November 2016 www.womanthismonth.com 46 Kids Fall Collection Apparel Group launched the new Tommy Hilfiger Kids Fall ’16 collections at its outlet in City Centre Bahrain. Hassan & Thaiba Arni, Jer & Jeiden Management and staff at the event Fadwa & Julia Hala Joseph & Essalyn LASIK or Lasik (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis), commonly known as laser eye surgery or laser vision correction, is a type of refractive surgical procedure for rectifying myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism. A laser is used to reshape the cornea — the clear, round dome at the front of the eye — to improve the way the eye focuses light rays onto the retina at the back of the eye. For most patients, LASIK provides a permanent alternative to eyeglasses or contact lenses. The surgery, a day procedure, only requires eye drops as local anaesthetic. It’s safe and effective, with almost immediate results. The process itself typically takes less than 10 minutes. So, combined with the rapid recovery, LASIK is an excellent option for people who are on the go and living active lifestyles. With LASIK, an ophthalmologist creates a thin flap in the cornea using either a blade or a laser. The surgeon folds back the flap and accurately removes a very specific amount of corneal tissue using an Excimer laser. The flap is then laid back into its original position where it heals in place. What to expect after the surgery: l Around 96 per cent of patients will have their desired vision. An enhancement can further increase this number. l LASIK is virtually painless or associated with very little pain due to the numbing drops used. l Vision is corrected nearly immediately or by the day after LASIK. l No bandages or stitches are required. l Adjustments can be made years after LASIK to further correct vision if it changes with age. “The latest Excimer laser machines and modern technology have been found to achieve high efficiency, safety and precise treatment for different vision correction procedures, especially with the customised ablation profile,” says Dr Toffaha, consultant ophthalmologist at Royal Bahrain Hospital. Call 17 246-800 or visit www. royalbahrainhospital.com for appointments and more information. showcase Tired of wearing glasses or contact lenses all the time? Then this procedure could be just what you need to correct your vision, as explained by Dr Bader Tarek Toffaha. ROYAL BAHRAIN HOSPITAL A CLEAR VISION Dr Bader Tarek Toffaha
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