| In the time it takes to browse this web page, the LASIK eye surgery procedure can sharpen your eyesight with microscopic precision. The amazing Thin Flap LASIK eye surgery procedure is incredibly quick and remarkably effective. Please choose from the following to learn more. About Thin Flap LASIK
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About Thin Flap LASIK LASIK is a safe and effective laser surgery that can correct most cases of imperfect vision due to nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism. LASIK treats these refractive errors by reshaping the corneal curvature. The entire LASIK procedure will take less than 20 minutes. Once your eye is completely numb, a flap is created, gently lifted, and folded back. Utilizing the excimer laser, your surgeon will remove the exact amount of tissue needed to reshape the cornea and improve your vision. The corneal flap is then placed back into its original position and requires no stitches or patches. There is no discomfort or pain during the procedure. top...
The Benefits Thin Flap LASIK gives all of the vision benefits of traditional Thin Flap LASIK with greater flap stability and a lower risk of post operative dry eyes. top...
Laser The surgeons at The Eye Center have selected the Star S4 Excimer Laser with Iris Recognition and Customvue Technology for it first class safety profile and exceptional results. Customvue takes a precise picture of every detail of your eye’s shape, and thus our surgeons are able to provide an outcome that is truly customized to your specific visual needs. top...
Advantages In comparison with traditional LASIK, a Thin Flap procedure offers a faster recovery time, fewer complications, and a higher level of safety. Thinner flaps provide a much more stable foundation than a traditional flap. This greatly reduces the risk of complications such as thinning and dry eye. Most patients say they have no pain with Thin Flap LASIK, and most can return to work in a few days. Thin Flap LASIK can provide good vision almost immediately with minimal downtime. top...
Results & Candidacy The ideal Thin Flap LASIK candidate is 21 years of age or over. Patients should not have had a significant change in their prescription in the last 12 months. Patients with certain medical conditions may not be good candidates for LASIK. Conditions treatable by Thin Flap LASIK include: • Myopia, or nearsightedness with or without astigmatism
• Hyperopia, or farsightedness with or without astigmatism
• Those over or under corrected after other refractive surgery or cataract surgery To schedule a consultation to see if Thin Flap LASIK is right for you, please contact our Refractive Surgery Coordinator Kim at 803-256-0641. top... |