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LASIK is not an uncommon term to us. You should have heard the way it can give us a perfect vision. The interesting is, not many of us have heard of the term Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK). PRK is also a very well-practiced vision correction operation that was achieving the same success as LASIK for at least 20 years.

In this article, let me compare PRK vs LASIK. We will look at the various pros and cons. After reading this, you will need to find out which procedure is suitable for your eye surgery. The reading will equip you with the good facts so that you can consult the eye surgeon with better understanding.

Here are some common traits of PRK and LASIK: 1) Pain is not evident during the entire process 2) Both must apply medication for the eyes after the procedure 3) Both require some months to recover from the procedure 4) Both can be used to treat myopia as well as astigmatism

In fact, both processes have almost the identitial results in getting the perfect vision. Many people have achieve good vision with either PRK or LASIK.

{However, The interesting thing is that} both have unique practice, but achieves the exact outcome.

Now here are some differences: 1) Patients with certain corneal conditions or corneal scars have to consider PRK, not LASIK 2) You need to wear a lens “bandage” for a few days 3) LASIK has one more step which is the generation of a flap 4) PRK does not create a flap, but go to the cornea’s inner layers by removing the thin outer layer of the cornea 5) PRK tends to have longer healing process than LASIK

As you can see, there are some differences but in general both approach are safe. If you want to know which is more suitable for you, you have to consult a reputable LASIK doctor who can access your eyes to determine which is best for you. With this article as your knowledge, you should be able to speak with an eye surgeon with more confident.

Keep this in mind, it is your responsiblity to fully understand the procedures before you pay them for the operation.

In conclusion, both PRK and LASIK have their own strength and each of them are created for different needs. That is a good thing as we can have a choice. So when you visit a LASIK surgeon, do ask him for a recommendation between PRK and LASIK

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