LASIK

Advanced LASIK Eye Surgery in Miami

At the office of Harish Raja, MD FACS we specialize in cutting-edge LASIK procedures designed to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Led by Dr. Harish Raja, our Miami-based team combines advanced technology with personalized care to deliver life-changing vision correction.

Freedom from Glasses Starts Here

LASIK is a safe, effective solution for reducing dependency on glasses or contacts. Our customized approach ensures precise results tailored to your unique vision needs.

Custom LASIK Surgery

Tailored Precision for Your Eyes Using advanced technology, we map your cornea’s unique imperfections to create a personalized treatment plan. This bladeless procedure reshapes your cornea with unmatched accuracy, addressing higher-order aberrations for sharper vision—even in low-light conditions.

Bladeless LASIK Technology

Enhanced Safety & Comfort We utilize a femtosecond laser (instead of a microkeratome blade) to create a precise corneal flap. This minimizes risks, speeds recovery, and ensures a gentler experience compared to traditional methods.

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Why Choose Harish Raja, MD FACS?

LASIK remains the most popular option for laser vision correction, a testament to the over 40 million people who have underdone LASIK eye treatment since its inception. Compared to SMILE, it allows for easy retreatment if needed and, compared to PRK, it offers more rapid vision recovery. Additionally to LASIK having an excellent track record of safety when patients are screened:

  • Expertise: Dr. Harish Raja is a board-certified ophthalmologist with over a decade of LASIK experience.
  • Advanced Technology: FDA-approved femtosecond lasers for precision and safety.
  • Personalized Plans: Custom treatments based on your prescription, corneal shape, and lifestyle.
  • Proven Results: Thousands of patients have achieved 20/20 vision or better with our care.

What is LASIK Eye Surgery?

LASIK (Laser-Assisted in situ Keratomileusis) is a type of laser eye surgery used to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. It is a quick, painless, and safe procedure that can improve vision in as little as one day.

During LASIK surgery, a partial thickness flap is made in the cornea. This flap is then lifted, and laser is applied to reshape the underlying corneal bed. The flap is then repositioned and allowed to heal on its own without the need for sutures. All together, LASIK surgery takes about 20 minutes for both eyes, and most patients achieve excellent vision by the next day.

How effective is LASIK Vision Correction?

Before the onset of presbyopia (usually around the age of 45), LASIK is very effective at delivering excellent distance, intermediate, and near vision. In fact, most patients achieve 20/20 vision by the very next day. After the onset of presbyopia, the use of mini-monovision (i.e., setting one eye for distance vision and the other eye for intermediate vision) offers greater spectacle independence. That’s the whole point, right?

What can I expect after LASIK Eye Surgery?

After surgery, you will be able to go home immediately. You will see your Lasik surgeon the next day as well as one week, six weeks, and three months after surgery to ensure proper healing. On the day of surgery, you will be encouraged to go home and nap (not a bad deal) to allow the LASIK flaps to heal. This ensures proper placement of the flap long term. Most patients notice a “smokiness” to their vision for the first day which is completely normal and which quickly resolves over the next day or two. By the next day, almost all patients see at or near 20/20. You will be started on a short course of antibiotic and steroid eye drops to promote healing.

Frequently asked questions

LASIK surgery is not for everyone. You must meet some criteria to qualify for it. Some of these criteria are:

  • You must be at least 18 years old, or better yet, over 21 years old, when your vision is more stable.
  • Your eyesight prescription must not have changed significantly in the past year.
  • Your vision problem must be one that LASIK can correct.
  • Your corneas must be thick and healthy enough, and your eyes must be in good condition overall.
  • You must understand the benefits and limitations of LASIK surgery.

The best LASIK surgery depends on your individual needs and goals. Connect with us to determine which type of LASIK surgery is best for you.

It is advised to wait at least 24 hours after LASIK before using a phone, computer, tablet or watching TV, as your eyes will be sensitive during the healing period.

It is generally recommended by the lasik surgeons that you wait at least 24 hours after LASIK before washing your face. You should avoid getting soap and water in your eyes for at least several days after LASIK.

 

You will need to wear the plastic shield(s) or goggles every night for the next five nights. This will prevent you from rubbing your eye(s) during sleep. For the first two weeks after surgery, wear sunglasses even when it is cloudy outside.

Ready for Clearer Vision?

Take the first step toward visual freedom. Schedule your free LASIK consultation with Dr. Harish Raja in Miami today.