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Originally Posted by atb112
I guess the lack of long term studies is something to consider for sure. My eyes seem pretty dry naturally, which causes my contacts to pop out once in a while. I'm worried about having my eyes become even more dry after having LASIK.
How does the Intra-Lasik differ from regular LASIK/LASIK MD?
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The Flap is cut with a Laser, instead of a blade... which means it is a much finer, straighter cut. That means that the healing will occur with my less scarring. Scarring and uneven healing distrupts the tear film and may lead to dryness. If you allready suffer from Dry eye the AST may be something to consider.. You are not cutting the nerve fibers that control the tearing mechanism like you are with other procedures. Therefore the eye is better able to tell when it is dry.
You should book yourself a consultation with both Mitchell and Gimble/Demong and see who you have more confidence with. Ask tough questions. I personally know that Demong and gimbel are honest and straightforward... I have never met Dr. Mitchell so i do not have an opinion on him as a person. Gauge your comfort level with each of them.