How do you feel before PRK?
Dr. Matthew Russell reveals what his patients feel before having PRK surgery
Heading towards clearer vision with Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK) can be a mix of feeling excited and a bit nervous. In this blog, Dr. Matthew Russell tells us what patients usually go through before having PRK laser eye surgery. Let’s find out what daily life is like before going through this vision correction procedure.
The countdown
As people get ready for PRK, they often feel really excited because it’s finally the day to say goodbye to glasses and contact lenses. The idea of seeing better makes them look forward to this big step.
Dealing with nerves
Even with the excitement, it’s okay for patients to feel a bit nervous before getting PRK surgery. Dr. Russell wants to make sure everyone knows that PRK is safe, easy, and doesn’t involve any pain. He wants patients to feel calm and know they are in good hands.
Understanding PRK
PRK uses a special laser to fix common eye problems like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Unlike another eye surgery called LASIK, PRK doesn’t involve creating a flap on the eye. Instead, it removes a thin layer of the cornea (the eye’s surface). Dr. Russell explains that this way of doing PRK works well for some patients who might not be right for other types of eye surgery.
Checking if PRK is right for you
Deciding if someone is a good fit for PRK involves looking at things like how thick their eye is, the overall health of their eyes, and the specific eye problems they have. Every person is different, and what works for one person might not be right for another. Dr. Russell says it’s important to check everything before the surgery to make sure it goes well.
The day of the surgery
On the day of PRK surgery, patients might feel a bit of everything – excitement for what’s coming and a bit of nervousness. Dr. Russell wants to reassure everyone that the surgery itself doesn’t hurt, making sure patients know they are in good hands.
After PRK
After PRK, patients might need to wear special contact lenses to help their eyes heal. Dry eyes can also happen, but it’s usually just for a little while. Dr. Russell gives advice on how to handle these things after the surgery and will
It’s really important to remember that PRK is a very safe, straightforward, and pain-free procedure, so there’s nothing to worry about on the day.1 Articles, M., astigmatism, H., Almousa, M. and Doctors, T., 2021. Laser eye surgery for astigmatism | Top Doctors. [online] Top Doctors. https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/medical-articles/how-lasik-helps-astigmatism.
If you would like to learn more about laser vision correction and understand if you’re a good candidate to be free from glasses and contact lenses, then please go to our website and book online for a free laser vision assessment.
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HI I’M DR. MATTHEW RUSSELL YOUR LASER EYE AND CATARACT SURGERY SPECIALIST
With over 15 years of experience, I enjoy the privilege of helping patients of all ages reclaim clear vision or preserve it for as long as possible.
Vision correction and high-precision cataract surgery hinge on the expertise and skill set of the provider who also has access to the most precise tools for the job. Ophthalmic surgeons like me know how to make treatment safe, comfortable and positive for the patient. They know how to minimise the risk of complications and maximise successful outcomes.
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Dr. Matthew Russell
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