|
|
Info on LASIK Eye Surgery?
Question: Info On Lasik Eye Surgery?
Answer:
LASIK eye surgery is a refractive surgery of the eye. This
means that it corrects the refraction of the light that goes
into the eye.
LASIK stands for Laser Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis and it
is performed to correct myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism or at
least reduce the dependence on glasses of the patient.
As its names implies, LASIK is performed with the help of a
laser, specially designed for the surgery.
This laser is called Excimer Laser and it is a special laser
which can etch the tissue that is needed to fix, without
burning or damaging surrounding tissue which could delay the
recovery period.
Related Pages in this Site
What
Is Lasik Eye Surgery
What To Expect After Lasik Surgery
What
Is Laser Eye Surgery
How
Lasik Works
How Soon After Lasik Surgery Can I Go Scuba Diving
|
|
|
|