Got my pentacam scan done, and my doctor said I couldn't get regular LASIK, my power is -8 and corneal thickness is 540.(photos)

April 18, 2016
Asked By:krishpot in New York, NY

Just wanted a second opinion, what are my best options?

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Answers (3)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
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April 19, 2016

Answer: Not a Canidate for LASIK

Basil Pakeman, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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April 19, 2016

Answer: Not a Canidate for LASIK

Basil Pakeman, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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April 20, 2016

Answer: Borderline topography or orbscan or pentacam for LASIK

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April 20, 2016

Answer: Borderline topography or orbscan or pentacam for LASIK

April 19, 2016

Answer: PentaCam scan and Lasik

April 19, 2016

Answer: PentaCam scan and Lasik

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