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK)

The technique combines the use of a surgical blade and the Excimer Laser to remove tissue from the surface of the cornea to correct a refractive problem. Removal of tissue is precise and does not weaken the cornea.

Laser Assisted In-situ Keratomileusis (LASIK)

LASIK combines the older method of splitting the cornea
with a blade called a microkeratome to form a flap. The inside of the cornea is then treated with the Excimer Laser. This type of surgery is promoted for rapid healing and vision recovery but is more difficult
to perform and carries increased risk due to its invasive nature.

'No Touch'™ Laser Vision Correction

This technique evolved from PRK. It also treats the surface of the cornea but unlike other techniques, requires no assistance from manual surgical instruments. It is the only technique to use exclusively the Excimer Laser from start to finish. More about 'No Touch'™ »

Laser Epithelial Keratomileuesis (LASEK)

Yet another form of surface treatment, the outer tissue cells are folded back, a traditional PRK is performed after which the outer flap is repositioned over the treatment
bed.

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