The Weinstock Laser Eye Center

LASEK

LASEK (Laser Assisted Sub-Epithelial Keratectomy) is a suitable alternative to LASIK when thin cornea is not ideal.

In LASEK, the epithelium, or outermost layer of the cornea, is covered with an alcohol solution. Dr. Weinstock loosens the edges of the epithelium creating a flap. Using a tiny instrument, the flap is gently folded back out of the way. The excimer laser applies a cool beam of light, which gently reshapes the cornea allowing images to be more sharply focused by the retina to correct the individual refractive error. After the cornea is reshaped, the epithelium is returned back to its original position. A contact lens is placed on the cornea for a minimum of three days to aid in the healing of the cornea.

Epi-LASIK

Epi-LASIK (Laser Epithelial Keratomileusis) is for patients who might otherwise not be good candidates for LASIK due to a flat, steep or thin cornea or patients whose epithelium has the potential for an epithelial slide. While Epi-LASIK is the best option for patients like these, this procedure may be a suitable option for a wide range of patients.

Finally, the epithelial flap is gently folded back on the cornea with a spatula-like instrument and the eye heals within a few days.

"As a member of the health care community, I thoroughly researched several LASIK eye centers in the area. I compared eye surgeons based upon experience, reputation, and affordability. I am so very pleased with the care, service, and results that I have encountered at the Eye Institute of West Florida. Dr. Weinstock and his team treated me with patience and kindness and answered all of my questions. My surgery took less than seven minutes for both eyes and one of the surgery technicians held my hand throughout the entire surgery. I experienced NO PAIN and recovered from my LASIK eye surgery in less than 24 hours. I am currently seeing better than 20/20 in both eyes and couldn’t be happier. LASIK eye surgery at the Eye Institute of West Florida is TRULY the best investment in my health that I have ever made."

Thank you

Dr. Weinstock
and team.

~Sarah Kathleen Hedman, MA