Category: LASIK Surgery

LASIK surgery is a relatively safe procedure. However, just like any other medical process, it comes with its own set of risks and complications. But the good news comes as these risks can be diminished if you find a good eye surgeon who has years of experience and expertise in their respective field.  But the […]

LASIK surgery is a powerful method of improving both your vision and your overall quality of life. While most everyone knows this, what you may not know is that both you and your surgeon need to be cognizant of the long term results of your operation. There is no such thing as a "set and […]

The LASIK Conventions LASIK surgery in Houston or elsewhere is a procedure that can be performed in a number of different forms. While each of these forms has its individual merits, many people become easily confused by the sheer number of ways that the surgeon can perform the surgery. One option you have as you […]

LASIK is considered one of the greatest inventions of modern medicine. It can improve vision for nearsighted, farsighted, and astigmatic individuals and reduce their dependence on glasses and contact lenses. However, myths and misinformation about laser eye surgery abound and prevent people from taking advantage of the many benefits the surgery has to offer. Let’s […]

LASIK surgery is becoming a popular option for vision correction since its safety is well noted and its side effects are generally few, but some people are still on the fence about the procedure. With some people, the notion of having a laser move towards their eye is a scary prospect, and for good reason. […]

LASIK may inspire fear in some people, but this fear is totally unwarranted in the modern age. While there may have been problems in the past that could have presented some kind of danger, nowadays this is a complete misnomer that should inspire fear in no one. In fact, with LASIK you may actually be […]

Excimer laser refractive surgery has evolved into a comprehensive technique. Early practitioners used PRK, but LASIK supplanted this technique, but concerns were raised about post-operative keratectasia. Over the past few years, surface ablation has invoked interest with its LASEK and epi-LASIK techniques. In the former technique, the epithelium is lifted using mechanical equipment sans adjunctive […]

During a laser eye surgery consultation, an eye doctor from a premier eye clinic such as Sugarland Eye & Laser Center in Houston, conducts and eye evaluation. The doctor will assess if the eyes can be treated with LASIK surgery. After a discussion and an examination that is non-invasive, the doctor will make an evaluation. […]

In LASEK surgery a hinged flap is created in the epithelial and in LASIK surgery a corneal flap is created. The former type of flap is much thinner. For a naturally thin cornea, the former treatment is recommended. For thinner corneal walls, LASIK has not been recommended. LASEK receives the recommendation instead given that this […]

LASEK eye surgery is closely related to PRK surgery. This surgery has been used to treat myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism. LASEK selectively combines some techniques of PRK and LASIK. PRK and LASEK have become highly recommended options for people who are not eligible for LASIK surgery. Similar to the other types of refractive laser eye […]