PRK & Epi-LASIK Eye Surgery at
The Eye Care & Surgery Center in New Jersey

PRK and Epi-LASIK are two types of vision correction surgery  called "Advanced Surface Ablation" that we perform at The Eye Care &  Surgery Center in New Jersey for the correction of nearsightedness,  farsightedness and astigmatism. PRK and Epi-LASIK are a type of Laser Eye  Surgery called “surface ablation” because they are performed on the surface of  the of cornea. They are called "Advanced" because through the application of  advanced laser technology and treatment protocols they offer many benefits  over the way early Laser Eye Surgery was performed.

About PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy)

PRK has been performed in the United States since 1995 and as such has withstood the test of time in terms of safety, efficacy and predictability. In addition, PRK today has been greatly improved in terms of overall patient comfort and visual recovery as compared to the PRK procedures performed in 1995. Advances in the laser technology, such as the Wavelight Allegretto®  Wave as well the availability of newer treatment medications make PRK of today an excellent choice for a number of patients.The PRK procedure is somewhat similar to LASIK in that a laser is used to reshape the cornea in order to  correct your vision. The key difference between PRK and LASIK is that no  “flap” is  created during PRK. Instead, the laser is used to produce your  optical correction by reshaping the outermost surface of the cornea, rather  than under a flap, as in LASIK. PRK requires the removal of a thin layer of  the corneal epithelium, which may produce varying degrees of temporary discomfort for up to a few days after your treatment.

With PRK, Dr. Confino will often prescribe additional medications and a thin, soft bandage contact lens to make you more comfortable for a few days after your treatment. PRK has a distinct place for some patients. PRK is recommended for those patients: A) whose corneas are too thin to have LASIK safely, B) whose corneas display evidence of scarring from infection or trauma, or C) who are active or reserve military personnel.

About Epi-LASIK (Laser Epithelial In-Situ Keratomileusis)

Epi-LASIK, which is known medically as Epithelial Laser In-Situ Keratomileusis, is a type of corneal laser eye surgery called advanced “surface ablation”. In the Epi-LASIK procedure, Dr. Confino uses a specially designed, precise, “non-cutting” instrument to gently create a thin “flap” of corneal epithelium. He achieves this by gently separating the epithelium from the underlying corneal layer without cutting any tissue. Epi-LASIK may be appropriate for patients who have thin corneas, certain corneal conditions, for those who participate in contact sports or are on active military duty and might not otherwise be good candidates for LASIK.

Once, Dr. Confino has created and lifted the epithelial “flap”, he then applies the laser energy to reshape your cornea to correct your optical prescription, just as with LASIK. After applying the Excimer Laser, Dr. Confino will remove the epithelial “flap” and place a thin soft “bandage” contact lens in place to protect the corneal surface.

If, after your consultation, Dr. Confino feels that PRK or Epi-LASIK will provide you the best possible results, he will fully discuss the risks, benefits and concerns with you in order to answer all of your questions.

Eye Care & Surgery Center provides PRK & Epi-LASIK Eye Surgery in New Jersey and is conveniently located for New Jersey patients from Westfield, Iselin, Warren, Old Bridge, East Brunswick, Sayreville, Milltown, North Brunswick, Kendall Park, Somerset, Dunellen, Bridgewater, Manville, Bound Brook, Raritan, Edison, Colonia, Woodbridge, Metuchen, Avenel, Carteret, Piscataway, Middlesex, Somerville, South Plainfield, North Plainfield, Roselle Park, Garwood, Clark, Kenilworth, Cranford, Gillette, Berkeley Heights, Stirling, Scotch Plains, Summit, Chatham, Watchung, Pluckemin, Rahway, Plainfield, Mountainside, Springfield, New Providence, Basking Ridge, Bedminster, Bernardsville, Millington, Union, Elizabeth, Linden, Jersey City, Irvington, Orange, West Orange, Livingston, Short Hills, Florham Park, Madison, Bloomfield, Montclair, Clifton, Garfield, Wayne, Parsippany, Troy Hills,  and Paramus New Jersey. To schedule an appointment for a Free Consultation please call us at 800.504.1083.

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