5th Avenue Eye Center Offers Epi-LASIK for Thin Corneas or Job Hazards
Epi-LASIK may be another alternative to conventional LASIK technology to consider if you have either thin corneas or work in a profession where you’re at risk of getting hit in the eye. Determining which laser vision correction procedure is best for you is a clinical decision that requires the experience and judgment of a skilled cornea and refractive surgeon.
Old Bridge, NJ, October 03, 2012 --(PR.com)-- “Not everyone who wants LASIK eye surgery in NJ is a good candidate for what we call 'traditional' LASIK surgery,” said Dr. Ilan Cohen. “However, there are alternatives, such as Epi-LASIK, that permit more people to have laser vision correction who would otherwise not qualify. It's not necessary to continue suffering with eyeglasses or contact lenses.”
Dr. Cohen, director of 5th Avenue Eye Center, serves patients throughout the Tri-state area with his state-of-the-art New York & New Jersey LASIK and cataract surgical techniques. He hopes to educate people throughout the world about the many different procedures that are available today in refractive surgery beyond LASIK. "The procedures and laser technology continue to evolve; it's a very exciting time," says Dr. Cohen.
Epi-LASIK is short for Epithelial Laser in Situ Keratomileusis. Epi-LASIK does not require the use of alcohol to loosen epithelial cells, thus causing less discomfort when compared to LASEK, for example, and avoiding potential damage to corneal cells. Epi-LASIK also eliminates the need for cutting a corneal flap which is the main cause of most traditional LASIK complications. There is little to no difference between LASIK and Epi-LASIK in the final visual acuity that can be achieved. The primary difference is that the healing time after Epi-LASIK may be longer.
Epi-LASIK may be a better choice for patients with irregular corneas or corneal tissue that is too thin for creating a good LASIK flap. Patients who work in jobs that put them at risk for getting hit in the eye (police officer, soldier, pro boxer, raquetball player, etc.), which could dislodge the LASIK flap months or years later, may want to consider Epi-LASIK as well.
“While Epi-LASIK is a great alternative to LASIK, I always warn people that no type of laser vision correction surgery is entirely risk-free,” Dr. Cohen said. “LASIK and Epi-LASIK are not for everyone. At 5th Avenue Eye Center, safety is our number one priority and the procedure we recommend will depend on your unique situation.”
Some of the potential risks of Epi-LASIK and LASIK include the following:
-- Seeing “halos” or “starbursts” around light sources.
-- Too little vision correction.
-- Too much vision correction.
-- Cloudy vision.
-- Double vision in one or both eyes.
“The good news is that serious complications with LASIK and Epi-LASIK are very rare,” Dr. Cohen said. “The best step to take when considering laser vision surgery is to consult with a corneal specialist who can offer you the most treatment options.”
5th Avenue Eye Center is a comprehensive eye center with locations in Old Bridge, New Jersey as well as the Manhattan and Queens boroughs of New York City. Dr. Cohen, a graduate of Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, was fellowship trained in corneal and cataract surgery at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee and Catholic Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts. His innovative techniques and ability to correct other surgeons’ mistakes has earned him international media attention on CBS, CNBC, and FOX News and a reputation as one of the best LASIK surgeons in NJ.
For more information or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Cohen, call 5th Avenue Eye Center at (732) 679-6100 or visit http://www.worldclasslasik.com.
Dr. Cohen, director of 5th Avenue Eye Center, serves patients throughout the Tri-state area with his state-of-the-art New York & New Jersey LASIK and cataract surgical techniques. He hopes to educate people throughout the world about the many different procedures that are available today in refractive surgery beyond LASIK. "The procedures and laser technology continue to evolve; it's a very exciting time," says Dr. Cohen.
Epi-LASIK is short for Epithelial Laser in Situ Keratomileusis. Epi-LASIK does not require the use of alcohol to loosen epithelial cells, thus causing less discomfort when compared to LASEK, for example, and avoiding potential damage to corneal cells. Epi-LASIK also eliminates the need for cutting a corneal flap which is the main cause of most traditional LASIK complications. There is little to no difference between LASIK and Epi-LASIK in the final visual acuity that can be achieved. The primary difference is that the healing time after Epi-LASIK may be longer.
Epi-LASIK may be a better choice for patients with irregular corneas or corneal tissue that is too thin for creating a good LASIK flap. Patients who work in jobs that put them at risk for getting hit in the eye (police officer, soldier, pro boxer, raquetball player, etc.), which could dislodge the LASIK flap months or years later, may want to consider Epi-LASIK as well.
“While Epi-LASIK is a great alternative to LASIK, I always warn people that no type of laser vision correction surgery is entirely risk-free,” Dr. Cohen said. “LASIK and Epi-LASIK are not for everyone. At 5th Avenue Eye Center, safety is our number one priority and the procedure we recommend will depend on your unique situation.”
Some of the potential risks of Epi-LASIK and LASIK include the following:
-- Seeing “halos” or “starbursts” around light sources.
-- Too little vision correction.
-- Too much vision correction.
-- Cloudy vision.
-- Double vision in one or both eyes.
“The good news is that serious complications with LASIK and Epi-LASIK are very rare,” Dr. Cohen said. “The best step to take when considering laser vision surgery is to consult with a corneal specialist who can offer you the most treatment options.”
5th Avenue Eye Center is a comprehensive eye center with locations in Old Bridge, New Jersey as well as the Manhattan and Queens boroughs of New York City. Dr. Cohen, a graduate of Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, was fellowship trained in corneal and cataract surgery at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee and Catholic Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts. His innovative techniques and ability to correct other surgeons’ mistakes has earned him international media attention on CBS, CNBC, and FOX News and a reputation as one of the best LASIK surgeons in NJ.
For more information or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Cohen, call 5th Avenue Eye Center at (732) 679-6100 or visit http://www.worldclasslasik.com.
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