LASIK Surgery in Dr. Gadgil Eye Hospital & Lasik Laser Center, Thane

"Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis," or "LASIK," is a well-known and successful surgical technique used to treat common vision issues such astigmatism, hyperopia, and nearsightedness. Through refractive eye surgery, known as LASIK, the Cornea which is the transparent front portion of the eye is reshaped to increase light focus on the retina, thus improving the vision.

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Benefits of LASIK

LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) is a popular surgical procedure used to correct vision problems, particularly nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism.

A patient's vision can be greatly improved with LASIK, which frequently reduces or eliminates the need for glasses or contact lenses. After the surgery, many patients have 20/20 vision or better. LASIK is an outpatient treatment that may be completed in around 15 minutes for each eye. When compared to other eye procedures, it is less intrusive. After LASIK, most patients have better vision within a day or two, and it stabilizes after a few weeks. Because of this short recuperation period, one may resume their regular activities sooner.

With reliable and predictable results, LASIK is a very accurate surgery that may be customized to your unique prescription and eye structure. Decreased Reliance on Glasses and Contacts: After LASIK, many people report having less need for glasses or contact lenses for most everyday tasks, including reading, driving, and playing sports.

Because LASIK eliminates the necessity for daily lens insertion and removal, it lowers the risk of eye infections related to contact lens usage. The total cost of glasses and contact lenses, including examinations, frames, lenses, and solutions, may eventually exceed the cost of LASIK.

A patient can enjoy activities like swimming, hiking, and sports without the need for glasses or contact lenses results in an enhanced quality of life. The results of laser surgery (LASIK) are usually permanent and persist for many years, if not a lifetime. Retreatment is a possibility, even though some patients may gradually notice little changes in their eyesight.

Types of LASIK

Several types of LASIK treatments can be implemented, based on the needs and particular eye health of the patient. A person's suggested kind of LASIK surgery is determined by a number of criteria, including their overall eye health, corneal thickness, and eye prescription. To choose the best LASIK choice for your particular situation, it is imperative that you speak with a skilled ophthalmologist or refractive surgeon.

1 Traditional LASIK

Traditional LASIK is the most typical kind of LASIK surgery. A femtosecond laser or a microkeratome, a mechanical surgical tool, is used in conventional LASIK to make a tiny flap on the cornea. The corneal tissue underneath is then reshaped by the surgeon using an excimer laser to fix the refractive defect. After the cornea is reshaped, the flap is moved.

2 Custom LASIK (Wavefront-guided LASIK)

With Custom LASIK, an extremely detailed map of the flaws in the eye is produced using cutting-edge wavefront technology. Subsequently, the excimer laser is guided by this map to customize corneal reshaping to the individual eyesight requirements of the patient. Custom LASIK may lessen the chance of glare and halos at night and enhance vision quality.

3 Bladeless LASIK (All-Laser LASIK)

Bladeless LASIK, sometimes referred to as All-Laser LASIK, creates the corneal flap using a femtosecond laser instead of the conventional microkeratome. Comparing this method to employing a mechanical blade, it is said to be safer and more accurate. The cornea is reshaped by the excimer laser for the remainder of the LASIK operation, which is unchanged.

4 PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy)

PRK works as an alternative for LASIK. In PRK, the cornea is entirely stripped of its outer layer, or epithelium, and then reshaped using an excimer laser. Over a few days, the epithelium normally regenerates. PRK could be advised for people having thinner corneas or specific corneal abnormalities,

5 LASEK (Laser-Assisted Subepithelial Keratectomy)

LASEK is a PRK variant. To expose the underlying cornea for laser therapy, a thin flap of the epithelium is formed and pulled aside, as opposed to the full epithelium being removed. After that, the flap is moved. Those with thin corneas or a higher risk of flap problems frequently opt for LASEK.

6 Epi-LASIK

Similar to LASEK, epi-LASIK creates a thin epithelial flap using an alternative kind of microkeratome called an Epikeratome. Before the cornea is relocated, this flap is raised to allow the excimer laser to reshape it.

A person's suggested kind of LASIK surgery is determined by a number of criteria, including their overall eye health, corneal thickness, and eye prescription. To choose the best LASIK choice for your particular situation, it is imperative that you speak with a skilled ophthalmologist or refractive surgeon.

Recovery

Although it might take a few days for their eyesight to normalize, most patients see an improvement in their vision within 24 to 48 hours. Eye drops will be recommended to you in order to lessen irritation and stop infection. If you want to reduce the chance of difficulties, you might need to refrain from doing things like swimming or strenuous activity for a particular amount of time.

Follow-up Appointments

It's crucial to schedule follow-up visits with your surgeon in order to track the healing process and guarantee the intended results.

It's crucial to remember that not everyone is a good candidate for LASIK surgery, and your eligibility will depend on a number of criteria like your prescription, corneal thickness, and overall health of your eyes. You may get comprehensive information from your eye care specialist about if LASIK is right for you and what to anticipate from the treatment.

Our Patient's Testimonials

At Dr. Gadgil Eye Hospital & Lasik Laser Center, Thane, our mission is to provide exceptional eye care services that not only restore vision but also enhance the quality of life for our patients. We take pride in the positive impact our treatments and services have had on countless individuals. Here are some heartfelt testimonials from patients whose lives have been transformed by our dedicated team of professionals.

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Lasik Surgery Costs/ Insurance

The experience of the surgeon, the technology utilized, and the location of the surgical center are some of the variables that reflect the cost of LASIK surgery.

Customized LASIK procedures may cost more than normal LASIK operations since they are made to meet the patient's unique demands and prescription.

Insurance and financing choices: While some insurance plans provide financing options to make LASIK more accessible, others may only cover a part of the procedure's expenses.

It is essential to have a comprehensive consultation with a board-certified eye surgeon prior to having LASIK surgery in order to determine your appropriateness for the treatment, go over the possible risks and benefits, and make sure your expectations are reasonable.

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