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the
LASIK procedure close up | LASIK
candidate checklist | FDA
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Imagine being able to work, drive, read the clock, play sports – do
just about everything- with much less dependence on your spectacles
or contact lenses. A procedure called LASIK (laser in-situ keratomileusis)
could make this a reality for you. The result can be a dramatic change
in your vision – and your lifestyle.
The success of LASIK depends mainly on your eyes. LASIK may be right
for you if your vision has not changed for at least 1 year, you are
over 21 years of age, and you have myopia (nearsightedness) or mild
to moderate astigmatism. Although Hyperopia (farsightedness) is approved
for LASIK, there may be more regression and future vision changes
with these patients.
As with any surgery, there is risk. More common risks include over
or under correction which might need more treatment, night glare,
and the fact that results may not be long lasting. Although current
data does not support any eye concerns with LASIK, long-term effects
are not known. For other risks, and considerations, refer to our “checklist
of considerations” and other provided links by the FDA concerning
LASIK below. If you have any questions after reading this information,
or would like to schedule a screening to determine your candidacy
for this procedure, please contact our office and Laser Surgery Director,
Lonnie, at your earliest
convenience.
A vast majority of our patients experience clear, comfortable vision
following LASIK. There are some patients, however, that do not achieve
their expectation. A website illustrating such patients, which includes
actual patient experiences, can be reviewed at www.surgicaleyes.com.
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