I need an honest opinion from a doctor who is not trying to get my business.
I'm a candidate for both LASIK (bladeless) or PRK. I have done my homework and read up on both procedures. I don't feel 100% comfortable with either because of the risks involved, however my question is, which is more risky?
PRK and loosing Bowman's layer, or LASIK (bladeless) and having a flap cut to perform the procedure? I'm only in my 20s so I am thinking long term, which one would mean less complications?
If *you* were to have it done, which one would you chose? If a close family member was going to have it done, which one would you recommend?
I appreciate your answers :)
It's also important to know that if either is done and both eyes have 20/20 without glasses that you will still need reading glasses in your early mid 40s and as you get older no line bifocals. These procedures do not keep you out of glasses for life.
JCH MD