LASIK is an innovative laser vision correction surgery that treats nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism. Our fellowship-trained ophthalmologists use safe and accurate LASIK technology to provide you with improved vision you’ve always dreamed of.
Ultimately, LASIK may help reduce your dependency on contact lenses and glasses. Imagine a life where you:
To determine if you are a candidate for LASIK, a comprehensive eye exam will need to be completed along with diagnostic testing. However, there are a few basic requirements that should be considered:
If it is determined you are not a candidate for LASIK, another laser vision correction procedure such as PRK may be recommended.
LASIK surgery is performed as an outpatient procedure and takes approximately 10 minutes per eye. After numbing drops are applied to the eye, the surgeon uses a laser to create a thin flap in the cornea. This flap is folded back to allow another laser to reshape the cornea. This reshaping is what corrects the nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism. Once the cornea is reshaped, the flap is closed back over the cornea. The cornea will then heal itself without the use of stitches.
LASIK has a quick recovery time. Most patients experience an improvement in vision the same day as their surgery or by the next day.
LASIK is an elective procedure and, therefore, is not covered by insurance. However, many of our divisions offer financing plans as a convenience to our patients. In addition, Flex Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) can be used towards the cost of LASIK.
To learn more about LASIK or to schedule an appointment for an evaluation, please contact the Vantage EyeCare division nearest you.
For those who are not a candidate for LASIK but still desire freedom from glasses and contact lenses, there are other laser vision correction procedures that may be more appropriate. These procedures include PRK, Refractive Lens Exchange, and KAMRA Inlay.
