Support Your Active Lifestyle With Fewer Limitations
Tired of glasses or contacts? Refractive surgery may be a good option for you! Refractive surgery is a type of eyesight operation used to improve vision by reshaping the cornea, the clear dome at the front of your eye. At Vision Quest Medical Center, we offer a variety of refractive surgery options to meet your individual needs.
LASIK
LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) uses a laser to permanently reshape the cornea, correct vision problems like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. During the procedure, a thin flap is created in the cornea, allowing a precision laser to remove small amounts of corneal tissue to alter its curvature. This reshaping allows light to focus correctly on the retina, improving visual acuity. LASIK eye surgery is a common and safe procedure suitable for many patients.
PRK
PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy) is another laser eye surgery that corrects vision by reshaping the cornea. Unlike LASIK, PRK removes the outer layer of the cornea to precisely sculpt the underlying corneal tissue. The removed outer layer regenerates naturally over several days. PRK is an option for individuals with thinner corneas, those involved in contact sports, or those with certain occupations that could potentially dislodge a LASIK flap. While PRK generally has a slightly longer recovery period than LASIK, both procedures offer effective and safe vision correction for many people.
Benefits Of Refractive Surgery
Refractive surgery offers several significant benefits, including significantly improved vision, reduced dependence on glasses or contact lenses, and increased freedom and flexibility in daily activities. Patients of laser eye surgery are able to enjoy a more active lifestyle with fewer limitations.
At Vision Quest Medical Center, we’re committed to providing our patients with the highest quality of care. Our board certified surgeons will work with you to determine if refractive surgery is the perfect fit for your lifestyle. Schedule your LASIK eye surgery consultation below to get started!
