PRK
Like iLASIK, PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy) reshapes the cornea in order to improve vision deficits caused by myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism. During PRK, our surgeons use the Excimer Laser to gently reshape the cornea by removing cells from the surface of the cornea. One of the key differences between iLASIK and PRK is that during PRK, cells are removed directly from the corneal surface, rather than under the corneal flap created during iLASIK. For this reason, PRK is often more appropriate for people with large pupils or thin corneas.
What Can I Expect?
Your surgeon will supervise every aspect of your procedure. Prior to your procedure, he will review all your pre-surgical tests, take time to answer your questions, and make sure that you feel comfortable with the chosen procedure.
You will need someone to drive you home after your pre-surgical dilated eye exam and after your procedure.
