Lasik Surgery
The word LASIK is an acronym for Laser- Assisted In-Situ Keratomileusis (LASIK) and is currently a popular surgical procedure that is being performed by Eye Doctors to improve vision by correcting refractory errors. This procedure utilizes a highly specialized laser which is designed to treat refractive errors, improve vision, and reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or contact lenses.
LASIK eye surgery has become the most popular vision surgery in the country. The surgery improves the vision in patients who have nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. LASIK surgery usually takes less than one minute per eye. Treatment involves reshaping the cornea - the protruding portion of surface of the eye - to improve vision.
LASIK Eye Surgery is the procedure of choice and can be elected to be done for a person who is dependent on glasses or contact lens for a prolonged period. It corrects the refractory errors in patients who have -
Myopia or Near-sightedness
Hypermetropia or Far-sightedness
In order to perform this procedure the following conditions should be satisfied:
The patient needs to be over 18 years and healthy
Should be no infection, glaucoma or dry eyes