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What is LASIK?

LASIK which is an acronym for combining PRK or excimer with another procedure which enables Dr. Bosem to bypass the step of removing the epithelium of the cornea. A special instrument called a keratome is used to make a thin flap like a lid in the cornea leaving the epithelium alone. The flap is lifted and the excimer laser is used to reshape the cornea and the flap closed. The cornea still has all of its structures intact and there is essentially no recovery time or discomfort at all. Nothing has to grow back. LASIK also had the advantage of being more effective in nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism and, when necessary, enhancements are easily performed by lifting the flap and applying laser.

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