Is LASEK eye surgery worth it?

Is LASEK eye surgery worth it?

The procedure allows the surgeon to remove less of the cornea, making it a good option for people who have thin corneas. For people at greater risk of eye injuries, LASEK does not have any significant advantages over LASIK .

Is LASEK better than LASIK?

LASEK stands for Laser Assisted Sub-Epithelial Keratectomy. LASEK is a better choice if you have a thin cornea or a medical condition that makes laser eye surgery more challenging to complete. During LASEK eye surgery, only one laser will be used to correct your vision— rather than the two that are used in LASIK.

What is the success rate from LASEK?

In general it is around 90% for LASEK. Vicky Roberts, an optometrist for Optegra, says the success rates for LASEK are dependent on how strong your prescription is, with the lower prescriptions having a much higher success rate. In general it is around 90% for LASEK.

Can you go blind from LASEK?

Total blindness – where you have no light perception – caused by laser eye surgery is extremely rare. The American Refractive Surgery Council states that no one has ever gone completely blind from laser eye surgery, with “inadequate aftercare” being the direct cause of any laser eye surgery-induced blindness.

Is LASEK better long term?

Even though they have a longer recovery period—surgeons will require the wearing of bandage contact lenses for up to five days after surgery—LASEK patients report better long-term vision results than people who have LASIK. LASEK also decreases the risks of infection and chances of developing corneal haze after surgery.

How painful is LASEK?

LASEK patients report some mild to moderate pain, usually in the form of a stinging sensation. However, this is usually very short lived and will soon decrease as the eye heals.

Is LASEK better long-term?

How long does LASEK last?

A recent study in the Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery of patient-reported data concluded quality-of-life and satisfaction rates remained high 5 years after LASIK.

Do celebrities do LASIK?

Even celebrities and professional athletes are getting LASIK eye surgery to improve their vision.

Can you watch TV after LASEK?

We call this the 24-hour no-screen period. However, as soon as the day after Laser Eye Surgery, patients can be back at work, using a computer, and enjoying their devices as normal — that includes watching TV.

Can I use my phone after LASEK?

As part of this rest, we recommend that you avoid looking at screens of any kind — TV, phone, computer or tablet — for 24 hours after LASIK. After this initial resting period, you can gradually ramp up your screen time over the next few days.

When can I run after LASEK?

If you have had LASEK or SMILE surgery, then you can return to playing badminton, basketball, cricket, football, skiing, snowboarding, squash and tennis after four weeks of recovery.