Should I Get Laser Eye Surgery?
Laser eye surgery is a highly sought-after treatment for refractive errors, but the procedure may not be for everybody. Certain factors may prevent you from having laser eye surgery. We offer laser eye surgery consultations so that you can make an informed decision.
If you’re over 18, have good eye health with no diseases or conditions, and have had a stable prescription for a minimum of 1 year, you may be a candidate for laser eye surgery.
We offer consultations to determine your candidacy for surgery and which type of refractive surgery would suit your specific needs. Book an appointment with us today.
What Is Laser Eye Surgery?
Laser eye surgery is a group of procedures that can treat conditions like myopia and astigmatism. However, surgery doesn’t guarantee 20/20 vision. Patients may still require glasses or contacts for some tasks.
Laser eye surgery reshapes the cornea, while refractive lens exchange (RLE) replaces your eye’s natural lens with an artificial lens to help provide you with clear vision.
Our Consultations & Support Before & After Your Procedure
During your consultation, we’ll assess your cornea thickness, any previous or current ocular or systemic diseases you may have, and your pupil size. If we determine you’re a good candidate, we’ll refer you to an ophthalmologist who can perform the procedure.
Once you’ve scheduled your surgery, we can help you prepare for your procedure. We recommend taking time off before and after the surgery and arranging a ride home.
After your surgery, we’ll help support your recovery with follow-up appointments. We’ll monitor how your eyes are healing, and if there are any complications, we’ll adjust your treatment plan. While you’re recovering, we recommend wearing protective sunglasses and we may recommend using eye drops.
Types of Laser Eye Surgery
There are 3 main types of laser eye surgery that we provide consultations for, LASIK, PRK, and RLE. We’ll help you determine which option is right for you during your initial consultation.
LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) eye surgery is a procedure where a flap is created in your cornea, providing access to the corneal stroma. Your ophthalmologist will then use a laser to reshape the corneal stroma to correct your prescription. The flap is then set back in its original position and left to heal.
During PRK (photorefractive keratectomy) the outermost layer of your cornea, called the epithelium, is completely removed to grant access to the corneal stroma. Your ophthalmologist will reshape the corneal stroma with a laser. After the surgery, your epithelium will heal over in a few days.
RLE (refractive lens exchange) is similar to cataract surgery, but without the cataract. The lens in the eye is replaced with a lens that adequately corrects your vision.
Your ophthalmologist will create a small incision on the surface of the eye, using a laser or a scalpel, to get access to your eye’s lens. They’ll break up the lens using ultrasound and extract it. Once removed, your lens will be replaced with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL) to help provide you with clear vision.
Schedule an Appointment
If you want to learn more about laser eye surgery and find out whether or not you’re a good candidate, book an appointment with us.
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Hazleton Eye Specialists
- 281 Airport Road
- Hazle Township, PA 18202
- 570-453-2020
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- 2942 Route 611, Suite 5
- Tannersville, PA 18372
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