I have had multiple PRK treatments. I completely understand why it is not mainstream.
It is an unpleasant procedure and the recovery is quite painful. There is a reason why it is almost never done today.
It is an unpleasant procedure and the recovery is quite painful. There is a reason why it is almost never done today.
https://moskowitz-eye.com/blog/most-popular-laser-eye-surger...
It seems that ASA is a wide term for methods of moving the epithelium and replacing it after the procedure. I had this with one of my treatments. It is far more pleasant. It makes sense that it is growing in popularity.
I had it done about fifteen years ago. My vision was perfect for a decade, but now I'm back in glasses.
PRK recovery was certainly uncomfortable, but I'd gladly do it again for another decade without glasses.
Yes, if the ophthalmologist messes up. Sadly!