LASIK surgery: Is it right for you?
Are your eyes healthy?
Are you healthy?
Is your vision stable?
Can you afford it?
Do you understand possible side effects and complications?
Can you go without your contact lenses for several weeks before surgery?
What are your expectations for LASIK?
How do you choose an eye surgeon?
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What is the goal of LASIK surgery
What are the types of refractive laser surgery?
Is my vision treatable and stable?
Are my eyes healthy?
Am I healthy?
Can I afford it?
Do I understand possible side effects and complications?
LASIK versus reading glasses
Can I follow presurgery and postsurgery guidelines?
What are my expectations?
How do I choose an eye surgeon?
The final decision
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If you're tired of wearing eyeglasses or contact lenses, you may wonder whether LASIK surgery is right for you. LASIK is short for laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis. It is a surgery to correct blurry vision.
The result of LASIK surgery for more than 99% of people is 20/40 vision or better. This allows people to do most activities without wearing glasses or contact lenses. Some people may need glasses for driving at night. And people will likely need reading glasses as they grow older.
LASIK surgery has a good track record. Serious complications are rare, and most people are pleased with the results. The most common side effect is dry eyes, which can last weeks to months.
LASIK does not correct more-serious blurry vision, and it is not a good option for all people. Being a good candidate for LASIK surgery requires having healthy eyes, stable vision, reasonable expectations, and a good understanding of the benefits and risks of the procedure.
