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Please advise what is the difference between laser & lasik eye surgery?

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Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Similar: Lasik is a type of laser eye surgery. It is the one most commonly performed, but there are others as well. Your eye surgeon will determine which is the best procedure for your eyes.

Answered 1/23/2014

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