Specialties

Clouding of the natural lens causing blurred vision.

Usually no. It is performed under local anesthesia with numbing drops.

About 15–20 minutes per eye in most routine cases.

Many patients notice clearer vision within 24–48 hours; it continues to improve over weeks.

Age 18+, stable prescription, healthy corneas, and no active eye disease.

For suitable candidates, it is widely performed with high satisfaction; risks exist as with any surgery.

Often within 24 hours, with refinement over the next days to weeks.

A laser reshapes the cornea without creating a flap, making it an option for thinner corneas.

No corneal flap in PRK; healing is slower with more discomfort initially, but long-term results are comparable.

Functional vision returns in days; optimal clarity can take several weeks.

Expect light sensitivity and discomfort for a few days; pain control and a bandage contact lens help.

A thin, light-sensitive tissue lining the back of the eye, essential for vision.

Sudden floaters, flashes, a curtain/shadow over vision, or sudden vision loss—seek care immediately.

Diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), and retinal tears/detachment.

Yes. Treatments include laser therapy, injections, and surgery depending on the condition.