Forget LASIK: Safer, cheaper vision correction without lasers or incisions

PrescriptionNews newsroom brief · 1d ago · 1 min read · via sciencedaily.com

Scientists are developing a possible alternative to LASIK that reshapes the cornea without cutting it or using a laser. The technique uses a small electric potential and a specially shaped platinum lens to temporarily soften the cornea, allowing it to be molded in about a minute.

Scientists are developing a possible alternative to LASIK that reshapes the cornea without cutting it or using a laser. The technique uses a small electric potential and a specially shaped platinum lens to temporarily soften the cornea, allowing it to be molded in about a minute. This story matters for Health & Wellness readers tracking prescription. Reported by sciencedaily.com. Read the full original at the source link below.

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