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LASIK Eye Surgery Cost & Profile
- Avg. Cost: $1700
- Candidate: Over 18 with healthy corneas
- Length: 10 minutes
- Treatments: Usually one
- Results: Permanent
- Back to work: 1-3 days
Common Questions & Answers about LASIK Eye Surgery
"I am 50 yrs old, have been wearing eyeglasses since I was 7 yrs. old for myopia. I now also have bifocals. I've also been told I have severe astigmatism and also congenital cataracts. Could I possilby be a candidate for lasik surgery?"
Latest LASIK Eye Surgery Doctors
 | LASIK Eye Surgery Fishkill, New York David Steinberg, |
 | LASIK Eye Surgery Toronto, Ontario The Bochner Eye Institute, |
 | LASIK Eye Surgery Plantation, Florida Raananah Katz, MD |
 | LASIK Eye Surgery Wellington, Florida Salvatore DeCanio, Jr., OD, FAAO |
 | LASIK Eye Surgery Silver Spring, Maryland Capital Eye Physicians & Surgeons, LLC, |
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From Contact Lenses to LASIK – When to Make the Switch
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If you’re one of the millions of people hoping to switch from contact lenses to LASIK this year, the first step is setting up a consultation with your local eye doctor. Your ophthalmologist will need to screen you for the procedure to determine if you are a strong candidate.
Knowing when to make the switch will depend on your overall eye health, as well as how stable your eyes currently are. Here’s what to expect when you’re reviewing your options with your eye doctor:
The LASIK Screening Process – Are Your Eyes Ready for LASIK?
The initial LASIK screening process will determine if you are a good candidate for the procedure, and most ophthalmologists offer this as a courtesy service. Your ophthalmologist will examine your eyes and review your eye health history to review key factors such as:
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How long you’ve been wearing glasses
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A history of previous eye injuries
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Your natural pupil size
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The level of vision correction you are receiving from glasses or contacts
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How well your muscles align with the eyes
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Any abnormalities in the cornea
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Any history of double vision, lazy eyes, or other ocular problems
Your doctor will determine if your eyes are in a good state of health for laser vision correction by dilating the pupil and measuring corneal thickness. He or she may also screen your eyes for systemic disorders and look closely at the retina and optic nerve.
The Problem for Contact Lens Wearers
Wearing contact lenses can make the eyes ‘unstable’ and even change the shape of the cornea – this means you may not be eligible for the LASIK procedure, and will need to wait until your eyes stabilize, or pursue other types of corrective eye surgery. While LASEK is another popular option for laser eye surgery, you may need to wear contacts or glasses for longer than you had initially planned.
Are You Psychologically Ready for LASIK?
As LASIK procedures become more common and readily available, many people have high expectations for the entire process. Preparing yourself psychologically for potential problems with surgery and the total cost of treatment will be a part of the process. Even with today’s technological advances and state-of-the-art equipment, some LASIK patients do experience complications that can interfere with their daily lifestyle. Aberrations, double vision, and inflammation of the eye are just a few common problems linked to LASIK, and it’s important to understand this before proceeding with treatment.
Your ophthalmologist will discuss complications with you during your consultation, and you’ll need to set some realistic expectations about results. A few things to consider when you’re reviewing your LASIK options include:
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Risk of less than perfect vision
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Re-treatment may be necessary to achieve results
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Vision loss is a risk, albeit a small one
Millions of contact lens wearers make the switch from corrective eyewear to LASIK eye surgery each year, hoping to improve their vision and getting rid of those contacts for good. Still, not all people with vision problems are eligible for the LASIK procedure. The initial screening process with your eye doctor will determine if you are a strong candidate for the procedure, but if you are not eligible for this form of corrective eye surgery, you do have some alternative options.
Clear vision is possible with the right treatment that suits your health history and goals, and setting realistic expectations about results is another part of the process. Learn more about corrective eye procedures and laser eye surgery in our information guide, or consult with an eye doctor in your area for your initial appointment.
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Our writers strive to present an objective, upfront and open view of the medical procedures you're interested in. We present you with both the good and bad, and work to represent both doctors' and patients' points of view. Our articles contain facts and statistics from medical associations, medical and surgical journals, and through doctor and patient interviews.
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What you should know about LASIK surgery, including information about the latest technology. - LASIK and Refractive Surgery Timeline
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On May 11, 2000 Summit Autonomous received FDA approval to market its LadarVision System laser in the United States. The new approval allows surgeons to treat up to -9.0 D of myopia and up to 3.0D of astigmatism. - Excimer Laser Procedures (LASIK, PRK, PARK)
Photo-Refractive Keratectomy (PRK) uses the excimer laser to correct low to moderate amounts of refractive errors. - From Contact Lenses to LASIK – When to Make the Switch
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- LASIK Basics
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Details of LASIK Eye Surgery"I already know some basic things about the surgery and I'm ready to research some of the details and maybe ask some questions."
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With all the different lasers available for use in LASIK eye surgery, how do you know which one is right for you? Does it matter? To help answer these questions we called upon some of the country's leading ophthalmologists to present a better vision of today's laser market. - Is IntraLase a Safer Alternative for Your Eyes?
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Have you heard of the newest advancement in LASIK technology that offers a 99% chance of 20/20 vision without the use of glasses or contacts? Iris registration is the name of the special eye tracking tool that makes LASIK more precise than ever. Find out how it works, who's a candidate, and all the other advantages and limitations you need to make an informed decision. - Covering the Cost of LASIK and Laser Eye Surgery
If you are like most patients, the price of LASIK is an important consideration when deciding whether or not to undergo surgery. Learn about the different options that can help you make LASIK more affordable. - LASIK Complications: Definitions and treatment options
Learn about the possible complications of LASIK surgery, how they can be prevented, and how they are treated. - Presbyopia Surgery: Decreasing Dependence on Reading Glasses...
Monovision eye surgery can decrease dependence on reading glasses. Learn what it is and the options available - Tired of Wearing Glasses for Seeing at a Distance? Why LASIK...
It seems that LASIK has been all the rage in vision correction surgery since it was approved for use in 1998, generally accounting for somewhere around 95% of all refractive surgeries. But now a new procedure, using the technology that has been successful during cataract surgery, may offer a more desirable option for severely nearsighted patients. - Study Recommends Longer than Previously Suggested Discontinuance...
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FDA-Approved lasers for LASIK, PRK and other refractive surgeries - LASIK Surgery Considerations
Considerations outlines the criteria you will need to weigh in order to make a well-informed decision. - LASIK Glossary
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The Excimer Laser has added a tremendous amount of precision, control and safety to treating nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. - The Future of LASIK – What to Expect
Is now the best time to pursue LASIK surgery, or should you wait a few more years until technology gets even better? Learn about your future options with LASIK and corrective eye surgery.
- Comparing the LASIK Lasers
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Ready for LASIK Eye Surgery"I've pretty much finished by research on the surgery and I think I'm ready to find and meet with a doctor to get started."
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- Is Lasik Really the Answer to Vision Problems? Complications...
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- Patient Financing
Think you'll need help paying for your surgery? Almost anyone is a candidate for easy financing of up to 100% of the surgery costs.
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After LASIK Eye Surgery
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Featured Articles & News Related to LASIK Eye Surgery"What other related things might I like to know?"
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- FDA Approves First LASIK Device for Monovision
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The Zyoptix system is designed by Bausch & Lomb, and the company claims that this system is more precise than the standard LASIK treatment. How does it work? Here's a closer look at this innovative vision correction system. - Do's and Don'ts After LASIK Surgery
Have you recently had LASIK surgery? Make sure your recovery is as smooth as possible with these tips and suggestions.
- FDA Approves First LASIK Device for Monovision
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