Photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) is a method used to correct refraction errors such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Similar to LASIK, during the PRK procedure a laser is used to reshape the cornea to correct the refractive error and allow the patient to see normally without glasses or contact lenses. How Is It Different from LASIK? […]

Photorefractive keratectomy, or PRK, is an option to restore natural visual acuity. Like the more widely know Lasik, it involves using a laser to reshape the surface of the cornea to correct refractive errors like nearsightedness and astigmatism. The PRK procedure has a number of advantages over Lasik, such as not requiring the formation of […]

Photorefractive Keratectomy, otherwise known as PRK, is a type of refractive surgery to correct vision problems, including issues such as difficulty seeing at a distance, within a close range, or with astigmatism. It is a type of laser surgery that was developed before LASIK surgery came along. If you are thinking about the PRK procedure […]

You’re tired of wearing contact lenses or glasses. You want to be able to see the world clearly the moment you open your eyes in the morning without anything else to get in your way. You’ve thought about LASIK surgery to correct your vision, but you have also heard about the PRK procedure. Both options […]

The PRK procedure or photorefractive keratectomy is a precursor to LASIK. It is the first type of laser eye surgery developed, and it can be used to treat astigmatism, farsightedness, and nearsightedness. How Does It Work? The PRK procedure is quite similar to LASIK. As with LASIK, Dr. Patel uses an excimer laser to reshape […]

A large percentage of the population in the United States are required to wear glasses or contact lenses to be able to see clearly. Since these devices do not correct your vision problem, you are forced to wear them the rest of your life. If you are tired of wearing glasses or contact lenses throughout […]