See the Difference with Contoura Vision

This step prepares the cornea for laser correction and is performed with extreme precision using a femtosecond laser. Alternatively, a fine blade called microkeratome can be used to create the flap.

• 1. Topical Anaesthesia (Numbing Drops):

  Ensures a completely painless experience; no injections are required.

  2. Femtosecond Laser Flap Creation:

  A thin corneal flap (typically 100–120 microns) is created with micron-level accuracy.

  3. Customised Flap Parameters:

  Flap diameter, thickness, and hinge position are tailored based on corneal anatomy, not one-size-fits-all.

  4. Uniform Planar Flap (Not Meniscus):

  Modern lasers create a more uniform flap, improving healing and visual outcomes.

  5. Flap Is Lifted:

  The flap is gently lifted to expose the stroma layer for the laser ablation.

This is the core of Contoura LASIK surgery, where actual vision correction happens using highly customised laser pulses.

• 1. Topography-Guided Treatment:

  The laser follows your unique corneal map, correcting not just power but surface irregularities.

  2. Excimer Laser Ablation:

  Removes microscopic corneal tissue with sub-micron precision without generating heat damage.

  3. Eye Tracking Technology:

  Advanced trackers adjust for even the smallest eye movements in real time.

  4. Higher-Order Aberration Correction:

  Improves issues like glare, halos, and ghosting, something standard LASIK may not fully address.

  5. Ultra-Fast Treatment Time:

  Typically 30–60 seconds per eye, depending on the prescription.

This final step initiates natural healing, with no stitches or invasive closure techniques.

• 1. Flap Repositioning:

  The corneal flap is gently placed back and aligns naturally due to corneal adhesion properties.

  2. Immediate Surface Stabilisation:

  Within minutes, the flap begins to adhere securely without sutures.

  3. Protective Measures:

  Eye shields or precautions may be advised to avoid accidental rubbing.

  4. Post-Operative Medication Protocol:

  Includes antibiotic, anti-inflammatory, and lubricating eye drops to support healing.

  5. Neuroadaptation Phase:

  The brain gradually adapts to improved visual signals—this is why vision continues to refine over weeks.

  6. Follow-Up Schedule:

  Regular check-ups ensure flap position, healing, and visual quality are progressing as expected.