Choosing between Lasik & Epi-Lasik

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Hi,

Epi-LASIK and all-laser-LASIK produce very similar results for most patients, so there is likely little reason to choose one over the other in terms of clarity of vision, unless your surgeon advises otherwise.

The main difference between the two is in the speed and comfort of recovery, as Epi-LASIK patients take much longer for the vision to fully clear and the first few days are more uncomfortable. In exchange for a longer recovery, Epi-LASIK offers the advantages that you note of no flap cut and no flap trauma concerns in the future. However, you should discuss your lid cleaning/flap concerns with your surgeon.

There are several pages on our website that compare and contrast flap and no-flap procedures. In reality, very few surgeons do a true Epi-LASIK procedure anymore. Most just do PRK.