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Thinking of getting LASIK eye surgery? The first thing you need know is that it’s an investment, and as with any other investment, you should know what to expect and what you’re getting into.   Today, we’ll answer some of the most common questions people have about LASIK eye surgery – and we’re guessing these questions have been running through your head too!   Read on below to learn about how LASIK works, its benefits, possible complications and risks, and more.     How does LASIK eye surgery work?   LASIK, also known as Laser-Assisted In situ Keratomileusis, is a type of refractive eye surgery used to address a wide range of vision problems, including myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.   It involves reshaping the cornea using a programmed laser, allowing light to refract the retina better, resulting in sharper and clearer vision. After the procedure, you’ll be free from your prescription glasses and lenses!   A standard LASIK eye surgery takes abou...

  When considering vision correction surgery, it’s important to understand the options available to you. PRK and LASIK are two of the most popular procedures, each with unique benefits and considerations. At Shinagawa Eye Centre in Singapore, we offer both procedures and can help guide you in choosing the best option for your eyes. Here’s a breakdown of PRK vs. LASIK to help you make an informed decision. Understanding the Procedures: PRK: PRK is one of the earliest forms of laser vision correction and is still widely used today. In PRK, the outer layer of the cornea (the epithelium) is gently removed, and the underlying corneal tissue is reshaped using an excimer laser. This procedure is particularly beneficial for patients with thin corneas, as it does not involve creating a corneal flap. LASIK: In LASIK, a thin flap is created in the cornea using either a femtosecond laser or a microkeratome blade. This flap is then lifted, allowing the excimer laser to reshape the underlying...

Did you know that there’s an equally safe and effective alternative to LASIK? It’s called Epi-LASIK, a laser vision correction procedure that’s less invasive because there are no corneal incisions involved.     Just like LASIK, Epi-LASIK is used to treat various refractive errors, such as astigmatism, myopia, hyperopia, and presbyopia.   To help you determine if it’s the right refractive treatment for you, we’ve put together a quick guide to Epi-LASIK procedures. Read on below!   What is Epi-LASIK?   Epi-LASIK is a new form of surface-based refractive surgery that combines the desirable features of conventional LASIK (laser in-situ keratomileusis) and LASEK (laser epithelial keratomileusis).   It’s more similar to LASEK in the sense that it doesn’t make any corneal flap, but rather separates a thin layer of cells (called epithelium) on the front surface of the cornea using specialised equipment.   Meanwhile, it’s different from LASIK because the separ...