Laser Vision Correction

Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK)

For patients in the Inland Empire area who may not be ideal candidates for LASIK, TriCounty Eye Institute offers a proven procedure known as Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK). PRK is a precise, minimally invasive method of reshaping the cornea.

Treatment of Nearsightedness

Dr. Mark Schneider of TriCounty Eye Institute uses a state-of-the-art, computerized excimer laser to gently remove a thin layer of tissue from the cornea’s surface and reshape it to the patient’s proper correction in order to help eliminate the need for glasses or contact lenses.

Prior to your PRK procedure, you may be given medication to help you relax and eye drops are placed in the eye to numb it. Once the eye is numb, a small instrument is placed around the eye to keep you from blinking. The laser treatment itself lasts less than 60 seconds, and most patients feel little or no discomfort.

Many of our patients experience some improvement in their vision almost immediately, although it is not uncommon for your vision to be somewhat blurry until the surface heals. During the 24-48 hours after the PRK treatment, most patients will experience a gritty sensation in the eye as well as some minor discomfort. Typically TriCounty Eye Institute patients notice a significant improvement in their vision within 3-5 days following their PRK treatment.

The results for PRK laser vision correction are impressive. In the U.S. clinical trials, 100% of PRK patients studied experienced improved vision. More than 90% were returned to 20/40 sight or better and were able to enjoy life and perform most activities without wearing glasses or contact lenses. Two-thirds in this study achieved 20/20 vision.

This combination of experience and reputation, technology, safety and integrity, is the Schneider Vision Correction Centers difference. 

This is the difference you can trust.