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Can i use gas permeable contact lenses after lasik surgery?
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Sure: Too bad after spending all that money on the lasik, though.
Answered 9/2/2012
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Yes: Yes, it is possible but you should not need them. It is rare to need rgp after lasik. If you are having vision problems needing a rgp, you should see a cornea specialist for a complete evaluation and to consider treatment to stabilize and/or fix the problem.
Answered 10/3/2012
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