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Title: How does Lasik Work (1)


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How does Lasik Work? 
  • LASIK or Laser-assisted in-situ Keratomileusis is
    the most common treatment used for performing a
    laser eye surgery for treating nearsightedness,
    farsightedness and astigmatism. Typically, a
    painless procedure, it is used to change the
    shape of the dome-shaped clear tissue at the
    front of the eye (cornea) to improve vision.

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How Does Lasik Work?
  • The following are the steps followed in a general
    LASIK process to correct vision.
  • Step 1
  • The first step of the LASIK surgery is creating a
    corneal flap. It preserves the outer epithelial
    skin layer with a machine called a microkeratome,
    allowing the patient to see clearly the next day.
    This step takes around 10-20 seconds.
  • Step 2
  • After creating a flap, it is raised to uncover
    the underlying inner cornea laser to which the
    laser is applied. With the help of the laser, the
    shape of the cornea is changed completely. In
    eyes with normal vision, the cornea refracts
    light precisely onto the retina at the back of
    the eye. But with myopia, hyperopia or
    astigmatism, the light is bent incorrectly,
    resulting in blurred vision.

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  • Step 3
  • The next step is to adjust the corneas curvature
    and ultimately, it helps in improving the eyes
    ability to create
  • a better focus, and many patients are able to see
    clearly without contact lenses or eyeglasses.
  • Step 4
  • This is the end of the procedure, and the corneal
    flap is restored in its normal position over the
    new corneal
  • curvature and allowed to heal on its own.
  • Now that you know how the process works, here are
    the things you can expect prior to, during, and
    after a
  • LASIK surgery.
  • Before
  • When a patient visits a doctor for LASIK
    operation, a thorough eye exam is performed
    before the surgery to
  • ensure youre ready for the vision correction. In
    the exam, the eyes are checked to make sure
    theres no risk of
  • dry eyes.
  • If youre ready for the surgery, the doctor may
    recommend avoiding a few things such as not
    wearing contact
  • lenses for at least two weeks, etc.

4
During the Surgery
  • Though the process for the LASIK surgery may vary
    according to the condition of your eyes, and
    every surgeon may have a unique way to perform
    it, here is what you can expect during a general
    LASIK procedure.
  • Application of numbing eye drops to keep you
    free from any type of discomfort during the
    surgery.
  • Depending upon your case, the surgeon might
    also give some medication.
  • To prevent the movement of the eyes or loss of
    contact that could have an impact on the
    corneals flap quality, a suction ring is applied
    to the eyes front.
  • After creating the corneal flap, the doctor
    adjusts the excimer laser.
  • Youll hear a steady clicking sound and feel a
    little pressure on the eye as the laser light
    pulses painlessly reshape the cornea.
  • This takes only a few minutes.

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After the LASIK Surgery
  • Immediately after the process is done, you
    might feel a bit itching or burning in the eyes.
  • Someone can drive you home, as it is not
    recommended to drive after LASIK until the eyes
    are healed.
  • While some doctors allow you to resume your
    normal routine from the next day, a few of them
    suggest resting for a couple of days.
  • Most of the people resume their daily life
    within 2 -3 days.
  • Its advised not to rub your eyes, and follow
    the prescribed medication if any.

6
Benefits of LASIK
  • Now that you know how does LASIK work, lets have
    a look at its various benefits.
  • High Accuracy
  • 20/20 vision possible.
  • Very less discomfort.
  • Approved and trusted process.

7
Who Shouldnt Go for LASIK?
  • While anyone can go for LASIK surgery, its not
    recommended for the following people
  • Patients whose cornea is thin.
  • People who have an irregularly shaped cornea.
  • Cataracts, glaucoma, age-related eyesight
    issues, etc.
  • If you want to get a LASIK surgery done or
    consult experts for the same, feel free to call
    at (212)
  • 759-9617 today to book an appointment!

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If you would like to book an appointment or need
consultation related LASIK eye procedure, call
Columbus Lasik Vision at 1-866-600-3937
  • Please visit https//www.columbuslasikvision.com/
    for more details.
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