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See If Laser Eye Surgery Is Right for You

If you’re thinking about saying goodbye to glasses or contact lenses, laser eye surgery could be the solution you’ve been waiting for. At Cambridge Eye Care, our experienced optometrists provide comprehensive consultations to determine if you’re a suitable candidate for the procedure.

We’ll walk you through the process, answer your questions, and assess your overall eye health. Whether you’re interested in LASIK, PRK, or other refractive procedures, we’re here to help you make an informed, confident decision about your vision.

Book your laser surgery consultation with us today and take the first step toward long-term visual freedom.

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What You Should Know Before Surgery

Laser eye surgery can offer long-term relief from refractive errors like myopia and hyperopia, but it is not ideal for everyone. During your consultation, we will carefully evaluate the shape, thickness, and health of your cornea to make sure the procedure is safe and appropriate.

Even after a successful procedure, some patients still need glasses or contact lenses for certain tasks. Our goal is to give you a realistic understanding of what laser eye surgery can do so you can make an informed decision.

What to Expect with Laser Eye Surgery

Laser eye surgery, sometimes called refractive surgery or laser vision correction, refers to a handful of different procedures used to manage refractive problems that can occur due to the shape and power of your cornea and/or lens.

Depending on your visual goals and the health of your eyes, your optometrist can provide you with information and co-manage the following surgeries.

LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) eye surgery is by far the most commonly performed surgery on our list. Your ophthalmologist uses a laser or a tiny blade to create a flap in the superficial cornea, folding it back to allow access to the underlying cornea.

An excimer laser then reshapes the cornea, creating the desired refraction to improve your vision. The corneal flap is then gently folded back into place.

PRK (photorefractive keratectomy) is a very similar procedure to LASIK eye surgery. However, the difference is that the superficial cornea, known as the epithelium, is gently removed instead of the creation of a flap.

An excimer laser reshapes the cornea to the desired prescription, and the epithelium will grow back over the next few days.

If you aren’t a match for LASIK or PRK surgery, you could be a fit for RLE (refractive lens exchange) surgery. Your ophthalmologist removes your natural crystalline lens, replacing it with an intraocular lens with the correct power to eliminate your prescription.

RLE is effectively the same as cataract surgery, but without the cataract.

Pre-Op Preparation

Make sure to book a couple of days off work following the procedure to let your eyes heal. If you are having RLE surgery, your optometrist will provide you with eye drops to start using 2 days before the operation.

On the day of your surgery, make sure you aren’t wearing any makeup, colognes, fragrances, or any other product that may contain alcohol.

Do not wear any clothes made of fleece or wool, which could release small fibers. These products can affect the procedure and could cause complications.

Post-Op Care

Following your surgery, make sure you have transportation to get you home. You won’t be able to drive for a few days while your eyes heal, so it’s essential to have another way to get around, whether that is through public transit, a cab, or a friend willing to drive you.

Your ophthalmologist will give you a pair of sunglasses to help mitigate light sensitivity and protect your eyes. You will be given medicated eye drops along with a regimen to follow to help the healing process.

Your optometrist will schedule a few follow-up appointments to help monitor how well your eyes are healing. You may experience common side effects, including redness, irritation, dryness, and light sensitivity, for a couple of days following the surgery.

Let’s Find the Right Vision Solution for You

If you are interested in having laser eye surgery, please reach out to us to book a consultation. No 2 patients are the same, and every eye responds to surgery differently.

Our consultation process is all about precision and personalization. We’ll assess your eye health, discuss your vision goals, and walk you through the options available. You’ll get honest recommendations based on what’s best for your eyes.

Take the first step toward clearer vision. Contact to schedule your laser eye surgery consultation today.

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