PRK
(Photo-Refractive Keratectomy)
PRK is a
surgical procedure in which the surgeon uses
a laser to remove micro-thin layers of
tissue from the cornea. The tissue is
removed in a controlled pattern programmed
into the computer by the surgeon.
LASIK
(Laser in-Situ Keratomileusis)
LASIK is a
combined microsurgical and excimer laser
procedure used to correct myopia
(nearsightedness), hyperopia
(farsightedness), and astigmatism. In LASIK,
a highly specialized instrument, the
microkeratome, is used to make a thin flap
in the cornea. The excimer laser is applied
beneath the corneal flap. The flap is then
replaced and allowed to heal. No stitches
are necessary.
MultiFocal
Lens Implants
Several
multifocal lens implants are now available
for use by surgeons in the US. These lenses
work in a fashion similar to a multifocal
lens in a pair of eyeglasses, in that they
contain regions or "zones" for distance
viewing, zones for intermediate viewing, and
zones for near viewing. These include the
ReStor lens (made by Alcon
Surgical), and the ReZoom.
Cataract
Surgery
Thanks to medical and surgical
advancements in recent years, cataract
surgery has become one of the most gentle
medical procedures performed today. The
restoration of precious eyesight is
accomplished every day at Eyes Over Texas
Eye Care Center through tiny incisions that
do not even require stitches.
Call Eyes Over Texas Eye Care Center at
281-398-0747 to schedule your consultation
today or use our convenient
online
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