Which LASIK Eye Surgery is Best?

 Knowing which procedure is the best for you can be a bit more difficult. Those who have chosen laser eye surgery find themselves weighing the three best options: SMILE, LASIK or PRK Surgery.

All three surgeries are trusted, safe, and effective ways to correct your vision. But which laser vision correction procedure is best?

PRK is considered by many to be the first generation of laser vision correction. During a PRK procedure, the outer layer of your cornea (also known as the epithelium) is gently removed using a manual instrument. 

When will you go for PRK?

• If you have thin or irregular corneas 
• Predisposed to chronic dry eye and 
• Patients whose jobs or lifestyles cause them to take a lot of direct contact to the eyes (Ex: Boxers and fighters).   

PRK Downsides

• Longest recovery period out of all three laser eye surgeries. It takes anywhere from two to six weeks for the recovery process for clear vision.
• Higher chance of post-surgery discomfort and pain when compared to SMILE or LASIK.
• Patient will typically need to take a week off of work or driving.

2nd Generation: LASIK (Laser-Assisted Stromal In-situ Keratomileusis)

FEMTOLASIK is the most commonly performed laser eye surgery in practice today. During this procedure, a small flap of corneal tissue is created using a femtosecond laser and then folded back. We will then use an excimer laser to reshape the underlying corneal tissue in order to correct your vision.

When is LASIK a Good Option?

• Adequate corneal thickness is a must for LASIK. Patients with thin or irregular corneas are typically better candidates for SMILE or PRK.
• For patients predisposed to chronic dry eye symptoms, SMILE or PRK may be a better option.

LASIK is an extremely effective, safe, and trusted option. 

 

FEMTOLASIK Downsides: 

•  More complex procedure than its successor, SMILE, because it uses two lasers and creates a flap during surgery. 
• Chances flap-related complications post-surgery. Flap-related complications include microscopic wrinkles called striae, irregular astigmatism, dry eye syndrome.  Flap-related complications are rare and your chance of encountering these complications are greatly decreased with an experienced surgeon like Dr. Pritam Dedhia.

3rd Generation: SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction)

SMILE is the most advanced FDA approved laser vision correction procedure to date. SMILE has been in practice worldwide since 2012, and was approved for widespread use in the United States in 2016.

Advantages of ReLeX SMILE: 

• ·       One-Step One-Laser Procedure

One of the main differences between SMILE and its predecessors is it is a one-laser procedure. Unlike PRK and LASIK, there is no use of an excimer laser during a SMILE procedure. 

• Less Invasive Surgery

SMILE is a less invasive laser eye surgery procedure than LASIK. During a LASIK procedure, your surgeon creates a flap that is 20mm in circumference. A PRK procedure creates an 8mm diameter surface removal.  In comparison, SMILE creates only a 3mm corneal key-hole incision.  

• No Flap-Related Complications.
• Safe, Accurate, and Fast Visual Recovery

Clinical trials for SMILE have found it to be just as safe and accurate as

LASIK. The visual recovery from a SMILE procedure is almost as fast as LASIK, but much faster than a PRK procedure.

SMILE has been performed in controlled clinical studies since 2007 and has been commercially available since 2012. The first SMILE-patients have been monitored for over ten years post-treatment. It is currently established in over 70 countries worldwide.

 

With Smile Lasik laser, the disadvantages of earlier procedures have disappeared and the advantages have remained!

It combines the safety of traditional vision correction techniques with even greater comfort and potentially greater precision. Its much more safer as well as effective.

Do Watch this ReLeX Smile Video to know more about the procedure..

SMILE Downsides:

•  Vision improvement is near-instant with LASIK, while SMILE patients take a day or two to recover functional vision.

 

 Dr.Pritam Dedhia is proud to be one of the first doctors in the entire Palghar District to offer the Zeiss VisuMax Laser for SMILE Laser Vision Correction to his patients.

There are some questions to ask yourself when deciding between types of surgical corrections.

• What type of refractive error do you have (myopia, hyperopia, or astigmatism)? LASIK and PRK/LASEK are able to correct for mild to moderate myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism, and ReLeX SMILE is an option for significant myopia and myopia with astigmatism.

 

• Do you suffer from dry eyes? PRK/LASEK tends to create fewer issues with postoperative dry eyes than LASIK. The ReLeX SMILE procedure may be an optimal choice, as it is less likely to sever as many nerves related to tear production.

 

 

• Do you have thin corneas? When you have a surgical consult for laser eye surgery, the doctor will measure your eyes for the procedure. If your corneas are too thin for a LASIK flap to be created then PRK/LASEK or ReLeX SMILE may be better options.

 

• Do you play contact sports or lead a particularly active lifestyle? LASIK can lead to flap-related complications. While PRK/LASEK may have a longer initial recovery time, there will be fewer issues with the flap moving or becoming dislodged through force down the line. The ReLeX SMILE procedure may also provide a more stable cornea over time than LASIK can.

 

 

• What is your budget? Since corrective laser eye surgery is not generally covered by insurance, cost must be considered. In general, the cost for corrective laser eye surgery at Vatsal Eye Care is varying from 15000/- to 50000/- per eye.Payment plans and financial options are frequently available. We do offer 0% Interest EMI option for all types of laser vision correction procedures.
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   You will need to schedule a comprehensive eye exam and pre-operative consultation in order to determine which procedure is right for your unique set of needs and eye characteristics. When it comes to your eyes you don`t want anything less than the best possible quality.

SMILE, LASIK, and PRK/LASEK are all clinically-proven, safe and effective methods of laser eye surgery. The three types of laser vision correction, while differing in method, have approximately the same success rate. Which treatment option is best for you depends on a number of factors like the refractive error, your profession, and habits such as lifestyle and sports. Each type of laser eye surgery has its own benefits and disadvantages. 

Why Choose Vatsal Eye Care For Lasik Surgery?

Lasik at Vatsal Eye Care is:

 

• Completely “SAFE”, “PAINLESS” and “TRUSTED.”
• Latest laser wavefront technology
• With more than 15 years of experience. 
• Consistent Results. 

Imagine seeing clearly from the moment you open your eyes in the morning !! Once you have vision correction you will see and experience all freedom that life has to offer. Gaining the freedom and security you want is actually quite easy. 

Laser vision correction is a pain free procedure that takes only a few minutes to release you from the captivity of the boring glasses and contact lenses. Pre testing for LASIK at Vatsal Eye Care starts with a careful evaluation and concern of the health of your eyes, visual needs, and lifestyle. 

We use the MEL 80 excimer Laser system from the world famous Carl Zeiss which is also FDA approved. Carl Zeiss has over 160 years of experience in the development of optics and Zeiss high-performance optics are key to providing an optimum corneal flap. This laser technology is consistently producing safe and accurate vision results. 

LASIK is not only about the laser, but the experience and skill of the surgeon is extremely important. If that were not the case, then even an ordinary technician would have been treating your eyes !!

Dr Pritam is one of the best and finest Lasik Surgeon in Vasai – Virar.  He is very meticulous in choosing his LASIK candidate. If he has slightest doubt, he will refuse to get LASIK done in that person. A thorough Pre Check Up is done in all patients and all the test results are personally checked by him. 

Once you have fulfilled all the criteria for undergoing LASIK, we will explain the pros and cons of various laser vision correction procedures and will help you in choosing the best option.

Dr. Pritam Dedhia and his team at Vatsal Eye Care & Laser Center are among the most experienced laser and lens-based vision correction surgeons and are ready to help anyone on their path to better vision.:

To know more about LASIK @ Vatsal Eye Care : http://vatsaleyecare.com/lasik/

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ADDRESSES

i. Vasai  Station

 

B-2, Panchal Nagar, Near KT Vision cinema, Navghar, Station road, Vasai West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 401202, India.  

 

ii. Vasai Gaon:

Opp Parnaka Police chowki Behind Nayak hotel, Parnaka Vasai West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 401201, India.

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