Traditional LASIK surgery

In traditional LASIK surgery, a round, thin flap is cut from the cornea’s surface in a way that leaves part of it still connected. It’s gently folded back to expose the stroma, the next level of tissue. Then an excimer laser is directed precisely onto the stroma to vaporize tiny areas, thus removing irregularities that are causing defective vision. The little flap is then replaced and the eye heals itself in a day or two.