Is PRK eye surgery worth it?

The results from PRK are just as good as the results from LASIK are. Over 95% of patients achieve 20/20 vision or better. The recovery period is longer after having PRK, but it’s worth it for excellent vision!

What is the success rate of PRK surgery?

In terms of the overall success rates of PRK, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) estimates the overall success to be around 95 percent. This means PRK patients experience a notable improvement in their vision quality.

How painful is PRK after surgery?

According to Adler, the surgery itself is painless because of the numbing eye drops, but once the effect of the drops wears off, you may start to feel some discomfort. This sometimes feels like a scratch on the eye and lasts for about four days after the surgery.

How long does it take to get clear vision after PRK?

After a PRK procedure, it takes a week for the surface cells to grow back on the surface of the cornea. It takes anywhere from two to six weeks for the cells to smooth and allow for clear vision. It can take up to three months for maximum vision after PRK.

Can your eyesight get worse after PRK?

In the first day or so after PRK, vision in the treated eye may be good. As the top surface layer heals, your vision may actually get slightly worse. This is expected and due to the slightly “bumpy“ nature of the new epithelium under the bandage soft contact lens.

Is PRK safer than LASIK?

Overall, PRK is considered to be safer and more effective in the long term because it doesn’t leave a flap in your cornea. The flap left behind by LASIK can be subject to greater damage or complications if your eye is injured.

Can I use my phone after PRK surgery?

It may last up to 4 days with PRK. When after surgery can I use my computer, tablet, and cell phone? It will not harm your eyes or their recovery from surgery if you try to use your eyes immediately. However, most patients feel more comfortable closing their eyes for the first few hours after surgery.

What is the average cost of PRK eye surgery?

You’ll need to wear nonprescription sunglasses on sunny days. The cost of PRK varies based on where you live, your doctor, and the specifics of your condition. On average, you can expect to pay anywhere from $1,800 to $4,000 for PRK surgery. PRK and LASIK were both designed to correct refractive vision problems by reshaping the cornea.

Is PRK better than LASIK?

PRK is the better surgery for the long term since there is no risk down the road of the LASIK flap re-opening or creating complications. However the short term recovery is much worse than LASIK – that is probably why it is less popular. LASIK is good but there is the potential to dislodge the flap if you get hit in the eye down the road.

Is PRK surgery worth it?

The results from PRK are just as good as the results from LASIK are. Over 95% of patients achieve 20/20 vision or better. The recovery period is longer after having PRK, but it’s worth it for excellent vision! Recovering After PRK

How long is recovery after PRK laser eye surgery?

The full Laser Eye Surgery recovery process typically lasts about three to six months. But don’t be disheartened: this is only the time it takes until your eyes and vision reach 100 per cent and for the dry eye symptoms to resolve.