LASIK Risks and Benefits
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The Benefits of LASIK
Just imagine being able to read a menu, see the street signs, or read the clock on the wall without glasses or contacts!
For many people, clear vision without help seemed impossible, until advancements in LASIK made it more accessible and safer
than ever before. After just a few minutes, you can see the world in a new light with clear vision. Just think about what
life would be like without the hassle of worrying where you put your glasses, or the daily routine of cleaning and putting
in contacts. And just think of the money you’ll save over your lifetime when you don’t have to order new glasses
and lenses. The possibilities are endless! If you’re an active person, you’ll no longer have to worry about your
eyes when you’re running, swimming, or playing sports. Glasses and contacts are fine for temporary correction, but
nothing comes close to natural vision. Just ask anyone who’s had LASIK. It’s like a whole new
world!
The Risks of LASIK
LASIK surgery, like any procedure, carries with it some degree of risk. The complication rates are
comparatively low and serious complications are extremely rare. In most cases, complications can be corrected with additional
laser treatment.
Some patients may experience under-correction or over-correction, which can usually be fixed after diagnosis. Optical aberrations, such as glare or halos, may affect a minute amount of LASIK patients.
About 1% of excimer laser patients experience some loss of best-corrected vision, (your best vision with glasses or contact lenses). A mild loss of best-corrected vision is often not noticed, and severe losses of best- corrected vision are rare.
We want to stress the importance of choosing an experienced surgeon who uses a top-of-the-line laser. Doctors who have performed many procedures are better equipped to prevent complications. And providers who are committed to using the best technology usually have better overall LASIK results. The most desired lasers have special eye-tracking and mapping technology that significantly minimize LASIK risks.
Medical Conditions Which May (Or May Not) Affect LASIK
