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Refractive Eye Surgery

Glasses-free vision is possible for many people. A detailed suitability check helps decide which refractive procedure — if any — is right for your eyes.

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Refractive surgery corrects focusing errors such as myopia (short-sightedness), hypermetropia (long-sightedness) and astigmatism. Different eyes suit different procedures, so we begin with a comprehensive work-up and recommend an option only when your corneal and eye health support it.

What is refractive eye surgery?

Refractive eye surgery reshapes the cornea with a laser, or places a specialised lens inside the eye, so that light focuses correctly on the retina. The aim is to reduce or eliminate dependence on spectacles or contact lenses. Common options include LASIK-type procedures (including i-LASIK and topography-guided Contoura), surface laser treatment (PRK) and implantable collamer lenses (ICL/IPCL) for higher powers or thin corneas.

Symptoms & signs

  • Dependence on glasses or contact lenses for daily activities
  • Contact lens intolerance or discomfort
  • Myopia, hypermetropia or astigmatism with a stable prescription
  • Lifestyle, sports or occupational needs for spectacle-free vision

Causes & risk factors

  • Myopia — eyeball slightly long or cornea too steep
  • Hypermetropia — eyeball short or cornea too flat
  • Astigmatism — uneven corneal curvature
  • Often inherited; prescription usually stabilises in adulthood

Who needs this treatment?

  • Adults (typically 18+) with a stable spectacle power for at least a year
  • Healthy corneas of adequate thickness and regular shape
  • No active eye infection or uncontrolled systemic disease
  • Realistic expectations after counselling

How it is diagnosed

  • Refraction and cycloplegic refraction
  • Corneal topography/tomography
  • Pachymetry (corneal thickness)
  • Tear film and dry-eye assessment
  • Pupil size and dilated retina examination

Treatment options

i-LASIK

A flap-based laser procedure where the corneal flap is created with a laser and the underlying tissue reshaped.

Contoura Vision (topography-guided LASIK)

Treatment guided by the individual map of your cornea, which may help address corneal irregularities.

Streamlight PRK

A no-flap surface treatment — useful for thinner corneas or people in contact sports.

ICL / IPCL

An implantable lens placed inside the eye, an option for high powers or when laser is unsuitable.

Procedure / what to expect

  1. Suitability work-upA thorough assessment determines whether, and which, procedure is advisable.
  2. CounsellingYour doctor explains expected outcomes, alternatives and risks.
  3. Procedure dayNumbing drops are used; laser treatment itself usually takes only a short time per eye.
  4. Immediate careProtective eyewear, drops and rest on the day of surgery.
  5. Follow-upCheck-ups the next day and over the following weeks.

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Benefits

  • Reduced dependence on glasses or contact lenses
  • Options for a wide range of prescriptions
  • Day-care procedures with quick routine recovery for most patients
  • Personalised choice based on corneal assessment

Technology used

  • Corneal topography and tomography mapping
  • Excimer and femtosecond laser platforms (as available at the hospital)
  • Wavefront/topography-guided treatment planning
  • Detailed pre-operative diagnostics

Specific equipment models: to be confirmed by the hospital

Recovery

  • Recovery speed varies by procedure — LASIK-type procedures are usually quicker than PRK
  • Some dryness or glare is common for a while
  • Use lubricating and prescribed drops as advised
  • Avoid swimming and eye make-up for the advised period

Precautions

  • Stop contact lenses for the period advised before your assessment
  • Do not rub your eyes after surgery
  • Wear sunglasses outdoors in the early weeks
  • Inform your doctor about pregnancy, autoimmune conditions or medications
Every eye is different. Results vary between individuals, and no treatment outcome can be guaranteed. Your ophthalmologist will discuss the expected benefits and risks for your specific condition.

Frequently asked questions

Laser reshaping of the cornea is permanent, but natural age-related changes such as presbyopia (reading difficulty after 40) can still occur later.

Age alone does not decide suitability. People over 40 may have other options; your doctor will advise after examination.

There is no single best procedure. The right choice depends on your corneal thickness, shape, prescription and lifestyle.

Numbing drops are used, so most people feel pressure rather than pain. Some discomfort can occur after PRK during surface healing.

Why choose Jawahar Eye Hospital?

  • Specialist-led diagnosis and treatment planning
  • Modern diagnostics and surgical systems
  • Clear explanation of options, risks and costs
  • Day-care procedures wherever appropriate
  • Structured follow-up after treatment
  • Convenient location on Delhi Road, Meerut
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Doctors for Refractive Surgery care

Dr. Umang Varma, Cataract & Refractive Surgery at Jawahar Eye HospitalCataract & Refractive Surgery

Dr. Umang Varma

Chairman, Medical Director & Senior Phaco-Refractive Surgeon
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  • Experience: XX+ years

Dr. Umang Varma leads Jawahar Eye Hospital and focuses on comprehensive eye care, including cataract surgery, refractive surgery (i-LASIK, PRK, laser vision correction,…

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