Kelly Laser Center

If you are not an ideal candidate for LASIK, then PRK may be the right procedure to correct your refractive errors. If your corneas are too thin, steep, flat, or irregularly shaped, LASIK may not be a viable option for you. However, you may be a better candidate for a surface ablation technique such as PRK which removes less corneal tissue than LASIK.

One of the primary benefits of PRK is that there is no need to create a corneal flap. Therefore, all of the risks and complications associated with flap creation are not present in PRK. Other benefits include:

• High success rate
• Can be performed on an outpatient basis
• Quick recovery time – you can generally return to work the next day
• Ideally suited for patients with thin or damaged corneas
• Most PRK patients do not need corrective lenses following the procedure

More than 95% of PRK patients report satisfaction with the results of their procedure, and the majority of patients find that their vision after surgery is similar to their vision with glasses or contacts prior to surgery.

At your initial consultation, Dr. Kelly will evaluate the condition of your corneas to determine the best procedure to correct your vision.

Please contact our New York ophthalmologists today to schedule your initial consultation. Kelly Laser Center treats patients in New York City, Long Island, and Manhattan, New York.