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Laser in-situ Keratomileusis (LASIK) LASER VISION CORRECTION reshapes the technology that reshapes the cornea.

LASIK is used to correct or reduce moderate to high levels of myopia, astigmatism and hyperopia.

Procedure
  1. The surgeon uses numbing drops and then a precise instrument called a "microkeratome" is used to create a thin flap at the top of your cornea. The flap is lifted away, but remains attached at one side.
  2. The Excimer Laser, programmed to correct your specific degree of myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism, removes a microscopic layer of cornea. This part of the procedure takes about a minute.
  3. The corneal flap is put back into place and because of its natural bonding properties, healing starts immediately. No stitches are required.

Advantages

  1. More technologically advanced.
  2. Faster healing time.
  3. Minimal use of post-op meds.

Disadvantages

  1. More surgically involved.
  2. Two-part procedure
    a. Flap creation
    b. Use of laser.

Quality Through Control: Southeast Texas Laser Eye Institute is able to provide our patients the highest level of care due to our ability to maintain optimum surroundings. Our ability to control variables such as temperature, humidity, and calibration of a state-of-the-art in house laser enables us to pursue excellence.

Beaumont: 409-832-2085   -   Port Arthur: 409-985-2745   -   Toll Free: 1-877-405-2745 (1-877-40-LASIK)