Femto Lasik
Overview of Femto Lasik surgery
Femto Lasik acts similarly to traditional Lasik surgery. Therefore, in the first stage, it involves the initial creation of a layer (a thin flap) on the corneal surface. However, what sets Femto Lasik apart is the use of a femtosecond laser device to perform this operation, as opposed to a surgical instrument used in LASIK. This method offers the advantage of exceptionally precise corneal cutting, resulting in significantly reduced post-operative complications. This heightened accuracy and enhanced safety are key benefits of the Femto Lasik procedure.
Questions and Answers about Femto Lasik Surgery Procedures
Frequently asked questions regarding pre- and post-operative procedures for Femto Lasik surgery:
- It is advised to take a bath the night before the procedure.
- Please avoid using any perfumes and makeup around the eyes.
- Please refrain using soft contact lenses for a minimum 3 days, and hard lenses for 3 weeks, leading up to the operation.
- Please inform your doctor of any drug known sensitivities to medications.
It is important to note that these actions are not painful, and your cooperation greatly influences achieving the desired outcome. Therefore, maintain composure, keep calm and pay attention the surgeon’s instructions throughout the procedure.
- Fixate on the blinking green light and avoid moving your eyes or head during the operation.
- The laser exposure lasts less than 20 seconds, depending on the specific type of laser being used. Therefore, refrain from moving your eyes during the time you hear the sound of the laser.
- Rest assured about your eyelids during the operation; because they will be gently held open, minimizing any discomfort. Avoid squeezing or frowning to prevent discomfort and pain.
- Keep your hands clear of the surgical area to prevent any potential contamination.
- Avoid rubbing your eyes.
- Refrain from wearing sunglasses in direct sunlight.
- Avoid exposure to eye-watering situations in the initial day post-surgery.
- Abstain from swimming for at least one month.
- In case of mild discomfort and pain, consider using pain relievers.
- It is safe to resume driving after a few days, exercising caution.
- Avoid applying pressure to your eyes during the initial weeks.
- Smile (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction) surgery is exfoliation of the middle stroma of the cornea, which corrects refractive errors without cutting the anterior layers of the cornea and is recommended for patients with keratoconus. Smile effectively maintains corneal strength more in the best condition. In the Lasek operation, corneal layers are excised after flap creation, with full recovery which is achieved within 3 to 4 days after surgery. Additionally, the corneal nerves in the Lasek operation confronts more damage than in Smile surgery which the recovery is achieved in about 4 to 6 months totally.
- In terms of surgical complications, Smile surgery surpasses LASIK as the preferred option.
It is strictly prohibited due to potential corneal changes associated with pregnancy.
- No, Femto Lasik is not indicated for presbyopia correction.
Yes, the probability of this outcome is higher with Femto Lasik compared to LASIK, Smile, and PRK procedures.