LASIK (Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis) is a popular laser eye surgery used to correct vision issues like myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism. It reshapes the cornea, allowing light entering the eye to focus properly on the retina for clearer vision.
Here's a step-by-step look at the LASIK process:
Preparation and Numbing: Before surgery, the eye is numbed with anesthetic drops. A special instrument is then used to hold the eyelids open.
Creating a Flap: A thin flap is made on the cornea's surface using a microkeratome blade or a femtosecond laser. The surgeon lifts this flap to expose the corneal tissue below.
Reshaping the Cornea: A laser, guided by precise computer measurements, removes specific amounts of corneal tissue to reshape the eye for optimal focus. The goal is to correct the way light enters the eye.
Replacing the Flap: After reshaping, the surgeon carefully places the corneal flap back in its original position. It naturally adheres without stitches.
If you want to know more about LASIK or if you face any type of the vision problems then immediately consult your Ophthalmologist as soon as possible.