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Hi im really really tiered of using glasses, i needed them since 6th grade and i'm in 10th grade. i'm 16 and want eye surgery. am i old enough?

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Dr. William Trattler answered

Specializes in LASIK Surgery

LASIK: I would recommend that you wait until age 18, as you are more likely to have a stable cornea and refraction by that age. Best of luck.

Answered 2/7/2014

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No: You are still too young for laser vision correction surgery (lasik). Contact lenses may be a nice alternative for you. Ask your eye doc for their recommendations to best serve your vision needs. Good luck.

Answered 3/22/2014

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