• Finally, the corneal flap is returned to position and heals in place. Because the reshaped portion of the cornea is protected from exposure to the air by the repositioned corneal flap, patients report virtually no discomfort with LASIK compared to PRK. Healing is also significantly faster.

"Source: New York Times"

• Reasonably normal vision can be expected within 24 hours, but the full effects of the procedure may not be achieved for two to four weeks.

LASIK is performed as an outpatient procedure in the comfort and convenience of our Excimer laser surgical suite. Normally, the entire procedure lasts less than ten minutes, with patients typically experiencing an improvement in their vision immediately following the procedure.