Flap Striae (wrinkles) FAQ
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What are flap wrinkles?
Folds in the flap after LASIK are called flap wrinkles or flap striae. Wrinkles fortunately are not very common, but they can cause decreased vision as well as contribute to night-time halos or starbursts. Wrinkles can generally be reduced or eliminated during the first few days after LASIK by lifting and repositioning the flap. Flap wrinkles that have remained in place for months or longer may be difficult to fix. However, these wrinkles in the flap can sometimes be lessened or removed even months after surgery.