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Is it okay for an 82 year-old to get eyelaser treatment?

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Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Yes: There is no upper age limit for laser vision correction.

Answered 12/19/2012

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Dr. Timothy Perozek answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Yes, but...: Please make sure that there are no cataracts present first though. Cataract surgery may be more clinically indicated and eliminate the need for laser vision correction and insurance tends to pay for cataract surgery.

Answered 7/29/2013

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