Laser Eye Centre In Delhi

  Q.  What is LASIK? A. LASIK , the short form of laser in-situ keratomileusis, is a surgical procedure done to correct the vision. The correction of eyesight is done in patients suffering from  myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism . It is one of the most performed surgery all-overs the world with a high success rate. This procedure provides prolonged freedom from glasses and contact lens to the patient. This surgery comes under the refractive correction procedure as it helps in correcting the refractive errors in vision. The person may experience immediate enhancement in the vision. Barring few complications which can be minimized through proper preoperative evaluation and appropriate surgical technique and expertise the surgery is considered as one of the safest. Q.  How is LASIK surgery performed? A. LASIK is laser vision correction procedure utilizing a laser called EXCIMER laser . These are high energy beam which transfers the energy to corneal tissues. The surger...

  Following are the post-operative protective measures followed by the patients: Vision changes during the first few weeks are normal. Do not panic. Do not drive until you feel confident about safe driving. Wear protective glasses for at least four days after surgery. This will help you to avoid accidentally rubbing the eye and prevent eye exposure to dust. In the first week itself, you will feel much better as irritation, redness, and discomfort progressively subsides. Avoid using any eye make-up or lotions for at least 7 days after the surgery. Avoid contact with water and soap to eyes while bathing. Do not play any contact sports for one week post-surgery as it may lead to an eye injury. Avoid any strenuous activity which may lead sweat to enter your eyes. Do not swim for at least 14 days after surgery. Although you can read, watch television, or work on the computer screen but do not forget to use lubricants and take short breaks. Use goggles with a high preventive index from U...

  Dr. Rajiv Bajaj MBBS, MS – Ophthalmology – LASIK Surgeon In Delhi Dr. Rajiv Bajaj  is a renowned Ophthalmologist practicing in the Pitampura area of Delhi. He is the founder of Bajaj Eye Care Centre, a center equipped with ultra-modern facilities that provide solutions to a wide range of eye ailments. The  NABH accredited  center known for its professional excellence is present on the panel of leading insurance companies, Govt. Organizations and the majority of TPA’s for Cashless Mediclaim Facilities  Dr. Bajaj  is an MBBS graduate from Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi. He further pursued a post-graduation MS in Ophthalmology from Delhi University at Safdarjang Hospital which has added immensely to his surgical experience in the subject. Prior to independent practice,  Dr. Bajaj  served at Safdarjang Hospital, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, Maharaja Agrasen Hospital, and Sant Parmanand Hospital which have been his immense sources of experien...

Factors Affecting Candidature For Refractive Surgery AGE one should be at least 18 years or more in age to undergo the procedure. In males it is preferable to have attained 19 years. Otherwise there is no age limit for the procedure. After 40 years of age the preferred procedure is  PRESBYOND  which corrects and targets the ability to see distant as well as near objects. STABILITY OF REFRACTIVE ERROR (NUMBER OF GLASSES) it is better to have a stable refraction for at least six months prior to the procedure. TYPE OF REFRACTIVE ERROR All types of refractive errors can be treated with  LASIK  that is myopia (short sightedness), hypermetropia (long sightedness), and astigmatism (cylindrical powers ). CORNEAL PARAMETERS Lasik is a procedure performed on the most front transparent layer of the eye called cornea. Its examination is important in determining the candidature for all laser vision correction procedures. Parameters affecting are corneal thickness, overall curvatu...

Lasik Eye surgery   is currently the trending option for correcting vision problems, while   ReLEx SMILE  is a novel and advanced procedure. There are differences between both procedures. Some of these differences are: Procedural difference:  Both ReLEx SMILE and Lasik consists of two steps. However, there are certain basic procedural differences. The degree of incision in Lasik is 270 degrees, while in ReLEx SMILE, it is 90 degrees. Lasik comprises creating and lifting the flap on the upper surface of the cornea and reshaping the tissues of the lower layer. The surgeons create a flap because it is highly uncomfortable for the patient if the surgery is done on the first layer due to its high sensitivity. The surgeon reshapes the cornea with the help of an excimer laser. Unlike a flap formation in  Lasik surgery , the  ReLEx SMILE  comprises the creation of an intrastromal lenticule. For creating the lenticule, the doctor makes two cuts, i.e., posterior...

Some medical conditions cannot be delayed just because of COVID-19, they should perform in a highly organised and preventive manner. There are various protocols to prevent the virus from the spread to patients as well as healthcare workers. Wear surgical masks, gloves and face shields Eye care examiner should wear a surgical mask, face shields and gloves during close procedures. The glove must be changed or disinfected after every eye examination.The patient should not allow entering in the hospital without wearing a mask. Proper equipment sanitization All the equipment involved in procedures should be disinfected with alcohol after every eye examination.Disposable and single-use instruments are encouraged to use in the surgeries. Promote e-payments Avoid cash payment as it increases the risk of virus spread. Encourage the use of the online mode of bill payment to reduce the possibility of transmission. Limit patient time in the office Healthcare professional should allow only one pati...

Introduction Many hospital systems and medical practices have been affected during the COVID 19 pandemic due to several changes in protocols. The ophthalmology procedures are also affected in this pandemic. LASIK eye surgery  is a selective procedure which means it is not a medical emergency. It has been the world’s most popular surgery that corrects farsightedness, nearsightedness and astigmatism. How Covid-19 Affects The Eyes? Many organs in the body, including the respiratory tract, are lined by mucous membrane. The membrane is susceptible to the coronavirus. It also lines the surface of the eye and eyelids and is known as the conjunctiva.  The virus transmission through conjunctiva is a rare condition and cause conjunctivitis. In this condition, your eye appears pink & the inner membrane (conjunctiva) gets inflamed. The typical symptoms associated with the coronavirus are fatigue, fever and a dry cough and the primary mode of transmission still is infected droplets. Th...

Physical tissue  recovery in ReLEx SMILE is quicker when compared to LASIK. This is because there is not ‘cut’ or flap made. You will be able to see immediately after the treatment is completed and you sit up although your vision will be blurry. The small incision through which the lenticule is removed heals very quickly, by end of the day or next.  However in case of LASIK it takes usually 15 days. We will ask you to start using your eye drops later on the day of your procedure. Artificial tears can be used to keep the eyes well lubricated, in case your eyes feel dry or gritty. Few things to remember for speedy recovery: While going outdoors at least for a week wear sunglasses after the surgery. You may be a book lover but avoid any intense reading for 48 hours. After the procedure, it is advisable not to drive, as you will be more light sensitive. Now you have to avoid travelling for at least a week as you will be asked to come for follow-up visits. Stay away from any form o...

Any LASIK procedure consists of two steps: ·          CREATING A CORNEAL FLAP ·          TREATING THE UNDERLYING CORNEA WITH A LASER now we shall discuss the above two points in detail… creating a corneal flap. Corneal flap can be created either using a blade or using a laser called femtosecond laser. We at  BAJAJ EYE CARE CENTRE  use the best of technologies for both of the techniques. In  BLADE LASIK  we create a flap using not a surgical blade but an instrument called automated computerized microkeratome. For flap creation with microkeratome we use the world’s best and trusted MORIA ONE USE PLUS SBK microkeratome which has a capability of producing very thin flaps measuring equivalent to 90 microns. This technique is called SBK LASIK (sub bowmans keratomileusis ). The thinner flap in the range of 90 microns ( 1 mm is equivalent to 1000 microns ) has obvious advantages. · ...