I have had 2 LASIK procedures already (original and one enhancement). Several years since my LASIK enhancement surgery. My right eye has 0.75 of astigmatism. The doctor said he doesn't recommend I do PRK but would do it if I requested. However, he told me PRK is a one time procedure and if I'm not satisfied with the result, I wouldn't be able to do it again. Is this true? If I get PRK now (I'm in my mid 30's), can I do it again (a 2nd time) when I'm in my 50's to treat presbyopia?
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The first thing to try is definitely waiting longer, I would recommend six more months. Most glare and halos vanish after 6 months but they can last longer. For now they are manageable with brimonidine and your vision is good. Most glare and halos are caused by having a small amount...
I have performed more surface ablations after RK to fix consecutive hyperopia, which is what it sounds like you have, than any other surgeon in NYC. we just presented 200 similar cases recently
i used to perform PRK for this problem, but now i only perform LASEK. scarring after PRK over RK...
I like the fact that your surgeon is stressing MMC and Vit C, as without these you will scar, so it's good that he knows about both and is comfortable working with MMC
i am not as happy w the fact that he will be performing a PRK in 2012. i performed my last PRK in 1999. in my opinion, LASEK...