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What is the difference between the lasik and paragon crt?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Surgical vs Lens: Lasik is a surgical procedure that will permanently change the shape of your cornea to diminish its myopia, hyperopia or astigmatism. Paragon crt is a brand of contact lenses(ortho k) worn overnight to temporarily warp your cornea and temporarily reduce myopia during the day.
Answered 6/26/2012
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LASIK permanent: Lasik corrects the prescription permanently by changing the shape of the cornea with an excimer laser. Paragon crt molds the cornea temporarily using a flat contact lens.
Answered 10/5/2012
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