| PRK
- Surface Ablation (PRK-LASEK)
 PRK
(Photorefractive Keratectomy) is also a method used to
reshape the cornea using the Excimer Laser.
After
the eye is prepared by instilling anesthetizing eye
drops a protective drape and eyelid retainer are applied
to prevent the eyelid from blinking during the
procedure. The Excimer Laser then removes
the outer protective covering of the cornea. The laser
is then used to remove a specific pre-programmed amount
of corneal tissue to correct the patient’s refractive
error. Cool sterile saline is then used to irrigate the
cornea and antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drops are
applied to the cornea. A bandage contact is placed over
the treated area, where it remains for several days.
PRK
can
be used to treat a wide range of refractive errors
including, myopia (nearsightedness), astigmatism, and
hyperopia (farsightedness). |
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1.
The
Excimer laser is used to remove the
epithelium (the outer protective surface
of the cornea). |
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2.
The
Excimer laser is used to ablate a
specific pre-programmed amount of the
cornea. |
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3.
The epithelium grows back over the
treated area in 3-5 days. |
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4.
The cornea is now flatter or steeper
depending on the type of procedure.
The light rays entering the cornea are
now focused directly on the retina. |
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OUR
PHILOSOPHY:
Dr.
Goffman and our "Eyecare Team"
are committed to providing our patients with the most
modern technology while preserving the highest level of
safety, comfort and efficacy.
A gift as
precious as your eyesight should only be trusted to a
highly trained and qualified specialist.
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