epi lasek

Anyone have Epi-Lasek and what do you think?

I am getting Epi-Lasek and want to know if anyone has had it and their experience. Why Epi-Lasek instead of Lasik? my vision is -2.25.

Trader, your should ask you eye doctor (ophthalmologist) and s(he) should best answer your valid questions about these procedures. LASEK (laser epithelial keratomileusis) is a laser refractive procedure to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. LASEK is sometimes referred to as “Epi-LASEK.” It involves removing the top layer of the cornea as a flap-like sheet before re-sculpting the cornea with the excimer laser. The epithelial sheet is then replaced on the surface of the eye and a soft contact lens is inserted for a few days following the surgery.

What is the difference betweenlasikK and LASEK?
In the LASIK procedure, an instrument called a microkeratome is used to create a protective flap of tissue. LASEK also involves the creation of a protective epithelial flap, but there is no microkeratome used. Instead, the tissue is loosened with a medical solution and then is carefully moved to the side for the laser portion of the procedure. After the laser procedure, the tissue is then repositioned and healing begins.

Why would you have LASEK over LASIK? LASEK is a great option for patients previously turned down for LASIK because of thin or unusually shaped corneas. It is also a nice option for those patients who are uncomfortable with the microkeratome.

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