With LASIK eye surgery being the most prevalent procedure for men and women who struggle with farsightedness, nearsightedness, and astigmatism, PRK is an excellent option that delivers the same outcomes as LASIK but with a longer post-surgery recovery. PRK (photorefractive kerectomy) technology has been refined since its inception in the early 1990s to improve how…
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Do PRK Results Last Forever?
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What Not to Do After PRK Surgery
PRK, also known as photorefractive keratectomy, involves a type of refractive surgery to correct myopia, astigmatism, and hyperopia. It was big before LASIK was a thing. Nowadays, PRK is still performed on patients in certain situations and differs from LASIK in several ways. The recovery, for starters, tends to last longer than the LASIK healing…
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Why It’s Is Critical to Avoid Sun Exposure After PRK Surgery
PRK, or photorefractive keratectomy, surgery is an older form of refractive surgery. It employs a laser to treat vision defects caused by refractive errors in one or both eyes. During the procedure, Dr. Brian Will at Will Vision and Laser Centers will use a specific instrument to keep your eyes open, thus allowing him to remove…