LASIK or Lasik is a type of refractive surgery for correcting myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. LASIK is performed by ophthalmologists using a laser. The procedure is generally preferred to photorefractive keratectomy, PRK, (also called ASA, Advanced Surface Ablation) because it requires less time for the patient's recovery, and the patient feels less pain overall. However, there are instances where a PRK/ASA procedure is medically justified as being a better alternative to LASIK. Many patients choose LASIK as an alternative to wearing corrective eyeglasses or contact lenses.
LASIK Surgery
Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis (LASIK) is a type of refractive surgery used to treat common vision problems such as astigmatism, nearsightedness, and farsightedness. It is also called laser eye surgery, in a reference to the device used to perform the surgery.
Laser Eye Surgery
LASIK is also called laser eye surgery, in a reference to the device used to perform the surgery. The voluntary procedure is usually undertaken out of a desire to stop wearing glasses and contacts, and the success rate varies depending on the skill of the surgeon and the patient.
