Laser Eye Surgery Procedures: PRK/LASEK vs LASIK Today, it can be easy to become overwhelmed by the apparent range of Laser Eye Surgery procedures available. As you research different clinics, you might think that each provider offers their own range of unique treatments – but this isn’t the case. Rather, different clinics tend to give the same treatment different names. In reality, though, there are only three main Laser Eye Surgery procedures: PRK/LASEK (the surface procedures), LASIK, and ReLEx SMILE….
Category: Lasik vs Lasek vs Smile
What to Expect Before, During, and After PRK
PRK is an alternative to the more common form of corrective eye surgery, LASIK. The recovery rate of PRK is 80% and the procedure is more invasive, so this form of surgery will not be elected by a surgeon without some medical reason….
Laser Eye Surgery: Why is SMILE Such a Good Option?
Why is SMILE Such a Good Option for Laser Eye Surgery? For a long time, LASIK was King when it came to Laser Eye Surgery – and in many ways it still is. But despite remaining the most common Laser Eye Surgery procedure around the world (including here in the UK), the latest innovation in Laser Eye Surgery is revolutionising the industry. So, why is ReLEx SMILE such as good option? Let’s find out! A Brief History of Laser Eye…
What to Expect Before, During and After ReLEx SMILE
ReLEX, otherwise known as Keyhole Lasik, is a recent breakthrough in vision corrective surgery. In fact, it’s so new that it is currently only available here at London Vision Clinic….
What to Expect: Before, During and After LASIK Surgery
LASIK is one form of corrective laser eye surgery. The procedure involves cutting a small flap of the cornea and laying it to the side in order to remove a small amount of the cornea with a laser. The flap is then set back in place and begins to immediately repair itself. …
LASIK: What are the Advantages Over Other Laser Eye Surgery Procedures?
There are essentially two groups of laser eye surgery treatments. The main difference between the groups is the healing time, the results themselves are pretty much the same three months down the line. Understand more about the advantages of LASIK treatment over the other laser eye surgery procedures….
Laser Eye Surgery Treatments: What Is LASEK? [VIDEO]
LASEK is a procedure very similar to PRK, it is a relatively new procedure and similar to LASIK, except with LASEK a corneal flap cut is from the protective tissue layer over the eye….
Laser Eye Surgery Treatments: What is PRK? [VIDEO]
PRK or photo-refractive keratectomy was the first vision correction procedure to use excimer lasers and grew out of the pioneering scalpel-based refractive surgery. The procedure is most suited to patients with unusually thin or flat corneas….
Laser Eye Surgery Treatments: What Is LASIK? [VIDEO]
LASIK stands for laser in situ keratomileusis and the concept was to basically make a shaving, a very thin shaving of the front part of the cornea, altering refractive properties and therefore enhancing vision. Learn more about how it works here……
How Does Aftercare Differ Between LASIK and PRK/LASEK? [VIDEO]
The main difference between LASIK and PRK or LASEK is in the healing time, so the post-operative instructions differ between LASIK and PRK / LASEK. Learn more about the aftercare from London Vision Clinic here……
