PRK / Lasek Dallas
In a recent FDA study, more than 95% of participants were satisfied with their vision following LASIK surgery.
PRK is a type of laser vision correction technique we offer at Lasercare Eye Center. Both options are safe and effective and our team can go over the details of each treatment option to let you know which option is right for you when you come in for your PRK consultation in Dallas. Call 214-328-0444 to schedule your free Dallas LASIK consultation at LaserCare Eye Center!
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What is Laser Vision Correction?
Laser Vision Correction is a procedure performed to sculpt the Cornea and treat farsightedness, nearsightedness, and/or astigmatism. The most advanced and most commonly performed type of Laser Vision Correction today is Intra LASIK (iLASIK).
However, not every patient is a good candidate for Intra-LASIK. These same patients may make great candidates for PRK. These two procedures are considered Advanced Surface Ablations as they do not involve the creation of a LASIK flap. This eliminates the risk of a complication during LASIK flap creation.
What type of patient should consider PRK?
The following patients may make better candidates for PRK as opposed to Intra-LASIK:
- Patients with Thin Corneas
- Patients with Anterior Basement Membrane disease
- Patients with a history of Recurrent Corneal erosion
- Patients with overly steep or flat corneas
- Patients with small Corneal scars that are not from Herpes eye disease
- Patients with dry eyes
What is PRK?
PRK (Photo Refractive Keratoplasty) is a Laser Vision Correction technique that does not require the creation of either a FLAP or a CAP.
The steps of the procedure are as follows:
- After applying numbing eye drops, the Surgeon uses either an Excimer laser or a device called an Amoils brush to remove the central part of the corneal epithelium (the outer layer of the cornea).
- This provides access to the stroma (the middle layer of the cornea).
- An Excimer laser is then used to sculpt the cornea by focusing a cool, ultraviolet beam on the cornea.
- A Bandage contact lens is applied to help with healing and comfort.
- Over the first few days, healthy epithelial tissue grows over the treatment zone. The eye may be sensitive to light and uncomfortable for the first few days.
- The bandage contact lens is removed after 4-7 days. The healing process continues for about a month. Most patients have useful vision after a few days and excellent vision by 1 month.
Which Provides Better Results: LASIK, PRK OR ReLEx SMILE?
Clinical studies have shown the results at one month for LASIK and PRK are nearly identical. The difference is that with LASIK, the recovery is quick. With PRK, the recovery is slower. However, PRK has the added advantage of not having a flap. ReLEx SMILE has the benefit of similar results, quick recovery, and no flap.
SMILE Vision Correction – small incision LASIK
Cost and Payment Options
The cost of your PRK treatment in Dallas will be discussed during your consultation at Lasercare Eye Center.
Schedule a Consultation
To learn more about PRK in Dallas, contact Lasercare Eye Center today to schedule a consultation. Our team of expertly trained ophthalmologists can answer any questions you may have and can let you know if you are a good candidate for PRK.
