Is Lasik Eye Surgery Right For You?

​If you're sick of wearing prescription glasses or contacts, you might consider LASIK surgery, a  type of refractive eye surgery.

In general, 20/20 vision or better is attained by most LASIK eye surgery patients, which is adequate for most activities. With LASIK eye surgery, vision issues are fixed by reshaping the eyeball's outer layer cornea. Many people have the opportunity to stop wearing contact lenses or glasses after LASIK eye surgery. The surgery does, however, have some risks.

Here are a few things to consider if LASIK eye surgery is right for you!

Qualifications for LASIK Eye Surgery
LASIK eye surgery corrects optical aberrations in the cornea. You must have a correctable refractive error to be a candidate for LASIK. Glaucoma and lazy eye are two conditions that LASIK cannot treat. Being a good candidate requires that you:

• Have a prescription that is generally reliable
• Have reached the age of 18
• Have healthy eyes, including a cornea with enough thickness
• Not be nursing or pregnant
• Not suffer from severe glaucoma
• Not suffer from poorly managed diabetes
• Not possess a history of specific eye diseases

Advantages of LASIK Eye Surgery
Many individuals discover that LASIK improves their vision and eliminates the need for glasses or contact lenses. It may relieve those who detest wearing glasses, find contacts inconvenient, or frequently get eye infections.

Over time, LASIK patients might notice a drop in eye expenses. You won't have to pay to substitute these corrective devices if LASIK results in you no longer needing to wear contacts or glasses.

Risks of LASIK Eye Surgery
Following LASIK, some people experience transient vision issues, such as blurry vision, dry eye, under corrections, overcorrections, astigmatism, flap problems, or low light issues. A small percentage of LASIK patients must receive additional care because of these problems. Other potential LASIK drawbacks include the following.

• Rarely, vision problems could worsen.
• A person may experience eye pain or an infection.
• The cost of LASIK may be high, and not all insurance policies will cover it.

Expectations for LASIK Eye Surgery
Most patients with LASIK surgery have good to outstanding eyesight in most circumstances for many years or even decades. You won't have to be concerned about your contact lenses or glasses while playing sports, swimming, or even just trying to read the time in the morning. However, you may still be required to wear glasses as you age.

Most patients who undergo LASIK surgery express great satisfaction. Additionally, the LASIK procedure has improved over time as new technology and techniques are developed. 

Best Way to Choose an Eye Surgeon
Most people have no personal experience with LASIK or an eye surgeon. Speak with the eye specialist you know and trust as a good place to start when selecting an eye surgeon. 

Your eye surgeon's team may assist with your initial assessment and parameters. However, your surgeon ultimately decides whether LASIK is the best option for you. They also confirm the measurements to direct the process, carry out the procedure, and handle any necessary postoperative care.

Conclusion
There is no perfect answer that fits everyone when it comes to getting LASIK eye surgery. Consider the factors listed here carefully, evaluate your desires and tolerance for risk, and ensure your expectations are reasonable. Ask your questions to an eye surgeon whose skills you have faith in. In the end, if it sounds comfortable, go ahead; if not, don't hastily make a decision.

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