What is the difference between LASIK with the blade and blade-free LASIK?

When LASIK was performed with a blade, we used to say that LASEK is safer. With the advent of blade-free lasik, we feel that both

Yes, all lasers today are able to correct astigmatism. When the lasers were first approved in the 1990s, astigmatism could not be corrected. This has

Laser vision correction is mostly pain-free but this does not mean you will not feel anything. The most common sensations are pressure around the eye

We have been using mitomycin in many of my LASEK patients for the last 12 years without a single problem. There have been no reports

Most people elect to do both eyes on the same day. It is theoretically safer to do them one week apart but the risk of

There isn’t much of a difference. The ultimate result is the same. In my hands, LASEK allows a more comfortable and faster healing postoperative period.

Traditional treatment involves taking your eyeglasses prescription and plugging it into the laser. If 5 people have a -3.00 prescription, the same information will be

There is no problem gently blinking during LASIK. We do place a small device to keep the lids apart do you cannot close your eye

You will only need a clear shield that you can see through in the first 24 hours. I prefer that you wear the same shield