What is IntraLASIK?
IntraLASIK, or bladeless LASIK surgery, uses laser energy to replace the microkeratome blade that is used in traditional LASIK surgery. While traditional LASIK surgery carries a minimal amount of risk, using IntraLASIK is an even safer alternative.
What is the newest eye surgery?
The Food and Drug Administration in September approved a new laser eye procedure known as Small Incision Lenticule Extraction, or SMILE. Noel’s doctor recommended giving it a try. The procedure employs a laser, similar to the one used in LASIK, to remove a small piece of the cornea to reshape the eye.
What is the newest LASIK technology?
The FDA approved SMILE, the latest advance in laser vision surgery, in 2016. It has been shown to be as effective and safe as LASIK, and it is currently available for the treatment of myopia and myopic astigmatism.
What is the difference between LASIK and Intralasik?
IntraLase versus Traditional LASIK IntraLase uses laser energy to replace the microkeratome blade traditionally used to create a thin flap in the clear front covering of the eye (cornea). During LASIK surgery, the corneal flap is lifted and the cornea is reshaped to achieve sharper focus.
How long does wavefront LASIK take to heal?
The LASIK Eye Surgery Recovery Process The immediate recovery period for LASIK generally lasts six to 12 hours, but it varies by patient, depending on several factors. Most patients see clearly within 24 hours after vision correction surgery, but others take two to five days to recover.
What can go wrong with LASIK?
July 27, 2018 — Dry eyes, glare, halos, and starbursts are all possible side effects of LASIK surgery. But some people may also get long-term complications like eye infections, vision loss, chronic pain, and detached retinas.
Which is best laser eye surgery?
LASIK is the best known and most commonly performed. Many articles, including this one, will use the term “LASIK” to refer to all types of laser eye surgery.