Your Expert for PRK in Melbourne
Dr Edward Roufail brings both experience and passion when offering high-precision PRK to his Melbourne clients. He understands the busy lifestyles led by people living in Melbourne, with PRK being a great solution to the inconvenience of glasses and contact lenses. Dr Roufail is committed to achieving the best visual outcomes possible for all his valued patients.
What is PRK?
PRK stands for photorefractive keratectomy and is one of a number of laser vision correction options. PRK gives Melbourne patients an opportunity to see clearly without needing to rely on aids such as glasses and contact lenses. PRK surgery utilises a state-of-the-art excimer laser to permanently correct your refractive error, including myopia (short-sightedness), hyperopia (long-sightedness), and astigmatism.
In Melbourne, PRK is a popular technique of laser vision correction alongside LASIK surgery. It carries an advantage over LASIK, especially for people with thinner corneal thicknesses or those in vocations at risk of the flap-related complications that come with LASIK surgery.
All About the PRK Eye Surgery Procedure
Prior to undergoing PRK surgery, you will have a thorough examination with Dr Roufail and his clinical team to determine the most suitable refractive surgery options for your eyes and your lifestyle. As laser eye surgery procedures carry risk, to be eligible for PRK surgery, you will need to meet certain criteria to ensure the procedure is safe for you. Among other factors, these criteria include the presence of eye diseases and measuring your corneal thickness.
After your PRK surgery, Dr Roufail will insert a soft bandage contact lens over your cornea, which will support your healing process towards clear vision. You will be given eyedrop medications and post-operative instructions on how to optimise your recovery after PRK laser eye surgery.
Book your appointment with Dr Roufail for all your comprehensive eyecare needs.
Dr Edward Roufail has been performing state-of-the-art PRK in Melbourne for years. With further specialist training in all laser vision correction techniques, your vision is in safe hands.
Frequently Asked Questions
Am I eligible for PRK laser eye surgery?
Your suitability for PRK surgery or any laser treatment will be determined at your initial appointment with Dr Roufail. He will assess several factors, including your corneal thickness, to determine which laser eye surgery technique is most appropriate. As a general rule of thumb, PRK eye surgery is suitable for prescriptions of up to -12.00 of myopia, +6.00D of hyperopia, and up to -4.00D of astigmatism. The PRK procedure is not suitable for treating presbyopia.
Is the PRK eye surgery procedure safe?
In Melbourne, PRK laser eye surgery is considered a safe and effective form of laser vision correction when the excimer laser is applied by an appropriately qualified health practitioner, such as Dr Roufail and his clinical team. However, PRK eye surgery is considered a surgical or invasive procedure, and so does carry some risk. This is why your eye surgeon will always assess you first for vision problems such as pre-existing dry eye and the overall health of your corneal tissue.
Note: Surgical or invasive procedures carry inherent risks. As part of our standard practice, we thoroughly discuss these risks during the consent process before any surgical procedure. Your understanding and comfort are our utmost priority.
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A doctor that brings a combined 40 years of eye surgery experience in Armadale, Mornington Peninsula and Melbourne
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