Main types of Laser Eye Surgery:

LASIK, PRK & LASEK


If you are considering laser eye surgery, it is important to compare the various types of surgery available and weigh out the advantages and disadvantages.  Different types of laser eye surgery are ideally suited to different conditions.  However, there may be some choice.  Speaking with the eye surgeon will help you make a decision which is right for you and your specific eye conditions.  The three most commonly performed eye procedures are LASIK, PRK and LASEK. 


LASIK

PRK

LASEK

Discomfort

Minimal/none

Moderate-severe, with significant patient variation

Mild for around the first 24 hours. Light sensitivity common.

Recovery of Vision

1-2 days

2-4 weeks

3-6 days

Stability of Vision

Usually 1 week, up to 1 month.  Complicated cases: 3-9 months.

Usually 1-3 months but can take 6 months to one year

One week to 1 month.  In some complicated cases, can take 3-9 months.

Contact Lens

Usually not required. But may be used in cases where the surface epithelium is scraped.            

First 4-7 days

First 3-4 days


Returning to Normal Activity

2-3 days

Usually one week but can take longer.

3-6 days

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