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LASIK Laser Eye Surgery Blog at Eye Surgery USAWednesday, June 10, 2009Eye Surgery USA FAQ: What is PRK - Photorefractive Karatectomy?
Before all the commotion and popularity of LASIK there was another procedure known as PRK or Photorefractive Keratectomy. Although it is an older and outdated procedure, it is still favored by many surgeons to treat specific conditions that traditional LASIK is not suited for like like patients with thin corneas or larger pupils. Although the FDA approved the first PRK laser in the United States in 1995, the PRK laser was developed in the 80's and has been in use in other countries. PRK can correct vision for both nearsighted and farsighted people. Nearsightedness is corrected by flattening the steepness in the cornea whereas farsightedness requires the steeper cornea. PRK can also address astigmatism simply by smoothing our the oblong shape of the cornea into a normal one. For more information on PRK visit Eye Surgery USA now! Labels: Eye surgery FAQ, Photorefractive Keratectomy, PRK
Wednesday, March 11, 2009Ask an Expert on Eye Surgery USA
Do you have questions that you'd like to ask a qualified, screened Vision Correction Specialist? Maybe you have a question that you'd prefer to ask on the web than in person? Or perhaps you have a question about LASIK, PRK or other Corrective Eye Surgery Procedure that you've never remembered to ask? At Eye Surgery USA, you'll find screened, qualified and certified Vision Correction Specialists that are available to answer YOUR questions. In fact, the same specialists that are available to respond to your questions are those that are featured on the Eye Surgery USA website. Once you've received an answer to your inquiry, find an Eye Correction surgeon in your area and schedule a confidential, personalized consultation. Click here to Ask an Expert on Eye Surgery USA Labels: ask an expert, Blade-Less LASIK, eye correction surgery, PRK, vision correction questions
Wednesday, March 4, 2009So What Exactly is Laser Refractive Surgery?
You hear about LASIK, and IntraLase and all these other Laser Eye Procedures, but along with all the buzz words you might have heard the term refractive surgery now and then. So What is Refractive Surgery? Refractive Surgery is the general term to describe surgery that corrects vision, with the objective of reducing or eliminating the need for glasses and contacts. Procedures may include RK (Radial Keratotomy), PRK, LASIK, and corneal inlays. So when discussing LASIK and other procedures, just know that you're talking about refractive surgery in general. To find out more information, visit Eye Surgery USA. Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, corneal inlays, laser refractive surgery, PRK
Tuesday, November 25, 2008The Original Laser Eye Surgery: PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy)
 Before all the commotion and popularity of LASIK there was another procedure known as PRK or Photorefractive Keratectomy.Although it is an older procedure, it is still favored by many surgeons to treat specific conditions that traditional LASIK is not suited for like like patients with thin corneas or larger pupils. Although the FDA approved the first PRK laser in the United States in 1995, the PRK laser was developed in the 80's and has been in use in other countries. PRK can correct vision for both nearsighted and farsighted people. Nearsightedness is corrected by flattening the steepness in the cornea whereas farsightedness requires the steeper cornea. PRK can also address astigmatism simply by smoothing our the oblong shape of the cornea into a normal one. Labels: Photorefractive Keratectomy, PRK
Monday, November 10, 2008What are Corneal Inlays and Corneal Onlays?Corrective Eye procedures have come along way from the developement of bi-focals. First there were corrective glasses, then with the advent of contact lenses, those who needed corrective lenses to see were given a new, better way to see without klunky, often unattractive frames. In the 1990's, corrective laser surgery (PKR) was developed and it took corrective eye surgery to a new level: no more contact lenses or messy cleaning solutions to buy. This technology and its successor, LASIK have helped millions see better, more comfortably. Laser technology is poised to take another leap - Corneal Inlays and Onlays. Corneal inlays and onlays are small lenses made of biocompatible materials that are similar to the clear surface of the eye. As opposed to LASIK and PRK, where laser energy reshapes the outermost part of the eye (cornea) to alter the way light rays enter the eye, corneal inlays or onlays are inserted just below the eye's surface. Laser energy is used to shape this artificial material instead of the eye itself, so that corneal inlays or onlays work much like contact lenses to correct vision, however, these devices never require regular removal or ongoing care. They are designed to seamlessly blend in with the eye's surface. Perhaps no other group of people could be served better by Corneal Inlays and Onlays than older people. Oftentimes, LASIK and PRK don't work for older people and eye surgeons are reluctant to perform these procedures on the older population. Corneal Inlays and Onlays on the other hand, can be a safe alternative to LASIK and PRK because the eye’s natural surface tissue is virtually untouched. Although the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has not yet approved this technology, if current and future clinical trials prove successful, these devices may soon represent a new chapter in vision correction surgery. Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, corneal onlays, PRK
Thursday, October 16, 2008Corneal Inlays and Corneal OnlaysWhat are Corneal Inlays and Corneal Onlays? Corneal inlays and onlays are made of biocompatible materials that are similar to the clear surface of the eye. In LASIK and PRK, laser energy reshapes the outermost part of the eye (cornea) to alter the way light rays enter the eye. With corneal inlays or onlays inserted just below the eye's surface, laser energy some day could be used to shape this artificial material instead of the eye itself.Corneal inlays or onlays work much like contact lenses to correct vision. However, the difference is that these devices never require regular removal or ongoing care. They are designed to seamlessly blend in with the eye's surface. Some of the complications associated with procedures like LASIK and PRK can be avoided through the use of corneal inlays and onlays because the eye’s natural surface tissue is virtually untouched. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration did not yet approve the technology, however if current and future clinical trials prove successful, these devices may soon represent a new form of vision correction surgery. Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, PRK
Thursday, August 28, 2008After PRK: What to ExpectThe doctor's orders after surgery are very important to your well being and healing process. If there are complications you must immediately contact your doctor. When the procedure is done you should rest for a few hours. The doctor will allow you to rest a bit immediately following the procedure but you must have someone else drive you home. Although you will be able to go to work the next day, most doctors will suggest a few days of rest and refraining from any strenuous physical activities as this can aggravate the healing process. At all costs avoid rubbing the eye. Your doctor will most likely provide you with special medical drops, eye guards and other materials to help with the recovery like a special contact lens and antibiotic eye drops. Although most people achieve 20/20 or better vision, many also only achieve 20/40. However, people with initially poor eyesight achieving 20/40 is a lot better than their previous vision and there are some that still need to wear contacts or glasses following the procedure but at a much lower prescription. Possible post operative complications include glares, halos or starbursts around lights at night. This is a common condition and side effect as a result of PRK or any refractive surgery. Labels: PRK
Thursday, April 3, 2008A New Technique for Pre-PRK Epithelium RemovalThe laser-scrape method may have several advantages over traditional techniques used to remove epithelium before PRK. Most surgeons would agree that epithelium removal in photorefractive keratectomy is one of the procedure's most critical aspects. Expedient, uniform removal helps minimize stromal drying, which can increase the ablation rate and lead to overcorrection. The scrape technique, using a PRK spatula or a blade, is widely used. Some surgeons first loosen the epithelium with alcohol. It is common to remove peripheral epithelium first, then central epithelium, to prevent excessive central drying. Unfortunately, this approach may cause excessive peripheral drying, which could lead to excessive peripheral tissue ablation and a steep central island. Click here to read more Labels: PRK
Monday, February 4, 2008The Original Laser Eye Surgery: PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy)Before all the commotion and popularity of LASIK there was another procedure known as PRK or Photorefractive Keratectomy. Although it is an older and outdated procedure, it is still favored by many surgeons to treat specific conditions that traditional LASIK is not suited for like like patients with thin corneas or larger pupils. Although the FDA approved the first PRK laser in the United States in 1995, the PRK laser was developed in the 80's and has been in use in other countries. PRK can correct vision for both nearsighted and farsighted people. Nearsightedness is corrected by flattening the steepness in the cornea whereas farsightedness requires the steeper cornea. PRK can also address astigmatism simply by smoothing our the oblong shape of the cornea into a normal one. For more information on PRK visit Eye Surgery USA now! Labels: Laser Eye Surgery, PRK
Monday, January 28, 2008Corrective Laser Eye Surgery ProceduresThere are many procedures available for correcting poor vision. The procedure that is best for you can best be determined by your surgeon. Some of the more popular procedures include LASIK, LASEK / E-LASIK, Epi-LASIK, Wavefront LASIK, IntraLase and PRK Laser Surgery. With Corrective Eye Surgery, you can enjoy such benefits as:
Labels: Epi-LASIK, IntraLase, LASEK, laser eye surgery procedures, LASIK, PRK, Wavefront LASIK
Monday, January 14, 2008Orange County Laser Eye Surgeon, Dr. Mark Schneider, Joins Eye Surgery USAWe are pleased to announce that certified eye surgeon, Dr. Mark Schneider, has joined the list of highly qualified eye surgeons on Eye Surgery USA. Dr. Schneider provides his services to patients in Orange County, Corona and Anaheim Hills, CA. With the latest technology, Dr. Schneider offers more safety and precision. Safety checks include personally double checking eye measurements before each procedure. His laser suite is a complete state of the art facility with the most advanced laser software available. From the moment you step into the plush and luxurious office you will feel the sense of comfort and confidence. The highly trained and experienced staff ensures meticulous sterility of instruments and calibration of equipment in a professional environment while providing support and the finest care possible for this life changing procedure. Click here to visit Dr. Schneider's Eye Surgery USA profile Labels: LASIK, Orange County eye surgeon, PRK
Thursday, December 27, 2007PRK: Photorefractive Keratectomy - The Original Laser Eye SurgeryBefore all the commotion and popularity of LASIK there was another procedure known as PRK or Photorefractive Keratectomy. Although it is an older and outdated procedure, it is still favored by many surgeons to treat specific conditions that traditional LASIK is not suited for like like patients with thin corneas or larger pupils. Although the FDA approved the first PRK laser in the United States in 1995, the PRK laser was developed in the 80's and has been in use in other countries. PRK can correct vision for both nearsighted and farsighted people. Nearsightedness is corrected by flattening the steepness in the cornea whereas farsightedness requires the steeper cornea. PRK can also address astigmatism simply by smoothing our the oblong shape of the cornea into a normal one. For more information on PRK visit Eye Surgery USA now! Labels: Laser Eye Surgery, PRK
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