LASIK Myth vs. Fact

LASIK FACTS

Debunking Myths About LASIK

Considering LASIK for vision correction? It’s important to understand key LASIK facts about the procedure before making a decision. LASIK is a safe and effective treatment that has transformed the lives of millions by eliminating the need for glasses and contacts.

Fact: LASIK is a quick procedure, typically taking about 10 to 15 minutes per eye. The actual laser treatment usually lasts less than 20 seconds per eye with preparation taking up the rest of the time.

Fact: Some patients experience slight pressure or discomfort for less than a minute or so, but you shouldn’t feel any pain during the LASIK procedure. Your eyes will be numb from the anesthetic eye drops. There are no needles or injections.

Fact: LASIK permanently corrects the vision issues it is designed to treat. However, it does not prevent natural age-related vision changes, such as presbyopia (the need for reading glasses typically after age 40-45) or cataracts.
Fact: There are no documented cases of anyone going blind from LASIK. That being said, any surgery has risks. That’s why it’s important for us to do a thorough evaluation to uncover any possible increased risk for every patient. Even though we are a surgery center, our goal is not simply to do surgery. Our goal is to help people! Sometimes, that means not performing LASIK on some patients with significant risks and fully educating the patient about this recommendation.

Fact: There’s no upper age limit for LASIK; however, older patients may have other eye conditions that could make them less ideal candidates. A thorough evaluation is necessary.

Fact: LASIK can correct nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism by reshaping the cornea to improve focus.

Fact: Most patients see a significant improvement in vision within 24 hours after surgery, and recovery is quick for the majority. Normal activities can usually be resumed within a couple of days.

Fact: The cost of LASIK is typically less than the lifelong cost of glasses and or contact lenses! Additionally, at Accuvision LASIK, we offer a wide range of payment plans to fit any budget. We have one all-inclusive price that covers your pre-operative evaluation, surgery fee, and three months of post-operative care. No taxes, no hidden fees. No bait and switch!
Fact: Not everyone is a good candidate for LASIK. Suitability depends on various factors including corneal thickness, corneal curvature, refractive error, ocular health, overall medical health, and patient expectations.

Fact: Most patients can return to work within a day or two following LASIK, depending on their job and the speed of their recovery.

Fact: While LASIK significantly improves vision, some people may still need glasses for certain activities, like reading or driving at night, especially as they age.

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