Improve Your Vision with PRK
Eliminate your need for glasses and contacts!
For more than 110 years, we've helped hundreds of patients achieve 20/20 vision or better through PRK. If you've been told you don't qualify for LASIK but still desire freedom from glasses and contacts, PRK can help you see vision correction in a whole new light.
What is PRK Eye Surgery?
For patients who want to eliminate glasses or contacts but have been told they have thin corneas, certain corneal diseases, or specific lifestyle constraints, PRK is a vision correction procedure that can drastically improve vision.
PRK stands for Photorefractive Keratectomy. It's a vision correction procedure that has many similarities to LASIK. Like LASIK, PRK greatly improves your vision by reshaping your cornea to focus light more directly onto the retina, which leads to clear vision.
The way PRK accesses your cornea is what differentiates it from LASIK. Many patients are surprised to learn that PRK has actually been around longer than LASIK, making it a proven and trusted procedure.
How PRK Works
The PRK procedure is performed in two straightforward steps to reshape your cornea and improve your vision.
Removing the Epithelial Layer
The protective layer that covers your cornea (called the epithelial layer) is gently removed to expose the cornea underneath, preparing it for reshaping.
Reshaping the Cornea
Using an excimer laser (the same laser used in LASIK), we reshape the curvature of the cornea, correcting your refractive error and giving you clear vision.
PRK is Customizable to Your Needs
During your comprehensive PRK consultation, we construct a 3D map of your eye, mapping any optical imperfections that can affect the quality of your vision. This map serves as the individual roadmap for your PRK procedure. With this advanced technology, we are able to both quantitatively and qualitatively improve your overall vision following PRK.
Is PRK Right For Me?
Hundreds of patients can now see 20/20 or better and no longer rely on glasses or contacts, thanks to PRK. To determine if PRK is right for you, a comprehensive evaluation with one of our board-certified surgeons is needed.
PRK is Generally Ideal For:
Quick Candidacy Check:
Several factors including age, prescription strength, ocular history, and corneal structure will be carefully considered during your consultation.
Vision Correction For All
No matter what your vision is today, our surgeons can meet with you to discuss the best vision correction procedures and help eliminate your need for glasses or contacts.
Expert Surgeons
Board-certified ophthalmologists with decades of PRK experience
Advanced Technology
3D eye mapping and precision excimer laser technology
Comprehensive Care
Full diagnostic testing and personalized treatment plans
We conduct a comprehensive eye exam and perform several diagnostic tests to evaluate the health of your eyes, document your refractive error, and map your unique eye characteristics. You'll meet with experienced surgeons to discuss your vision goals and develop a personalized treatment plan.
Not Right for PRK?
We offer additional refractive solutions to help you achieve the clear vision you deserve.
PRK FAQs
Get answers to your most common questions about PRK