How is SBK different than LASIK?
Laser creation of thin flap = thinner, more precise flap creation, preserving the corneal biomechanical stability
Stable flap edges, smoother stromal interface
Bladeless procedure = less patient anxiety
Less corneal nerve plexus disruption = Less risk of dry eye
REFRACTIVE RANGE
- -0.50D to -12.00D sphere
- up to -6.00D cyl
PREFERRED FOR
- higher sphere
- higher astigmatism
PROS
- less invasive than mirokeratome laser
- short healing time (3-5 days acute healing)
CONS
- minor risk of flap
- dislodgement with trauma
- Enhancement Rate
at Clarity Laser Vision - 0%
* Clarity Laser Vision outcomes for +/- 3.00D starting spherical equivalent; 3.2% overall enhancement rate
