The SILK™ treatment
Smooth Incision Lenticular Keratomileusis (SILK™) is a laser eye surgery treatment that offers vision correction for people with myopia with and without astigmatism. The SILK procedure is performed using ELITA™.
SILK™ is a technologically advanced, minimally invasive surgical vision correction procedure1 that may allow people to see the world more clearly.
As the next generation of laser vision correction, SILK™ is designed for extra precision.1
The ELITATM laser creates the lenticule by making minute perforations which are very close to each other (contiguous cut).2 This ensures a silky smooth cut, which is a major technological advancement.
Older technologies employ lasers which cut through the cornea making perforations which are separated, leaving behind a rough edge, known as tissue bridges.2 SILK™ technology eliminates these tissue bridges2, making lenticule extraction significantly easier for surgeons.
Smooth Incision Lenticular Keratomileusis (SILK™) is a laser eye surgery treatment that offers vision correction for people with myopia with and without astigmatism.*
*The SILK procedure is performed using ELITA™ femtosecond laser system (ELITA™).
The Smooth Lenticule Removal technology is enabled through advanced features such as:
The similar shape of the lenticule on both surfaces for better surface matching.
A short pulse duration of the laser means a tiny spot on the cornea.
Want to know how SILK™ compares to other procedures? Compare SILK™ with LASIK.
SILK™ uses a flapless approach with ultra-low pulse energy and contiguous laser spots. This is designed for easier lenticule extraction and potentially faster recovery.2
A biconvex lenticule has matching curved surfaces on both sides, unlike traditional plano-convex designs.3 This shape is designed for better surface matching and aims to preserve more corneal structure.2
The laser cutting portion takes approximately 16 seconds per eye.3 The entire procedure, including preparation, generally takes 15-20 minutes for both eyes.
Clinical studies show 96% of patients achieve 6/6 vision by six months.3 Learn more about benefits and recovery expectations.
THIS PRODUCT IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE BY THE GENERAL PUBLIC
SILK™ is a surgical treatment and as with any medical procedure, risks and potential complications may occur.
Consult your eye doctor to see if laser vision correction with SILK™ is suitable for you.
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*SILK™ is a surgical treatment and as with any medical procedure, risks and potential complications may occur. Consult your eye doctor to see if laser vision correction with SILK™ is suitable for you.
