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A member asked:
Is epi lasik less painful than lasik? i am considering epi lasik surgery. is this more painful than lasik?
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No: Epilasik has less discomfort at the time of surgery. But the healing process lasting 2-3 days may be painful. This pain can be overcome with drops and pills.
Answered 9/25/2013
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No: Epi-lasik is more painful than lasik.
Answered 3/1/2013
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