LASIK & LASEK

There are many options when it comes to laser eye surgery, including LASIK and LASEK procedures. Both LASIK and LASEK procedures reshape the cornea to correct its shape, which in turn solves your vision. The two are generally considered as effective for people with astigmatism, myopia, hyperopia and presbyopia. While they may sound alike, and can perform essentially the same goals, but these procedures vary significantly.

LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis)

LASIK surgery creates a flap in the cornea of ​​the eye. By laser pulses focused on the stroma (the inner part of the cornea), change it. The rear flap in place and the healing takes place during the few days of little or no pain, in many cases. LASIK is ideal for candidates who have a lot of pre-existing corneal tissue and eye infections, injuries, or autoimmune diseases. It 'very effective for the production of 20/20 or better, and has a much simpler compared to Lasek surgery, in most cases.

LASEK (Laser-Assisted SubEpithelial Keratectomy)

LASEK surgery reshape the cornea without creating a flap. This procedure avoids deeper cuts in conventional LASIK. This means that LASEK is better for people who are poor LASIK candidates because of corneal tissue or other minor problems cornea. It also avoids flap-related complications, lowers the risk of dry eye conditions of post-operative corneal tissue and changes much less compared to LASIK. The recovery time is longer with LASEK, a small price to pay for increased security.

Important Differences Between LASIK and LASEK

Lasek surgery usually requires prolonged recovery time compared to LASIK surgery. Recovery can be painful after surgery. When people have a thin cornea, however, can produce results not ideal LASIK, LASEK so often presented as a superior alternative. Only a doctor can help determine which laser vision correction procedure is best for you. The most important factor is the right surgeon, who has conducted thousands of surgeries for several years, both to ensure desirable results.

Stop for a consultation

Eye Center 5th Avenue, we encourage those interested in LASIK and LASEK in New York to establish a consultation with a reputable surgeon, Dr. Ilan Cohen. Dr. Cohen will explain your options to you in a. Comprehensive and easy to understand so you can make an informed decision about your eye health Although some doctors promote LASIK or LASEK for you or for financial gain, which let you make your own decisions based on their needs alone. We will not try to sell more expensive procedures that are unnecessary and not recommended LASIK or LASEK as we deem appropriate in your particular case. We also offer other options for laser if deemed beneficial in your particular case