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For the majority of people who are in the military there are two options. Traditional Laser-Assisted in situ Keratomileusis (LASIK) or Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK).
The short answer is PRK. The long answer follows:
LASIK is a procedure in which the cornea has a small flap cut into it using a blade called a microkeratome. The flap is then lifted, and a laser (The Excimer Laser) is used to shape the interior of the corneal flap. The advantages of LASIK are the reduced pain and healing time. The disadvantage of LASIK is that years down the road the flap may become dislodged, and you would lose your vision until the flap could be repositioned, and even then you may not be able to see clearly again.
PSK is a procedure in which the cornea has the epithelial layer scrubbed off, and then the laser reshapes the surface of the cornea. After the procedure you will be required to wear a contact lens bandage over your eyes, which will be removed 3-4 days later. There is more pain over the next few days as compared to LASIK, but there is no chance of a flap coming undone.
The U.S. Army's current policy is that Pilots must have PRK rather than LASIK.
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Which is the better surgery LASIK, Contoura or Z LASIK?
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What are the advantages of IntraLase Lasik compared to Traditional Lasik?
The benefits of IntraLase Lasik is it's suppose to give better vision. Patients where tested in each eye and the preferred IntraLase Lasik over Traditional Lasik.
Can an army ranger be a jet pilot?
No. In fact, since the army doesn't have any jets, no army personnel can become a jet pilot.
How effective is lasik?
Lasik is a very effective eye surgery. Nearsighted or farsighted patients usually get excellent results with Lasik vision correction procedure. Progress in Lasik technology during the last years has also translated to a higher chance of obtaining 20/20 or better vision. According to available statistics, more than 90 percent of patients who have Lasik done obtain 20/40 or better vision after procedure and no longer have to use eyeglasses or contact lenses; 55 percent of patients get 20/20 or better vision after Lasik. The FDA found that complications take place in 1% to 5% of Lasik procedures.
Why did Charles Lindbergh become a pilot?
to be an army reserve pilot.
Who flies a helicopter in the army?
A helicopter pilot flies a helicopter in the army.
Is the eye surgery offered by Lasik MD safe?
There are many things to consider when choosing a lasik eye surgen. Make sure they are reputable, clean and check with the Better Business Bureau. It might also help to talk to people who have had lasik surgury.
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Is uni-ball better or pilot pen?
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What are the release dates for The Army Show - 1998 Pilot 1-1?
The Army Show - 1998 Pilot 1-1 was released on: USA: 13 September 1998
Who was Baron Bon Richthofen better known as?
Baron Bon Richthofen was better known as the Red Baron. The Red Baron was a German fighter pilot with the German Imperial Army Air Force. He died in 1912
How much is lasik vision and what are the benefits?
Lasik vision is eye surgery that changes the shape of your eye to improve vision. The major benefit is the freedom of no longer needing to wear eye glasses or use contacts. In fact, in most cases Lasik surgery will improve your vision better than eye glasses will.
