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2. LASIK - Wikipedia

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   LASIK surgery is performed by an ophthalmologist who uses a femtosecond laser or a microkeratome to create a corneal flap to expose the corneal stroma and then an excimer laser to reshape the corneal stroma in order to improve visual acuity. [2] [3] LASIK is very similar to another surgical corrective procedure, photorefractive keratectomy (PRK ...

3. Microkeratome - Wikipedia

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   Also, after the procedure, the microkeratome causes less inflammation when compared to the femtosecond laser. Additionally, surgery using a microkeratome costs much less than femtosecond laser surgery. In the US, cost for LASIK surgery with a microkeratome is around $1,500 per eye, while laser surgery costs around $2,500 per eye. [19] [22] [23]

4. Laser blended vision - Wikipedia

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   Unlike with monovision surgery where it is generally advised to perform a "monovision contact lens trial", [13] Laser Blended Vision screening does not incorporate this as it would automatically exclude many suitable candidates from having the procedure. This is because a much larger proportion of people are suitable for Laser Blended Vision ...

5. FDA Warns of Potential Side Effects Associated With LASIK Surgery

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   “I usually have multiple pre-operative visits to take patients’ questions [before agreeing to perform the surgery].” After all, LASIK is a completely elective procedure where we are ...

6. Keratomileusis - Wikipedia

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   The most common modern procedure, LASIK, is performed through lifting the front surface of the eye by forming a thin hinged flap under which the shape of the cornea is changed by using an excimer laser or other surgical device. A microkeratome is usually used to cut the flap, but a femtosecond laser can also be used to make the flap. [citation ...

7. How Much Americans Spend Each Year on Cosmetic Procedures - AOL

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