How much does Epi-LASIK cost?
The traditional Epi-LASIK procedure typically costs between $500 to $1,000 per eye, while custom Epi-LASIK using wavefront technology costs between $1,500 to $2,000 per eye. Our doctors offer flexible financing options to help make your treatment more affordable.
What is the average cost of LASIK surgery in India?
The complexity of your refractive error can affect the cost of your surgery, but you may expect to pay in the range of Rs 85,000 to 1,00,000 (approx.)
How long does Epi-LASIK last?
The effects of Epi-LASIK are usually permanent. You will find that your vision improves after 3 to 4 days and continually over the next few months. The one thing to keep in mind is that our eyes do change when we reach our forties as a result of the ageing process.
What is Epi-LASIK surgery?
Epi-LASIK is a refractive surgery technique designed to reduce a person’s dependency on eyeglasses and contact lenses. Invented by Dr. Ioannis Pallikaris (Crete, Greece), the technique is basically an automatic LASEK without alcohol; it can be better considered as superficial LASIK.
Is Epi-LASIK painful?
With Epi-LASIK, pain is related to the way the epithelial flap is formed and repositioned after the procedure. If you create a sharp epithelial flap with the edge of the blade, you may be very confident that this patient will not suffer from pain.
Which is better LASIK or Epi-LASIK?
Both Epi-LASIK and LASIK have proven to be equally-effective methods for laser vision correction. While the initial recovery is usually slower with Epi-LASIK compared to LASIK, the final vision result is the same with either method.
Is Epi-LASIK bladeless?
Epi-lasik Head (Safe, Effective, Permanment) A unique bladeless instrument called epikeratome separated the corneal epithelium to make a flap.
Can you do Epi-LASIK twice?
Yes, both eyes can undergo LASIK surgery on the same day. We can perform the surgery on a separate sitting if you wish. After the first surgery is done, you can do the second surgery on the following day or one week later.
Is Epi-LASIK detectable?
Epi Contoura procedure does not involve creating a flap, it does not leave any scar hence it cannot be detected on slit lamps and other routine eye checkups and with special no touch technique it has become a preferred choice for people into sports or those applying for government medicals like navy, police, army.
What is the average cost of LASIK?
The most experienced surgeons tend to charge a little more since they are bringing a higher level of skill to the procedure. Depending on the components listed above, LASIK eye surgery cost can run anywhere from $1,000 to more than $3,000 per eye.
Is LASIK worth it?
LASIK can be worth it from a financial perspective in some cases and especially if you needed corrective lenses as a child. You can look at it as an investment in your future against what you expect it to cost for glasses/contacts for the rest of your life. The older you are when considering LASIK, the less likely it will make sense financially.
Why PRK over LASIK?
The final results of PRK surgery are comparable to LASIK outcomes, but initial PRK recovery is slower because it takes a few days for new epithelial cells to regenerate and cover the surface of the eye. There also is a slightly increased risk of eye infection and haziness of vision in the first few days after surgery.
How much does laser eye surgery cost?
The Real Cost of Laser Eye Surgery The cost of laser eye surgery can range from as low as $299 per eye to up to $4,000 or more per eye.