Want to improve your eye vision? Here’s what to know!

Some people don’t prefer wearing contact lenses or glasses as they can become a hindrance to their active lifestyles. Therefore, people with poor vision often look for permanent options to correct their vision. 

Medical science has made prominent advancements in vision correction surgery. Today, you can choose from a variety of different vision correction surgeries. These surgeries correct the shape of the cornea to allow the light to focus on the retina.

One such popular vision correction surgery is PRK surgery. It is a laser surgery procedure that helps in improving your vision. PRK, also known as Photorefractive Keratectomy, is used to correct refractive errors. PRK is an ideal solution if you have vision issues like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. 

Why PRK Surgery?

PRK can be a viable option to treat mild to moderate vision problems. Since it involves reshaping the cornea, it allows more light to pass through. Consequently, enhancing your vision. The surgery is highly effective in fixing vision issues, often resulting in 20/20 or 20/40 vision. It is an outpatient procedure, which means you are allowed to go home the same day of the procedure. However, you are not allowed to drive. So it is always advised to bring a friend or a family member who can drive you back home. After undergoing the procedure, you may experience some discomfort for a couple of days. Once recovered, you can expect enhanced vision. 

How does it work?

As mentioned earlier, it involves reshaping the cornea of the eye. However, unlike other laser procedures, it does not involve creating a flap. In fact, after the surgery, new cells are developed in the eyes to enable them to focus better. A qualified doctor can help you choose the right procedure to correct your vision after carefully evaluating your eyes. 

Alternative options to correct your sight 

Even though PRK is one of the best procedures available out there to correct your vision. However, not every person is eligible to undergo this surgery. However, don’t fret! LASIK surgery is an alternative procedure that can significantly improve your sight. 

LASIK surgery is a two-step process. During the first step, your doctor changes the shape of the cornea with the help of an ultraviolet light beam. During the following step, the doctor will cut a flap in your cornea and pulls it back to expose the corneal tissue underneath.

Here is what you can expect after your LASIK eye surgery!

Recovery period: Day one 

1. Once the effects of anesthesia wear off, you may experience some discomfort after your laser eye surgery. 
2. It is normal to feel an itching or burning sensation in your eyes post LASIK eye surgery. Also, your eye surgeon may prescribe you a pain reliever. 
3. Make sure you get a friend or family member with you on the day of your eye surgery to drive you home safely. Once you reach home, it is recommended to give your eyes rest for 2-4 hours and to not get involved in any strenuous activities. 
4. The next day after LASIK, you can get back to the office. However, make sure you protect your eyes by using sunglasses whenever you go outside during the day time. On the other hand, for nighttime, you should always wear eye shields while sleeping. 
5. You may also experience blurred vision, dryness, sensitivity to light and puffy eyes after your eye surgery, all of which will fade off within a few days. 

LASIK eye surgery is also an effective procedure to fix your vision problems.

If you are looking for an eye specialist to check whether you are the right candidate for Lasik procedure, you can get in touch with Dr. Joseph Dello Russo at Dello Russo Laser Vision. Keeping in mind the current situation caused by the novel coronavirus, we are currently offering a complimentary LASIK video consultation to discuss whether you are a good candidate for either PRK or Lasik eye surgery.