LASIK is one of a number of solutions for correcting nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. With LASIK, the Microkeratome is used to shave the cornea to create a flap. The flap then is opened to expose tissue just below the cornea’s surface. Next, the Excimer laser is used to remove ultra-thin layers from the cornea to reshape it to reduce nearsightedness or farsightedness and astigmatism. Finally, the flap is returned to its original position, without sutures.
“LASIK is corneal laser eye surgery, which Bangkok Phuket Hospital LASIK Center provides you with a Specialist in corneal and refractive surgery and the latest Excimer Laser (Wavefront & Non-wavefront System). NIDEK EC-5000 CXIII (Excimer Laser) was approved by US.F.D.A about NAVAX 4th Generation LASIK. This ultra-modern machine has been developed to have more efficiency to over come various factors that some ex-models were unable to provide, such as, Eye Tracker System, adding more accurately Astigmatism correcting Program (TED), Multipoint laser program, Increased ability to save more corneal area, Reducing night vision problems, etc. Bangkok Phuket Hospital LASIK Center ensures we will fulfill the patient’s needs and confidence - we are able to provide you with the highest quality treatment.
Candidate:
· Must be at least 18 years of age and have had stable vision for at least one year.
· Have no corneal diseases or other eye diseases, Thyroid, SLE, and Keloid.
· Not be pregnant or breast feeding.
· Have a complete understanding of the advantages and disadvantages of the surgery.
· Have a realistic expectation of the outcome.
· Do not take any medication that effects hormones, such as, birth control, or acne medication.
Procedure:
You should refrain from wearing contact lenses prior to the examination and the operation (Soft lenses: At least 3 days prior and Hard or semi-hard lenses: At least 1 week prior to the examination), an accurate analysis needs the cornea to return to its normal shape.
1. Eyes Examination Process it takes approximately 2-3 hours for the examination. (The dilating medication affects the eyes from 4-6 hours, please bring sunglasses with you and take a taxi or have a friend or family member drive you.)
· Start with checking vision ability, auto-refractive by machine then OPD-scan (Wavefront scanning) to measure the precise imperfection of the eyes from the cornea to the optical system with Wavefront scanning revealing 3-Dimension-Mapping of the cornea.
· Manifest Refraction to measure refractive error.
· Dilate eyes to check the optical system.
· Pachymeter to check the cornea's thickness.
· Meet the ophthalmologist to cyclopegic refraction and to analyze corneas' data and possibility to have LASIK surgery.
2. Operative Process: The process takes 1 hour for preparation and about 1 hour for the operation (Laser Treatment). The patient is required to rest at home for the rest of the day and meet the ophthalmologist the next day to take off the eye-shields
3. Follow-Ups: You will be required to meet with your doctor for post-operation observation visits in the following intervals; 1 day, 1 week, 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year respectively as given to schedule. (Normally after 2-3 weeks, ophthalmologist would allow you to follow up with your own ophthalmologist)
Recovery Time: 2 days(Operation day and next day to take off eye-shields) after your operation, you can begin normal activities Except: Exercise, Hard Work, and Heavy Lifting. Refrain from doing anything that may cause Sweating; Sweat may cause infection
