Laser Eye Surgery Hub

  The choice of the best technology for laser eye surgery often depends on the specific needs and characteristics of the individual undergoing the procedure. Several advanced technologies are commonly used, and the best one may vary based on factors like the patient's prescription, corneal thickness, and overall eye health. Some notable technologies include: Femtosecond Laser Technology This technology is often used in LASIK procedures for creating corneal flaps with high precision, improving the safety and accuracy of the surgery. Wavefront-guided LASIK (Custom LASIK) This technology creates a customised treatment plan based on the unique imperfections in an individual's eyes, aiming to provide a more personalised and enhanced outcome. Excimer Laser Systems These lasers are fundamental in reshaping the cornea during procedures like LASIK, PRK, and LASEK. Advanced excimer lasers offer greater precision and efficiency. SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction) This is a flaple

  Laser eye surgery, also known as refractive or laser surgery, is a medical procedure that uses laser technology to reshape the cornea of the eye, with the aim of correcting common vision problems such as nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism. The cornea, the clear front part of the eye, plays a crucial role in focusing light onto the retina, allowing us to see clearly. During laser eye surgery, a laser precisely sculpts the corneal tissue, altering its shape to improve the eye's ability to focus light accurately. There are different types of laser eye surgeries , with LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) being one of the most common. In LASIK, a thin flap is created on the cornea, and the underlying tissue is reshaped with a laser. The flap is then repositioned, allowing for a relatively quick recovery. Other procedures include PRK ( Photorefractive Keratectomy ) and LASEK (Laser Epithelial Keratomileusis), which also involve reshaping the