With the advent of custom, wavefront-guided surgery; it has become even more important to minimize distortions in the cornea to optimize the quality of vision. As a result, some leading ophthalmologists are no longer making corneal flaps to perform refractive surgery.
LASEK is a hybrid of FDA approved PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy) and LASIK (Laser Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis). In this procedure, the surface of the cornea is peeled back, the laser is applied, and the surface layer is then replaced into position.
If you are investigating the possibility of refractive surgery for yourself, one of the most important things you should do is undergo a very careful and comprehensive eye exam with the doctor you are considering for your procedure.
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