Lasik & Refractive Surgery

In Lasik Surgery, the doctors uses a blade known as a microkeratome to makes a thin surface flap of the cornea, thus exposing the underlying tissues to which the Excimer laser beam is applied to reshape the cornea and change its power. Once the laser ablation is completed, the eye surgeon gently replaces the corneal surface flap.

In LASIK surgery , there is a very low chance of complications as we have a strict screening protocol which excludes patients with risk factors. Almost all complications are very minor and are easily resolved. These may be  temporary development of red spots over the eye, dry eyes, decreased contrast sensitivity and glare.

Yes you are, if
• You are above 19 years of age
• Your refractive error ( power of glasses) has been stable for 6 months
• The power of your glasses is
 Myopia more than -1.0D
Hypermetropia more than +1D
Astigmatism more than +/- 1D

All potential LASIK candidates are screened for risk factors and suitability for the procedure. The LASIK work- up entails a thorough eye examination especially the cornea for corneal thickness ( Pachymetry) and corneal shape ( Topography), the eye pressure and the retina. Patients who are found unfit are then counseled for other modalities such as PRK, ICL etc.

The procedure is typically performed under topical (eye drop) anesthesia. During the surgery you will be asked to lie down on the operating table and focus on a light above. 
The entire LASIK procedure lasts only 15-20 minutes and the laser delivery itself takes less than a minute. You can return home a few hours after the surgery and go back to work after one to three days.

You will be asked to undergo a few tests for evaluation of your fitness for the procedure which requires a period of one week. Also:
• Discontinue using contact lenses 1 to 2 weeks before the investigations
• Inform your doctor about medical problems and allergies
Arrange for someone to drive you home on the day of surgery. Bring along a pair of dark glasses for use after the procedure.

Femto Lasik, also known as ‘Bladeless Lasik’, is one of the most advanced forms of Laser Eye Correction. The corneal flap is made with the Femto laser further improving the safety & precision of the surgery and avoiding any chances of flap -related complications. The chances of dry eye following the surgery is also reduced ensuring a quicker recovery.

At MAX we perform Lasik with the latest technology- (Name of Machine) and Moria SBK Keratome. This optimised treatment results in complete correction of the refractive error as well as correction of minor surface irregularities.
 Correction of these finer irregularities means a better quality of vision with reduced symptoms of glare, haloes, ghost images and improved contrast sensitivity.

MAX is the only hospital in Delhi-NCR to have the Femto-Lasik Machine (Name) and to perform Bladeless Lasik Surgery