The LASIK procedure also uses the excimer laser to reshape the cornea, but this is done under a thin corneal flap, which preservers the surface epithelial cells. Rather than scraping away the ...

Ease of surgical performance, high patient satisfaction, minimal complications and surgeon comfort — These are the leading reasons that LASIK, photorefractive keratectomy and laser epithelial ...

LONDON – PRK and LASIK outcomes were predictable, safe and stable in a large series of patients followed for 10 years, according to a speaker here. At the European Society of Cataract and Refractive ...

TAMPA BAY, FL--(Marketwired - May 28, 2015) - Advances in the field of ophthalmology and vision care over the last several years have changed the way millions of people see. Laser vision correction ...

As eye surgeons have mastered the ability to correct vision with excimer laser technology, LASIK surgery has surged in popularity. It's no wonder—the procedure is safe and effective for people who are ...

PRK, or photorefractive keratectomy, is LASIK's tough older brother and the very first laser eye surgery performed. The technology used in both PRK and LASIK procedures, the excimer laser, was created ...

Most people opt for eye correction surgery in summer as the weather is warm and includes vacation as well. The two main laser eye surgery options are LASIK and PRK. Although the results of the two ...

BOSTON, MA--(Marketwired - Jul 22, 2015) - Laser vision correction has helped many people reduce, and even eliminate, the need for eyeglasses and contact lenses. Designed to improve visual refractive ...