Know about steps involved in LASIK Los Angeles and its uses

Your surgeon can provide details on the limits of refractive errors that LASIK can address. Not every patient is a candidate for LASIK in Los Angeles. Conditions such as progressive thin corneal dilation, scarring, irregular astigmatism, and  Lasik Los Angeles others may exclude you from being eligible. An initial consultation with your surgeon or an optometrist will help determine if you qualify through a comprehensive exam.

LASIK Procedure Overview

LASIK in Los Angeles typically takes about 20 minutes per eye, with both eyes often treated in a single session. While the procedure itself may cause some mild discomfort, the absence of local anesthesia can heighten the sensation of itchiness and firmness, which usually lasts between 6 to 12 hours. Most patients experience a swift recovery, with improved vision often seen the following day.

Ideal Candidates for LASIK

LASIK is recommended for individuals who have sufficient corneal thickness and exhibit an average level of myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), or some degree of astigmatism. Over the past 15 years, it has been a preferred choice for many patients. Post-surgery, you can expect:

• Rapid vision recovery, with many reporting significant improvements within 24 hours.
• Temporary sensitivity to light, itching, and tearing in the first 4 to 5 hours after the procedure.
• A potential risk of dry eye syndrome lasting up to a year.
• A high likelihood of achieving 20/20 vision, with a success rate of around 95%.

Steps in the LASIK Procedure

1. Create the Flap: The eye is numbed with drops. A femtosecond laser is used to create a thin flap on the cornea.
2. Lift the Flap: The flap is carefully lifted to expose the underlying corneal tissue, similar to turning the pages of a book.
3. Reshape the Cornea: An excimer laser reshapes the corneal tissue to correct myopia, hyperopia, and/or astigmatism.
4. Reposition the Flap: The corneal flap is repositioned, where it begins to heal naturally over 4 to 5 hours.

Potential Risks and Enhancements

As with any surgery, LASIK Los Angeles carries risks, including under-correction or over-correction. In some cases, additional excimer laser treatment may be necessary to fine-tune the correction. Post-operative enhancements can be performed by lifting and adjusting the flap or through procedures such as photorefractive keratectomy (PRK).