Why Should I Consider LASIK Eye Surgery?
When the LASIK procedure emerged almost two decades ago now, people were hesitant to undergo the procedure that seemed to leave the patient in quite a vulnerable position as a surgeron cut into their eye.... read more
What is the cost of LASIK?
Many people are convinced of the unbelievable effects of LASIK surgery. But the thing that is holding them back from actually getting the surgery is the cost... read more
I'm nervous about the part where the surgeon cuts into my eye. Can you explain this more?
Cutting into the eye is called creating the "corneal flap". Refractive eye surgery was being performed as early as the 1970's, and back then, the cornea flap was created by literally cutting into the eye with a diamond blade... read more
How do I find the right doctor to do the surgery?
Finding the right doctor to perform your LASIK Eye Surgery may be the most important part of the whole process. You want to make sure you have someone who is professional,...read more
Does insurance cover the LASIK surgery?
Insurance agency coverage really does differ from person to person, so if you're interested in the LASIK procedure, contact your insurance company to see if you're covered...read more
How long is the recovery from LASIK?
The reason the LASIK Eye Surgery procedure is so appealing to so many people is the ease with which the procedure is performed...read more
How long does the LASIK surgery take?
The LASIK Eye Surgery procedure is quite easy and takes very little time at all. Perhaps this is one of the reasons...read more
Will I Really Not Need Glasses or Contacts?
While every patient's results are different, the overwhelming majority of patients having undergone the LASIK procedure report...read more
What is the difference between LASIK and CustomLASIK?
In your research to see if LASIK Eye Surgery is a procedure you might want to explore, you may have noticed some terms like...read more
What are some of the risks of LASIK?
As with any surgical procedure, there are occasionally complications that may involve risks for the patient...read more
How long will my results last?
LASIK Eye Surgery, and all it's subsets like Custom LASIK, LASIK for PRK, Bladeless LASIK, etc...read more
How do I know if I am a good candidate for LASIK Eye Surgery?
Only your surgeon can tell you for sure whether LASIK Eye Surgery is a procedure that is right for you...read more
What's the best way to finance LASIK Eye Surgery?
If you don't have the money readily available to get LASIK Eye Surgery done, don't fret. There are...read more
How do I know the results are going to last?
Well, to be truthful, you don't. However, you shouldn't let that be the main deterrent for getting...read more
My Work Says I Am Not Allowed To Get Lasik. Why Is this?
While LASIK Eye Surgery has a phenomenal track record of success, there are some industries which require special...read more
I am nearsighted. Is LASIK right for me?
Nearsightedness, also known as myopia, is a common vision problem for which LASIK is a great option. Lasik eye surgery has...read more
What is Bladeless LASIK?
You may have heard something about all the different types of LASIK procedures that exist today. It may be a...read more
Is it possible I'll need glasses as I age, even though I've had LASIK?
The short and quick answer is yes, but don't let that get your discouraged. You see, LASIK Eye Surgery is a...read more
What kinds of questions should I ask the surgeon before the surgery?
You probably have a slew of questions about the procedure - otherwise, why would you be on this website!...read more
How do I avoid a bad LASIK surgeon?
Being able to differentiate the good doctors from the not-so-good doctors is not easy. If it were...read more
I have astigmatism. Can LASIK work for me?
Astigmatism, which is the blurred vision due to the inability to focus the eye to a sharp image, is a common...read more
What changes have been made regarding presbyopic issues?
Presbyopic issues, or the nearsightedness, monovision, or farsightedness associated with normal aging has long been a...read more
I am pregnant. Can I get LASIK?
The short answer is probably not. Given the delicate nature of you and your baby's health, most surgeons will not take...read more
How was LASIK developed?
LASIK Eye Surgery was developed with the revolution of the laser. Prior to that time, all eye surgeries were...read more
What should I do to prepare for my upcoming LASIK surgery?
So you've made the decision to go through LASIK Eye Surgery! Congratulations! You're on your way to clearer...read more
I know someone who got LASIK and had very dry eyes afterwards. Is this common, and will it happen to me?
According to the American Journal of Ophthalmology (March, 2006), the most common side effect of the LASIK procedure...read more
I was told I have "high order aberration". What does that mean?
A high order aberration, or "higher order aberration" is a vision impairment that typically cannot be diagnosed with...read more
Can I get higher order aberrations from LASIK Eye Surgery?
Higher order aberrations are vision problems that cannot be detected through a conventional eye exam. These are an...read more
What is spherical aberration?
Spherical aberration is a visual effect that occurs when increased refraction of light rays strike a lens or...read more
What is a femtosecond laser?
The femtosecond laser is a popular new laser being used in the LASIK Eye Surgery procedure. It is relatively new, so...read more
I have abnormally dry eyes. Can I still be a candidate for LASIK?
Probably, but the definitive answer will depend on the surgeon. Dry eyes are a very common ophthalmologic problem...read more
I have abnormally large pupils. Will I be ineligible for LASIK Eye Surgery?
You might be. You see, there are some conditions - however normal they may be - that surgeons will say exclude you...read more
I'm scheduled to have Cataracts surgery, but will this disqualify me from getting LASIK in the future?
Cataracts is not an easy condition to live with, and as such, getting it corrected should probably be your first priority...read more
