Advanced surface ablation photorefractive keratectomy (sometimes just called "PRK surgery") is similar to LASIK surgery, except that no flap is created on the surface of your eye. Advanced surface ...

Carrot LASIK & Eye Center has released a detailed and timely article aimed at helping patients prepare for PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy) surgery—a proven and effective laser vision correction ...

During the LASIK procedure, patients might experience a sensation of pressure during certain steps, but patients rarely describe it as painful. Typically, there is little or no discomfort following ...

Bernard Mendez considers himself a careful man who avoids undue risks. He nonetheless allowed a doctor last month to scrape off part of his right eyeball’s outer covering with a small metal spatula ...

Jan. 13, 2004 -- There is no significant difference in outcomes between laser subepithelial keratomileusis (LASEK) and photorefractive keratotomy (PRK), according to the results of a randomized trial ...

Comparison of Surface Laser Ablation & Laser-assisted in situ Keratomileusis (LASIK) The excimer laser used for corneal refractive surgery uses argon fluoride gas to produce 193-nm wavelength (UV-C) ...

Eye alignment is a serious concern when performing corneal surface ablation. Although several excimer lasers monitor horizontal and vertical movements, little is known about the potential impact of ...