The Original Laser Vision Correction — Still the Best Choice for Many
Advanced Surface Ablation (PRK/LASEK/epi-LASIK) is the pioneer of laser eye surgery and remains the preferred choice for thin corneas, military personnel, and patients not suitable for LASIK.
30+ yrs
Proven History
No Flap
Surface Treatment
95%
Success Rate
3-5 Days
Recovery
How Surface Ablation Works
Instead of creating a flap, the thin outer layer (epithelium) is gently removed. The excimer laser then reshapes the exposed corneal surface. The epithelium naturally regenerates in 3-5 days.
- No flap creation — entire corneal thickness available for treatment
- Same excimer laser technology as LASIK
- Epithelium grows back completely within 5 days
- Protective contact lens worn during healing
When PRK Is Preferred Over LASIK
PRK isn't "second best" — it's actually the preferred choice in many clinical situations and delivers identical long-term visual outcomes to LASIK.
- Thin corneas that can't safely accommodate a LASIK flap
- Military and law enforcement (no flap displacement risk)
- Contact sports athletes (boxing, martial arts, rugby)
- Previous corneal surgery or irregularities
- Patients with epithelial basement membrane dystrophy
Recovery & Long-Term Results
While initial recovery is slower than LASIK (3-5 days vs 1 day), long-term visual outcomes are identical. By one month, PRK and LASIK patients achieve the same visual acuity. By three months, results are indistinguishable.
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