Surface Laser

Treats

  • Short-sightedness

  • Long-sightedness

  • Astigmatism

  • Presbyopia

Surface laser is the original method of laser eye surgery introduced in the 1980s. It has been called many different things, e.g. Photo-refractive keratectomy (PRK), Trans-epi PRK, LASEK, and Advanced surface ablation (ASA). Since the 1980s, it has dramatically changed, with modern lasers now even capable of correcting and treating irregular corneas. Surface laser remains an essential method for thin, scarred or irregular corneas and those unsuitable for the other techniques.

The visual recovery is slower than the other methods, taking a fortnight to reach ~80% of the final outcome. The vision will finally settle during the first three months.

 
 

Key benefits

Safe

Millions of people have been safely treated around the world.

No Flap

Surface laser does not require a flap.

Greater range of suitability

The ability to treat complex corneas: scars, irregular and thinner corneas. Also more suitable for patients who may suffer from mild dry eyes or other conditions.

Minimally invasive

The laser treatment is applied to the eye's surface, often without any contact with the eye.