According to this article there’s a newer type of lasik vision correction surgery called Epi-Lasik.
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Epi-LASIK is similar to the more common procedure, but it uses a different type of blade to peel back the cornea, and it cuts a thinner layer.
Before the surgery, a wavefront laser, which is different from [...]
October 3rd, 2008 | Posted in Lasik Surgery Side Effects | 1 Comment
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