{"id":19919,"date":"2021-11-12T07:21:26","date_gmt":"2021-11-12T07:21:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/?page_id=19919"},"modified":"2021-11-12T07:21:26","modified_gmt":"2021-11-12T07:21:26","slug":"5-benefits-of-lasik-surgery","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/optical\/guide-to-laser-refractive-surgery\/5-benefits-of-lasik-surgery\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Benefits of LASIK Surgery"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><b>Not sure if LASIK is right for you? Read why most people choose LASIK for vision correction.<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>For many people who dislike wearing glasses or contact lenses, refractive vision corrections, also known as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/optical\/guide-to-laser-refractive-surgery\/\">laser eye surgery<\/a>, is the most sought after solution.<\/p>\n<p>The most frequently performed option is simply referred to as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/optical\/guide-to-laser-refractive-surgery\/laser-refractive-surgery\/lasik-co-management\/\">LASIK<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><i>Below are some of the benefits of LASIK. Your eye doctor will discuss more with you and determine if you are a viable candidate.<\/i><\/p>\n<h2><b>1. The majority of LASIK procedures achieve permanent vision correction<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>LASIK works by reshaping the cornea, the clear outer layer at the front of the eye, to correct any refractive errors affecting your vision clarity.<\/p>\n<p><b>The effects of LASIK are generally permanent\u2014 allowing you to enjoy the freedom of no longer needing glasses or contact lenses.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>In some cases, a follow-up procedure may be necessary if the shape of your cornea changes, or if your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/childrens-vision\/guide-to-pediatric-eye-conditions\/what-is-myopia\/\">myopia<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/childrens-vision\/guide-to-pediatric-eye-conditions\/what-is-long-sightedness\/\">hyperopia<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/optical\/guide-to-optical-lenses\/guide-to-bifocals-and-multifocals\/presbyopia\/\">presbyopia<\/a> begins to worsen post-surgery.<\/p>\n<h2><b>2. LASIK has become more affordable<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Thanks to advancements in technology, the cost of LASIK surgery has decreased dramatically over the past few years.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t allow the cost of the procedure to deter you from discussing LASIK with your eye doctor. Keep in mind, LASIK can also save you money, as you can put the cost of glasses and contact lenses back in your pocket.<\/p>\n<p>Mover, many vision insurance policies will cover a percentage of this procedure, and financing options are also available to help you handle the expense of the treatment.<\/p>\n<p><b>SEE RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/optical\/guide-to-laser-refractive-surgery\/contact-lenses-or-laser-eye-surgery\/\">Contact Lenses or Laser Eye Surgery?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/practice-search\/\"><b>Contact <\/b><b>your nearest eye doctor<\/b><\/a><b> to learn more about LASIK and whether it\u2019s the right choice for you.<\/b><\/p>\n\n\t<div class=\"practice-search-widget\">\n\t\t<h3>Find an eye doctor near you<\/h3>\n\t\t\n\t<form class=\"practice-search-form practice-search-form-widget\" action=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/practice-search\/results\/\" method=\"get\">\n\n\t\t<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"distance\" value=\"100\" class=\"practice-search-distance\">\n\t\t<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"page\" class=\"practice-search-page\">\n\t\t<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"address_latitude\"><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"address_longitude\">\n\n\t\t<input type=\"text\" name=\"address\" class=\"practice-search-address\" placeholder=\"City, Surburb or Address\" value=\"\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"distance\" value=\"100\" class=\"practice-search-distance\">\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<button type=\"submit\" class=\"practice-search-button\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 19 19\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M10.6796 0.130005C9.15708 0.130059 7.66615 0.5646 6.38198 1.38258C5.09781 2.20057 4.07373 3.36803 3.43004 4.74783C2.78634 6.12763 2.54976 7.66246 2.74808 9.17205C2.9464 10.6816 3.57139 12.1033 4.54964 13.27L0.729639 17.08C0.6364 17.1732 0.562439 17.2839 0.511979 17.4058C0.461519 17.5276 0.435547 17.6581 0.435547 17.79C0.435547 17.9219 0.461519 18.0524 0.511979 18.1743C0.562439 18.2961 0.6364 18.4068 0.729639 18.5C0.917942 18.6883 1.17334 18.7941 1.43964 18.7941C1.5715 18.7941 1.70207 18.7681 1.82389 18.7177C1.94571 18.6672 2.0564 18.5932 2.14964 18.5L5.99964 14.62C7.35406 15.6038 8.98566 16.1324 10.6596 16.13C12.7814 16.13 14.8162 15.2871 16.3165 13.7869C17.8168 12.2866 18.6596 10.2517 18.6596 8.13C18.6596 6.00827 17.8168 3.97344 16.3165 2.47315C14.8162 0.97286 12.7814 0.130005 10.6596 0.130005H10.6796ZM10.6796 14.13C9.49295 14.13 8.33291 13.7781 7.34622 13.1188C6.35952 12.4595 5.59049 11.5225 5.13636 10.4261C4.68224 9.32975 4.56342 8.12335 4.79493 6.95946C5.02644 5.79558 5.59788 4.72648 6.437 3.88736C7.27611 3.04825 8.34521 2.4768 9.5091 2.24529C10.673 2.01378 11.8794 2.1326 12.9757 2.58673C14.0721 3.04085 15.0092 3.80989 15.6685 4.79658C16.3277 5.78328 16.6796 6.94332 16.6796 8.13C16.6796 9.7213 16.0475 11.2474 14.9223 12.3726C13.7971 13.4979 12.2709 14.13 10.6796 14.13Z\" fill=\"#fff\"\/><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\n\t\t<button type=\"button\" class=\"practice-search-use-my-location\">\n\t\t\tSearch near me\n\t\t<\/button>\n\n\n\t<\/form>\n\n\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<h2><b>3. LASIK is a relatively quick and painless procedure<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>LASIK is performed as an outpatient procedure, and you will likely head home around two hours later.<\/p>\n<p>If you are feeling a bit nervous, you can request a mild sedative to help calm your nerves\u2014 but rest assured, prior to the procedure, your surgeon will insert numbing eye drops to ensure that you don\u2019t feel any discomfort.<\/p>\n<p>You may experience slight pressure when the corneal flap is created, but you shouldn\u2019t feel any pain.<\/p>\n<h2><b>4. Recovery usually takes a few days<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Improved vision clarity is generally noticed immediately following the procedure, with complete recovery and stable clear vision, occurring within a few days.<\/p>\n<p>Most eye doctors recommend that you take a few days off from work to allow your eyes to completely heal following your procedure.<\/p>\n<h2><b>5. LASIK can now correct all types of refractive errors<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>When LASIK was first introduced, it was only effective for correcting myopia.<\/p>\n<p>Nowadays, LASIK is an effective treatment for all types of refractive errors.<\/p>\n<p>Although LASIK cannot get to the root cause of presbyopia, as it is a naturally occurring condition that develops with age, alternative treatments such as monovision, blended vision and multifocal LASIK procedures can improve vision clarity for people with presbyopia.<\/p>\n<p>Note: While many people benefit from LASIK, not everyone is a candidate. Speak with your eye doctor to determine if LASIK is a good option for you.<\/p>\n<p>Certain factors may prevent you from being a good candidate for LASIK, such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Under the age of 18<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Irregular or thin corneas<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Diabetes<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Other eye issues, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/vision-therapy\/vision-therapy-for-lazy-eye\/lazy-eye-faqs\/\">lazy eye<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>LEARN MORE: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/optical\/guide-to-laser-refractive-surgery\/\">Guide to Laser Refractive Surgery<\/a>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/practice-search\/\"><b>Contact <\/b><b>your nearest eye doctor<\/b><\/a><b> to learn more about LASIK and whether it\u2019s the right choice for you.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><i>Here are 5 benefits of LASIK surgery.\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n<p><i>Speak to your eye doctor to determine if you too can benefit from LASIK surgery and enjoy the freedom of no longer needing glasses or contact lenses.<\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Not sure if LASIK is right for you? 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