Photorefractive Keratectomy: The difference between PRK and LASIK

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Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK) is a type of laser vision correction surgery that predates LASIK and SMILE. The overall goal of PRK is the same as LASIK: to correct refractive errors and reduce dependency on glasses and contact lenses. PRK and LASIK both use a laser to reshape the cornea. Correct curvature allows the light entering […]

Vision Correction: What you need to know about LASIK pre-op to post-op

What you need to know about LASIK pre-op to post-op

In today’s world, we are surrounded by screens. Smartphones, televisions, video games, and occupations requiring extended hours in front of computer monitors put our eyes under constant strain. Naturally, this has led to a rise in people reporting vision impairments. According to the Vision Health Initiative, approximately 14 million Americans age 12 and older have self-reported […]