Refractive surgeries are done to reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or contact lenses. These are not disease treatments but vision correction procedures.
Why Consider It:
- You have myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), or astigmatism
- Your eye power is stable for 1+ year
- You are 18 years or older
Symptoms:
Difficulty in daily tasks without glasses
Preference for glass-free or lens-free lifestyle (e.g., for sports or profession)
Types of Refractive Surgeries:
- LASIK – Laser reshapes the cornea. Fast, safe, and effective.
- PRK – Surface laser procedure; an option for thinner corneas.
- SMILE – Minimally invasive with no flap; suitable for high myopia.
- ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) – A soft lens implanted inside the eye; great for people with high power or thin cornea who are not fit for LASIK.
- Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) – The natural lens is replaced with an IOL (like in cataract surgery), even if there’s no cataract. Ideal for patients over 40.
Benefits:
- Clear, natural vision
- Minimal downtime
- Long-lasting results
- Improved lifestyle & confidence
