What is PRK?

PRK (also called LASEK or Advanced Surface Ablation) is an excellent alternative to LASIK. Without making a flap, the cornea is re-shaped by removing a microscopic layer of tissue. The reshaping allows light rays to bend and focus for improved vision.

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Benefits

The laser used can make a difference in your results. The doctors of the Key-Whitman Eye Center have chosen the Wavelight® Allegretto Wave® Eye-Q flying spot laser from Alcon® because they feel it provides safety and gives superior results. Wavelight with its German engineering is a pioneer in wavefront research. This laser is designed to adapt to the unique curvature of your eye, reshaping it more closely to the curve of an ideal, natural eye. As a result Wavelight® Allegretto Wave® Eye-Q helps preserve the quality of your vision by ensuring your eyes are reshaped to be able to focus more accurately.

The laser uses PerfectPulse Technology® to ensure the stability of the laser beam from the time it is created in the cavity to its exit of the laser onto your eye. It incorporates an active, fast-track eye tracker to confirm centering of the laser treatment in addition to following your eye's normal movements during the treatment. Knowing the laser is following your eye gives a great sense of security during your laser eye treatment.

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Results & Candidacy

The ideal candidate for PRK is 18 years of age or over. Patients should not have had a significant change in their prescription in the last 12 months. People with certain medical conditions may not be good candidates for PRK.

Conditions Treatable by PRK include:

• Myopia, or nearsightedness with or without astigmatism
• Hyperopia, or farsightedness with or without astigmatism
• Those over or under corrected after other refractive surgery or cataract surgery

Check the calendar and register for a free seminar, or call The Key-Whitman Eye Center at 866-605-4455. These seminars are held monthly at different locations. Please see the calendar for upcoming dates, times, and locations.

Complimentary consultations are available to find out if PRK with Wavelight® and Intralase® is right for you. Learn why thousands have trusted the Key-Whitman Eye and Laser Center for caring service and excellent surgical results. For more information about any of these life-changing eye care services, please contact us. To schedule an appointment, you may call 888-215-1999 or schedule your free consultation online.

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Risks & Complications

The decision to have refractive eye surgery is an important one that ultimately only you can make. It is important to have realistic expectations and that your decision is based on facts, not hopes or misconceptions. As with any surgery, there are risks and the possibility of complications. These will be discussed in the office.

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What Does The Fee Include?

The fee is a comprehensive charge, which includes all preoperative measurements and examinations, surgical and facility costs, post-operative eye care and enhancement procedures as indicated in your package choice. Ask about our payment plans, cash discounts and Money Back and Lifetime Enhancement Guarantees.

Contact us for more information about any of these life-changing eye care services. To schedule an appointment, you may call 888-215-1999.

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