Yes — LASIK can be performed a second time (called an enhancement or re-treatment) if residual prescription, regression, or under-correction occurs after the first procedure. Eligibility depends on your remaining corneal thickness.
Key Facts
- LASIK enhancement is possible if sufficient corneal tissue remains
- The surgeon will measure your remaining corneal thickness before offering enhancement
- Enhancement is typically offered 3–12 months after the first procedure when vision has stabilised
- Enhancement rates are low with modern LASIK — around 3–8% for high prescriptions
- Enhancement may involve lifting the original flap or performing surface PRK
Guidelines & Tips
- Enhancement is usually included in the total package price at reputable centres
- Do not consider enhancement within 3 months — wait for full prescription stabilisation
- Corneal thickness below 400 microns may make re-treatment unsafe
- PRK (surface treatment) can be an alternative to LASIK flap re-lifting for enhancement
- Annual eye checks after LASIK monitor for regression that may warrant re-treatment
- Centre For Lasik includes free enhancement consultation in post-operative care
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