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The LASEK procedure involves preserving the extremely thin epithelial layer by lifting it from the eye\u2019s surface before laser energy is applied for reshaping. After the LASEK procedure, the epithelium is replaced on the eye\u2019s surface.<\/p>\n

This is known as \u2018surface\u2019 laser, and is safer if your corneas are too thin or too steep for LASIK, or when it may be difficult to create a LASIK flap. The success rates for LASEK are very similar to those for the LASIK procedure.<\/p>\n

Surface laser treatments do require a longer period of recovery with more discomfort post-operatively than LASIK but are safer for patients with thinner corneas. 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