Dry Eyes should choose LASEK
for people with dry eyes, because LASIK often makes eyes more dry:
Can't get LASIK because you have dry eyes?
Many patients with dry eyes or contact lens intolerance want to get rid of their contacts, but were told that LASIK might make their dry eyes worse.
Dr. Chynn helped invent LASEK when he was at Harvard to be able to safely treat people with dry eyes.
Because LASEK is non-cutting, no corneal nerves are cut when the flap is cut (because there’s no flap in LASEK) so dry eyes are avoided.
Dr. Chynn was the 1st eye surgeon in NYC to get LASIK himself (in 1999), but that caused some dry eyes &night glare in his non-dominant left eye. So he didn’t proceed to his right eye.
In 20020, Dr. Chynn got LASEK in his left eye, and avoided the dryness & night glare, although the recovery took longer (3-4 days after LASEK vs 1-2 days after LASIK)
This is why he switched from LASIK to LASEK–because of this own experience getting dry eyes after LASIK!
Since then, he’s successfully treated thousands of patients who were told they weren’t good LASIK candidates because of dry eyes, and none of them got persistent dry eyes after their LASEK (although they did get temporary dry eyes lasting a few weeks afterwards).
We have people flying in from other states & even other countries so they can get LASEK by Dr. Chynn.
If you live far away, sign up for a “Remote Second Opinion”. Dr. Chynn will review the records from your last eye exam, speak to you on video, and speak to your local eye doctor.
We’ll even let you to speak directly to a happy patient he’s treated who had a dry corneas, just like you!
Complete this form & Dr. Chynn will personally answer one question for free
Being told you have dry eyes does not automatically mean you cannot have laser vision correction.
At Park Avenue LASEK, Dr. Emil Chynn evaluates whether your symptoms are significant enough to change which procedure is safest for your eyes.
For many patients, the conversation is not whether laser vision correction is possible, it’s whether LASEK is a better option than LASIK.
Why Dry Eyes Matter
Dry eyes can cause:
- Burning
- Stinging
- Gritty sensation
- Fluctuating vision
- Contact lens discomfort
- Blurry vision that improves after blinking
If your eyes are already dry before surgery, choosing the right procedure becomes even more important.
Why LASEK Is Better Than LASIK
LASIK requires creating a corneal flap.
LASEK does not.
Because LASEK is flap-free, many patients with existing dry eye symptoms choose it as a more conservative approach.
Every patient is different, but dry eye is one of the most common reasons patients seek Dr. Chynn for a second opinion.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I get LASIK if I have dry eyes?
Maybe. Dry eyes do not automatically prevent laser vision correction, but they make LASEK the better choice.
Does LASIK make dry eyes worse?
Some patients experience increased dryness after LASIK because creating a flap affects corneal nerves involved in tear production.
Why is LASEK often recommended for dry eye patients?
LASEK is flap-free, making it a more conservative option for many patients with existing dry eye symptoms.
Should I treat my dry eyes before surgery?
Often yes. Treating dry eye first can improve comfort, vision quality, and surgical outcomes.
Should I get a second opinion if I was told no to LASIK?
Yes. Many patients who are told they are not LASIK candidates seek a second opinion. A more specialized evaluation may identify alternative options.
- Call or email our office to set up a Consultation
- The cost is $300 or FREE if you have valid medical (not vision) insurance
- Don’t wait until your condition gets worse – act now!
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