lasek (Meaning)
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lasek (n)
a refractive surgery procedure that reshapes the cornea
Synonyms & Antonyms of lasek
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lasek Sentence Examples
- LASEK is a type of laser eye surgery used to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
- LASEK stands for laser-assisted subepithelial keratectomy.
- LASEK differs from other laser eye surgery methods in the way the surgeon creates a flap on the cornea.
- During LASEK, the surgeon uses a blade or a laser to create a thin flap in the top layer of the cornea.
- The surgeon then folds back the flap and uses a laser to reshape the cornea.
- After reshaping the cornea, the surgeon replaces the flap.
- The flap acts as a bandage, protecting the cornea as it heals.
- LASEK typically takes about 15 minutes per eye.
- LASEK is a relatively painless procedure, but some people may experience mild discomfort during or after surgery.
- The recovery time after LASEK is typically about one week.
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a refractive surgery procedure that reshapes the cornea
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LASEK is a type of laser eye surgery used to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
LASEK stands for laser-assisted subepithelial keratectomy.
LASEK differs from other laser eye surgery methods in the way the surgeon creates a flap on the cornea.
During LASEK, the surgeon uses a blade or a laser to create a thin flap in the top layer of the cornea.
