Epi-LASIK Eye Surgery at Spector Eye Care in Connecticut

Epi-LASIK, which is known medically as Epithelial Laser In-Situ Keratomileusis, is a type of corneal laser eye surgery called advanced “surface ablation”. In the Epi-LASIK procedure, Dr. Spector uses a specially designed, precise, “non-cutting” instrument to gently create a thin “flap” of corneal epithelium. He achieves this by gently separating the epithelium from the underlying corneal layer without cutting any tissue. Epi-LASIK may be appropriate for patients who have thin corneas, certain corneal conditions, for those who participate in contact sports or are on active military duty and might not otherwise be good candidates for LASIK.

Once Dr. Spector has created and lifted the epithelial “flap”, he then applies the laser energy to reshape your cornea to correct your optical prescription, just as with LASIK. After applying the Excimer Laser, Dr. Spector will remove the epithelial “flap” and place a thin soft “bandage” contact lens in place to protect the corneal surface.

If, after your consultation, Dr. Spector feels that Epi-LASIK will provide you the best possible results, he will fully discuss the risks, benefits and concerns with you in order to answer all of your questions.

Spector Eye Care and New Vision Cataract & Laser Center provide Epi-LASIK Eye Surgery in Norwalk and are conveniently located for Connecticut Epi-LASIK patients from Norwalk, Westport, Stamford, Stratford, Greenwich, Darien, Wilton, Weston, Ridgefield, Bridgeport, Danbury, Fairfield, Milford, Trumbull, New Canaan or Shelton Connecticut. To schedule an appointment for a Free Epi-LASIK Eye Surgery Consultation please call us at 203.853.9900.