Corneal Thickness and LASIK Candidacy

One of the considerations Dr. Huynh will make when evaluating your eyes for Custom LASIK surgery is the thickness of your cornea. Some laser surgery, such as PRK, is used to reshape the outside of the cornea in the same manner as RK, only with more precision. With LASIK, a small flap of the cornea is shaved off and folded over like a hinge. The laser is then used to reshape the interior of the cornea to the desired specifications.

In order to perform LASIK, the cornea must be thick enough to allow for an adequate corneal flap. Careful measurements are made prior to surgery to ensure that there is enough corneal material to use. If you are not eligible for LASIK, you may still benefit from laser vision correction with PRK.

To find out if you are a good candidate for LASIK vision correction, it is important to see a qualified laser vision specialist. If your regular eye doctor is unsure of whether your cornea is thick enough for surgery, you may want to seek a second opinion.

If you are looking for permanent vision correction and would like to do away with eyeglasses and contacts forever, you might consider LASIK vision correction. Please contact a laser vision specialist near you to schedule a thorough evaluation.