As of 2021, there are several different types of laser eye surgeries that are available to remove glass power like LASIK, PRK, SMILE and PHAKIC IOL
LASIK surgery procedure with doctors
Back before 1995 when lasers and other techniques to remove glasses were not approved, one was left with no option but to wear glasses to see clearly.
Over time doctors and scientists refined these procedures and now it is possible to get complete spectacle free vision within minutes. Laser vision correction or LASIK has become a standard of care and most commonly performed corrective eye surgery for people not wanting to wear glasses.
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As of 2021, there are several different types of laser eye surgeries that are available to remove glass power like LASIK, PRK, SMILE and PHAKIC IOL.
What is LASIK?
LASIK or Laser-Assisted In Situ
Keratomileusis is performed on the cornea (Front clear portion of the eye) so that light entering the eye can be focused on the retina. The procedure involves reshaping of the cornea & changing its focusing power to improve the vision.
Who all can do LASIK?
It can be performed once the refractive error is stable which is usually 18 years for girls and 21 years for boys. After conducting few routine tests doctor can discuss various treatment options suitable for you.
How much number can LASIK correct?
LASIK can correct number up to -14 and +6 diopters spherical and cylinder upto 6 diopters.
What is Blade Free LASIK?
There are 2 types of LASIK, Conventional and Femtosecond or Blade-free LASIK. In a conventional type the corneal flap is created with an automated microsurgical instrument called the micro-keratome. While in Femtosecond LASIK which
is 100% blade
free procedure uses fully automated laser technique to create the flap..
What do I expect on the day of LASIK?
LASIK is an out patient procedure, where hospitalization is not required, no injection is needed and it is completely painless procedure. It takes less than 10 seconds to remove 1 diopter of number. Total time for the procedure is less than 3-4 minutes pereye.
When can I resume work post LASIK?
Most people are comfortable to join work within 1-2 days after LASIK surgery.
Are there any side effects of LASIK?
LASIK is a time-tested technology, side effects include dry eyes, glare and haloes, which with time subsides within few months after the surgery.
What are other options available to remove glasses?
Other options include PRK (PhotoRefractive Keratectomy) and SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction).
What if my glass power is beyond 14 Diopter?
With this new technology called phakic intraocular lens, glass power as high as upto -30 diopter can also be removed within minutes. It is reserved for people who’s number cannot be corrected by LASIK, PRK or SMILE. In this technique a customised lens is implanted into the eye for correcting the vision without taking out the natural lens.
Contact details:
Agrawal Eye Hospital and Sanjeevani LASIK Centre
1st floor, Maharaja Apt, SV Road, Malad West, Mumbai 4000064.
Tel: 7400031050, 7400031060, 7700099842.
Sanjeevani Eye Hospital
1st floor, Vridavan bldg, Salasar CHS, Opp Maxus Mall, Bhayandar West, Thane 401101.
Tel: 9920789789, 9004672732
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