LASIK Alternatives
PRK, Photorefractive Keratectomy, is an excellent and safe way to correct a refractive error such as an astigmatism or near-sighted vision.
Occasionally, a patient will not be a LASIK candidate, but will however qualify for the alternative, PRK procedure. This usually happens when the cornea is thin and therefore would not be safe for step 1 in LASIK surgery.
PRK, Photorefractive Keratectomy works in 2 simple steps:
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Step one is very similar to step 2 in LASIK surgery. Without creating a corneal flap, the ALLEGRETTO WAVE laser is applied to the surface of the eye to re-shape corneal tissue and correct irregularities.
The second and final step is the insertion of a temporary bandage contact lens. This contact lens helps the healing process, it acts as an artificial corneal flap, and it will protect the eye. Since there is no natural corneal flap, the healing process is slightly longer in PRK than in LASIK.
To learn more about our services or to find out if you are a candidate for LASIK please contact our friendly and knowledgeable staff at 781.769.8880.
Phone:
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(781) 769 8880
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Address:
825 Washington St., Suite 230
Norwood, MA
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Thursday:
8:00am-5:00pm
Friday:
8:00am-4:00pm
Optical Hours:
Monday - Thursday
8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday:
8:00am-4:00pm
Phone:
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(508) 623 3880
F: (508) 623 3888
Address:
31 Pine St.,
Suite 201
Norfolk, MA
Hours of Operation:
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday:
8:00am-5:00pm
Wednesday:
10:00am-7:00pm
Friday:
8:00am-4:00pm
Phone:
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(617) 524 7055
F: (617) 524 7023
Address:
2020 Centre Street,
Suite 1
West Roxbury, MA
Hours of Operation:
Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday:
8:00am-5:00pm
Wednesday and Friday:
8:00am-4:00pm
Phone:
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(781) 501 5650
F: (781) 501 5659
Address:
91 Central Street, Suite B
Norwood, MA 02062
Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday:
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday:
8:00am-4:00pm
