If you have been contemplating laser eye surgery, our specialists at Hunter Street Eye Specialists in Parramatta, help guide you toward the most suitable procedure based on your eyes, goals, and lifestyle – with access to some of the most experienced surgeons and most advanced laser technology in Australia.

Know Your Options: LASIK, PRK, TransPRK, ASLA, SMILE, SILK, ReLEx, CLEAR, Smartsight

There’s more than one way to achieve life without glasses. Here’s a breakdown of today’s most advanced laser vision correction procedures.

1. LASIK (Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis)

Best for: Fast recovery and Immediate Visual Improvement

LASIK involves creating a flap in the cornea before reshaping the underlying tissue with an excimer laser. At Hunter Eye, we use the Schwind Amaris 1050RS, known for its ultrafast 1050Hz ablation speed and 7D eye-tracking – offering precise, fast, and comfortable vision correction.

Pros:

• Rapid recovery (often within 24 hours)
• High precision
• Minimal discomfort

2. PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy)

Best for: Thin corneas and reduced risk of dry eyes

PRK removes the surface layer of the cornea to allow laser reshaping, without creating a flap.

Pros:

• No flap
• Good option for active lifestyles
• Safe for thinner corneas

Recovery time is longer (several days to a week), but the outcomes are equally effective in the long term.

3. TransPRK / No-Touch Laser (Transepithelial PRK)

Best for: Completely touch-free correction, flapless and blade-free

TransPRK is a modern evolution of PRK that uses the Schwind Amaris to remove the epithelium and reshape the cornea in one single laser step, with no instruments touching the eye.

Pros:

• Truly no-touch: no blade, no flap, no alcohol
• Reduced risk of infection
• Minimally invasive and very hygienic
• Ideal for active or anxious patients
• More comfortable than traditional PRK

We offer TransPRK in Parramatta using Schwind’s SmartSurfACE technology, which enhances healing and comfort.

4. Lenticule Procedures

• SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction)
• SILK (Smooth Incision Lenticule Keratomileusis)
• ReLEx (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction)
• CLEAR (Corneal Lenticule Extraction for Advanced Refractive Correction)
• KLEx (Keratorefractive Lenticule Extraction)

Best for: Flapless correction for short-sightedness

Lenticule based procedures uses a femtosecond laser to create and remove a tiny lenticule (disc of tissue) through a small incision.

Pros:

• No flap
• Lower risk of dry eyes
• Suitable for many with active lifestyles

Hunter Street Eye Specialists is a clinics in Parramatta, Sydney using the latest technology, offering world-class results right here in the heart of Parramatta.

Why Choose Hunter Street Eye Specialists in Parramatta?

✅ Refractive surgeons experienced in all techniques

✅ On-site advanced diagnostics for custom planning

✅ Access to the latest technology systems

✅ Friendly, comprehensive consultations to explain your options clearly

Which Procedure Is Right for You?

The right treatment depends on:

• Corneal thickness
• Eye health and dry eye history
• Lifestyle (e.g. sports, professions)
• Prescription type (myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism)

Our Technology Advantage

Hunter Street Eye Specialists uses:

• Schwind Amaris 1050RS (Excimer Laser): High-speed, 7D-tracked, thermal-control excimer laser for PRK, TransPRK, and LASIK
• Schwind ATOS (Femtosecond Laser): Next-generation femtosecond laser for lenticule based procedures like Smartsight, SILK & SMILE

This allows us to match the right technology to the right patient, not the other way around.

Whether you’re a student, athlete, young professional or simply ready for freedom from glasses, our experienced team will guide you through every step.

Book your Laser Suitability Assessment with our team to receive expert advice and a personalised treatment plan.

Frequently Asked Questions – FAQ’s

Q: What is TransPRK and how is it different from PRK?
A: TransPRK (Transepithelial PRK) is a no-touch version of PRK where the laser removes both the epithelium and corneal tissue in a single step. It’s safer for thinner corneas, blade-free and more comfortable.

 Q: What is the Schwind ATOS laser used for?
A: The Schwind ATOS is a femtosecond laser used for flap creation in LASIK and for performing next-generation lenticule-based vision correction procedure.

 Q: Which is the best procedure?
A: The answer is…it depends! There’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to laser vision correction. The “best” procedure depends on your individual eye health, corneal thickness, prescription, lifestyle, and personal preferences.