8 key factors of Contoura Vision surgery Vs. LASIK surgery & which is better for you

Contura Vision vs Lasik Surgery

The eyes are one of the body’s most important parts, enabling you to see and observe the world. Various vision complications can occur at any age and can be corrected by wearing a lens or glasses. However, for most people, wearing contact lenses or glasses can be very uncomfortable and hurt their active lifestyles. As a result, many opt for a permanent solution like vision correction surgeries.

Those who choose laser eye surgery find themselves weighing the two most popular options: Contoura eye surgery and Standard LASIK surgery.

Quality of vision

Various case studies have compared visual outcomes, safety, and efficacy of Contoura eye surgery and Standard LASIK.

  • Contoura eye surgery – It provides the best quality vision. Two out of three patients experience better vision than standard 6/6 visual acuity.

  • LASIK surgery– It provides normal vision.

Pain & discomfort

The laser procedure itself does not hurt. Anesthetic drops are given to numb the eye completely. There is a possibility of discomfort after the procedure for 3 to 4 hours, which is easily controlled by medication.

  • Contoura eye surgery– Painless

  • LASIK surgery– Painless

Post-surgery eye-dryness

Eye-dryness is the most common side effect of all laser refractive procedures. Virtually all patients report some degree of dryness in the immediate postoperative period. It is usually relieved by lubricating drops and disappears within 2-3 months. Unfortunately, this is an inevitable side effect, and all the procedure causes the same level of eye dryness.

  • Contoura eye surgery– Temporary mild eye dryness

  • LASIK surgery– Temporary mild eye dryness

Tissue saving & corneal strength

All laser refractive procedures involve reshaping the corneal surface so that your cornea to refract light on the retina precisely. The cornea is reshaped by removing microscopic amount of tissue with a laser.

  • Contoura eye surgery– It ensures maximum tissue saving possible. It uses only 10-13 microns of tissues to correct 1.0 D power.

  • LASIK surgery– LASIK utilizes 12-15 microns of corneal tissue to correct 1.0 D of spectacle power.

Re-treatment

In rare cases, a slight refractive error may remain even after surgery, requiring vision enhancement.

  • Contoura eye surgery– It is easy to enhance vision. If the enhancement is performed within the first post-op year, the corneal flap can be lifted without difficulty.

  • LASIK surgery – Re-treatment is possible and is as effective as Contoura Vision.

Recovery

Almost all patients who go through laser vision correction are happy about their recovery time.

  • Contoura eye surgery– It has immediate visual recovery. The patient’s vision starts clearing out within two hours after the surgery. By the next day, the vision is perfect.

  • LASIK surgery– Fast recovery but usually takes 4-5 days.

Precision

Both procedures in the discussion are good techniques. Instead, the whole procedure is done using one or multiple lasers. The bladeless technique offers greater precision and more safety.

  • Contoura eye surgery– Delivers the most precise results, with Excimer Laser and Topolyser.

  • LASIK surgery– Provides 95% precise results.

COST

Any laser procedure you elect is performed only after carefully evaluating your eye and overall case of vision complications. Likewise, the exact price is determined after thoroughly examining the affected eyes and health history.

The complexity of the error can affect the cost of the procedure, but you may expect the range is given below:

  • Contoura eye surgery – Rs 60000 to 75,000/- for both eyes.

  • LASIK surgery – Rs 45,000 to 50,000/- for both eyes.

If Bladeless surgery is done, cost further increases.

As we can see, Contoura Vision laser correction costs slightly more than other laser spectacle removal surgeries. It is partly because the technology is the most advanced and requires specialized equipment. However, if you have any questions or are looking for Contoura and LASIK surgery in Thane, contact us, and book an appointment right away!

 

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