LASIK

The minimum age for LASIK is 18 years old, but many LASIK providers recommend that patients wait until their mid-20s. At that point, most people’s vision has stabilized, which decreases the likelihood of vision changes after LASIK. Why Does Age Matter for LASIK? The FDA has only approved LASIK for those who are at least […]

Wavefront LASIK is considered the most advanced type of LASIK technique available. This is a custom method that helps your surgeon correct individual vision issues with personalized effectiveness. Wavefront enables surgeons to measure the specific imperfections of each person’s eye to a degree that was previously impossible. These precise measurements are translated into a 3-D […]

Monovision LASIK is a special vision corrective procedure that helps to reduce or end the need for reading glasses. It works by correcting the vision in each eye differently. One eye is corrected for distance vision and the other is corrected for near vision.  It may take the brain a little time to adjust to […]

LASIK is a form of eye surgery that uses a special excimer laser. This is a revolutionary technology that has made corneal surgery effective, predictable, and safe. Excimer lasers are precision instruments that enable a surgeon to remove microscopic portions of tissue from the cornea. The process is called ablation. Due to its precise nature, […]

Your doctor may prescribe antibiotic or steroid eye drops to be used after LASIK. They may also recommend lubricating eye drops to ease eye dryness and discomfort. Depending on the type of drop, you may need to use eye drops for a few days to a couple weeks after the surgery. What Types of Eye […]

While the majority of people who undergo LASIK treatment will not need glasses after surgery, some individuals may still require glasses for optimum vision. LASIK also does not protect against age-related vision changes, so it’s likely you may eventually need reading glasses. If your vision is not clear enough after your LASIK treatment, you can […]

Detailed measurements of your eye’s wavefront gives ophthalmologists a more accurate picture of your vision issues. That allows them to make the necessary corrections, leading to a higher rate of successful outcomes (91.5 percent). Breastfeeding women or pregnant women are discouraged from having the surgery. What Is the Zyoptix Custom LASIK Procedure? Zyoptix is an […]

LASIK is a type of permanent refractive eye surgery that corrects blurry or distorted vision stemming from myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism. The outpatient procedure is a common one, and corrections from it should last a person’s lifetime. LASIK is one of the most successful procedures in modern medicine, with nearly 95 percent of people who […]

LASIK can cost about $2,600 per eye on average, but you can utilize several different financing methods to reduce and otherwise offset that cost.  Many people pay for LASIK through financial institutions, and the loans available often have very manageable terms. You can also use several options to achieve a tax advantage on your LASIK […]

A health savings account (HSA) can help you save money on LASIK surgery.  An HSA is a tax-advantaged bank account that can help you save money on your federal income tax. LASIK surgery is a good candidate for using an HSA, as the relatively high cost of the surgery means you can use that portion […]

There is no set limit on the number of times a person can get LASIK eye surgery. It depends on the thickness of the corneas and overall eye health. Most often, patients achieve the desired result after one LASIK procedure. However, a follow-up procedure, commonly known as LASIK enhancement, may be needed in rare cases.  […]

While rare complications from LASIK can cause vision loss, LASIK has never been the sole cause of blindness for an individual.  LASIK surgery involves using a laser or extremely fine blade to cut the eye. As such, blindness is a small risk if complications occur. It is also possible to develop vision issues besides blindness […]