It is often confusing when reading about information on LASIK eye surgery in Michigan on various websites. This is because there are two different procedures that can be used. The one that most people think of as the only option is known as LASIK while there is also another option, known as LASEK or Epi-LASEK.
Traditional LASIK Eye Surgery in Michigan
LASIK eye surgery in Michigan is a very common produced. The term LASIK actually stands for laser in-situ keratomileusis, and is used to correct many different vision problems that are caused by incorrect shape of the cornea. This can include astigmatism or problems with being near or farsighted.
There are some people that do have complications with LASIK eye surgery in Michigan although generally it is a very effective option for most patients. In the procedure a laser is used to create a deeper flap or an opening in the cornea and then pulled back to allow a different type of laser to reshape the cornea tissue. A vacuum ring is used to hold the laser in the correct position on the cornea during the creation of the flap. After the reshaping that allows light to be correctly focused on the retina for correct vision, the flap is positioned back into place.
This is done under local anesthesia for most patients and the procedure only takes about 10 to 15 minutes in most cases. Healing is relatively fast with almost immediate vision improvement within just a couple of days.
The Epi-LASEK Difference
With the newer Epi-LASEK surgery there is no vacuum ring used, so less chance of complication associated with high pressure in the eye. In addition the actual corneal flap created is much thinner and the deeper cut needed with traditional LASIK is not required, assisting in even faster healing times for patients.
There is also virtually no risk of infection or any problems with the repositioning of the flap, especially the very serious corneal bulge, which can result in vision loss in the future.
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