Laser Eye Surgery Forum

LASIK vs LASEK

I have been for a consultation with two companies for eye laser surgery. The first recommended LASEK and provided me with a consent form for mitomycin C. The second recommended LASIK. My prescription is right eye -6.25 -1.75cyl and left eye -6.5 -2.00cyl. Both companies said I had average cornea thickness. I am not sure why each company recommended different options and there was a big difference in treatment price so I would appreciate any advice.

Generally speaking Lasek is used for thin corneas. When you have a high prescription like yours you have to laser more of the cornea. The surgeon who recommended lasek has taken into account how thick your corneal tissue is and how much he has to remove and decided that lasek is the best option for you. But the surgeon who recommended Lasik would not have recommended Lasik if he thought you were not suitable. It may be better to seek another consultation with the surgeons for more reassurance before you go ahead and make any decision.