Question 1

what is lasik surgery?

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LASIK: Laser in situ keratomileusis is a procedure in which the cornea, or crystal in front of the eye is reshaped under a flap in order to reduce or eliminate one's dependence on glasses.

Question 2

is lasik surgery safe?

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Relatively: In most cases yes.  There is always risk, but the success in lasik is in the high 90 +++ percentile.  You need to be evaluated to discuss your specifics.

Question 3

can lasik surgery help you?

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If your vision: can be corrected with glasses, then LASIK can help you be less dependant on glasses. Your doctor will evaluate you to see if you qualify for LASIK. Be well.

Question 4

how risky is  lasik surgery?

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Extremely safe: Modern lasik is one of the most safe and accurate surgical procedures that exist. For good candidates, the risks are extemely low, and for patients who are not good candidates, there are other surgical options.

Question 5

how expensive is lasik surgery?

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It varies: but generally between $1500-$2000 per eye. Some will advertise very low prices but the base price is for very low prescriptions and no astigmatism. Laser eye surgery is highly technical and requires a thorough evaluation, so shop around for the right doctor and not the cheapest price. Good luck.

Question 6

halo vision after lasik surgery?

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Halos after LASIK: If you're worried about halos, you should get lasek not lasik as you avoid light scatter at night at the flap interface, wavefront treatment for hoas, and a wide ablation diameter to cover your dilated pupil size.

Question 7

how much does lasik surgery cost?

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Varies: The general range is $3000-$5000 for both eyes.  The price depends upon local competition, and sometimes the state of the eye and the equipment used.  Many ads promise a terrific price but you will find a list of required "add ons" in such places which brings the price to the usual range.

Question 8

are you awake during a lasik surgery?

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Almost always: Lasik facilities are not set up to have anesthesia administered safely .  Some comforting drugs can be given to ease the anxiety.  Pain is completely controlled.  The only place where anesthesia is given for this is a few facilities which treat children with lasik.

Question 9

what can go wrong during lasik surgery?

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Risks are: significantly reduced with a thorough evaluation and making certain that you are a good candidate. They include infection, inflammation, over/under correction, dry eye, halos/glare. Most of these can be treated. Your eye surgeon should go over these in detail before you have your procedure and it will help guide your decision. Good luck.

Question 10

can you tell me about epi-lasik surgery?

Accepted Answer

Epi-LASIK (or PRK): Epi-lasik is a form of advanced surface ablation.  Prk is another form of surface ablation.    These are procedures that provide similar results to lasik, except that the procedure is performed on the surface of the cornea rather than under a lasik flap.  Epi-lasik is performed with a  mechanical device that slides the epithelium off.  The procedure is effective.

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