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What happens during LASIK?

April 26, 2017happens Lasik

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What happens during LASIK?

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When the numbing drops have been given an appropriate amount of time and Dr. Clement is ready for you, you will be escorted to the laser surgical suite. You will lie on the table with the laser above your eye. Your eye will be immobilized, and Dr. Clement will begin the procedure by using a special instrument called a microkeratome to create a very small flap out of corneal tissue. The flap is left attached on one side and folded back. Dr. Clement then uses the excimer laser, which has been preprogrammed with measurements obtained during your examination, to remove microscopic amounts of corneal tissue and thus, cause the cornea to flatten. Dr. Clement then replaces the flap into its natural position where it re-attaches to the eye without the need for sutures. You procedure is now complete, and you will then be escorted out of the surgical suite. You will be asked to remain with us for 15-20 minutes, and then you may leave.