LASIK eye surgery is a procedure designed to correct various vision problems, and it’s the single most popular laser eye procedure to have done. But understanding it will allow you to be more confident in your pursuit.
The LASIK Procedure
There are essentially two major methods to performing LASIK eye surgery: blade or laser.
Everybody’s eyes and vision issues are different, so LASIK begins with your eye surgeon understanding your situation and the condition of your vision. This may include locating the area that needs the most attention and gathering information to adjust the procedure accordingly.
The surgeon begins with numbing drops for the eyeball and proceeds to create a flap on the outer layer, using either a blade or a laser, and underneath this flap is where he or she will correct the vision.
Lifting the flap, your surgeon uses a laser to remove cells and reshape specific areas of your cornea to correct the vision. He or she will then replace the flap so that you may begin the healing process.
Benefits of Bladeless Technology
While some eye surgeons may use bladed instruments for the procedure, LASIK in San Antonio is often bladeless, and there are some key benefits to this approach.
Lasers are extremely precise, more so than the blade, so by using the laser from start to finish, you know you are getting absolute precision the entire time. Bladeless technology is actually fairly new and considered more advanced. Given that this approach is so accurate, it dramatically reduces the risk of complications and allows you to have some peace of mind.
When the word “precision” is mentioned, it typically refers to the thickness, depth, and diameter of the flap created, and when you use a pre-calculated laser, these measurements are more exact.
Health Considerations of LASIK
When approaching an eye surgeon about LASIK eye surgery, it’s important to discuss the state of your vision as well as any other eye conditions you may have.
It’s generally recommended that your eyes be healthy prior to LASIK eye surgery, meaning if you have any notable issues such as extreme dry eyes or are currently sustaining an eye injury, you would have to discuss that with your surgeon.
It’s also recommended to be in good health overall, as healing after LASIK surgery will be most successful if the body is in general good health. LASIK is often ill-advised for women who are pregnant as well.
For the sake of your health and for increasing the chances of success after surgery, you should be cautious to approach LASIK eye surgery if you are dealing with anything other than visual impairment. If you are unsure if you are eligible or if a condition may prevent you from having success, simply discuss everything with your surgeon, who should be able to answer any and all of your questions.