LASIK is an exciting and extremely effective outpatient procedure that can significantly reduce even the most severe prescriptions. In its second decade of use, LASIK technology uses the precision and sophistication of the Excimer laser to reshape the cornea which allows light rays to focus more precisely on the retina.
The advanced technology of the Excimer laser offers an unparalleled degree of precision, control and safety to the surgical correction of visual refractive errors. Using the Excimer, LASIK only takes seconds to treat a lifetime of nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
The LASIK procedure is safe and effective because it is performed under a protective layer of corneal tissue. After the eye is numbed with topical drops, a special instrument creates a thin protective flap in the cornea. The flap is gently lifted and folded back while energy from the Excimer laser is applied to reshape the underlying cornea. Immediately following the laser, the flap is closed and it seals instantly without the need for stitches.
The Excimer is a cool laser beam that will not damage the surrounding eye tissue. It generally takes no longer than 20 minutes to perform the LASIK procedure on both eyes. With minimal surface area to heal, there is less chance of scarring and patients usually report only minor post-operative discomfort. The results are truly amazing.
To learn more about the benefits of the LASIK, schedule an appointment today.
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Morganton Eye Physicians, PA is pleased to announce the association of Dr. Jeremy Bonkowske for the practice of Cornea and External Disease and Surgery. Dr. Bonkowske obtained his medical degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine and completed an internship at the University of Missouri Department of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bonkowske completed his ophthalmology residency at Wake Forest University, where he served as Chief Resident. Dr. Bonkowske completed a comprehensive one-year fellowship in cornea, external diseases, and refractive surgery at the Dean McGee Eye Center at the University of Oklahoma.
Dr. Bonkowske is now accepting patients at our Morganton, Marion, Forest City, and Shelby locations.
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