How does Laser eye surgery (LASIK) work?
The entire LASIK procedure takes about 20 minutes, and involves two surgical steps. First, a specially designed instrument is used to create a shallow cut in the front surface of the eye, creating a paper-thin flap which is folded back. The second step involves the use of a cool beam excimer laser to reshape the cornea, by removing microscopic layers of tissue, to the precise refractive level required. After the treatment is completed, the flap is carefully re-positioned to cover the newly contoured corneal tissue. The cornea has natural bonding qualities, and almost immediately the flap adheres to the underlying tissue, eliminating the need for sutures. The result is an almost immediate healing response, with the patient’s vision stabilising rapidly. What Is LASIK? Laser eye surgery is a procedure that has been used to correct vision over the past 15 years. Although it is a relatively common operation there are still misconceptions about who can be treated, the effectiveness of the pr
