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The LASIK procedure...

1.) A preliminary exam is corneal topography. You'll look into a lighted cone as the computer analyzes the shape of your cornea.	The topographic map of the cornea is displayed on a monitor.


2.) You will then be prepared for surgery and the eye is anesthesized so there is no pain. A microscopic incision is made with a microkeratome, a very precise surgical instrument, so that a flap is created in the cornea. This flap is moved to the side.	3.) Dr. Kung directs the laser beam toward the center of the cornea. It is a "non-thermal" laser, meaning minimal heat is involved. The treatment is very smooth and precise.


4.) This magnified view shows the laser as it removes a microscopic layer of the cornea to change the curvature of the surface.	5.) At the end of the procedure, a new corneal curvature is created so that light focuses more clearly.


6.) The flap is replaced and will heal without stitches.

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