LASIK works by using a laser to reshape the cornea, the clear front part of the eye, so that it can better focus light onto the retina at the back of the eye. During the procedure, your LASIK surgeon creates a thin flap on the cornea, which is then lifted to expose the underlying tissue. The laser is then used to remove some of the tissue, reshaping the cornea to the desired curvature. The flap is then repositioned, acting as a natural bandage, allowing the eye to heal without stitches. This reshaping of the cornea corrects refractive errors, such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism, resulting in clearer vision with reduced dependence on glasses and contact lenses.
The recovery period for LASIK is typically brief. Although the exact time varies from patient to patient, you can expect to see improved vision and return to work within a couple of days. It will most likely take a couple of weeks for your eyes to be healed entirely; until then, you should avoid activities such as swimming and driving at night. It is also imperative to keep your eyes clean of any soap, lotions, or debris.
The costs of LASIK may vary. If you are interested in LASIK eye surgery but are concerned about the cost, remember that LASIK is permanent. With LASIK, most people can significantly reduce their dependence on glasses and contacts. LASIK sounds expensive because it is one lump sum charge. If you add up costs for eye exams, glasses, contacts, and contact solutions over ten years, you will see that LASIK is an investment that will save you money!
Learn MoreOnly those who qualify as a candidate for LASIK are eligible to get the procedure. Good candidates for LASIK:
When you schedule a LASIK consultation, your LASIK surgeon will assess all of these requirements before determining your candidacy!
Dr. Scott LaBorwit, President and Founder of Select Eye Care, is a board certified ophthalmologist who specializes in cataract and refractive surgery. Dr. LaBorwit is a graduate of the University of Maryland School of Medicine. After completing his ophthalmology residency at the Krieger Eye Institute of Sinai Hospital, Dr. LaBorwit completed a fellowship in glaucoma at the Wilmer Eye Institute of the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. LaBorwit has lectured nationally and has been published in major peer-reviewed journals, including Ophthalmology and American Journal of Ophthalmology. He has also been a contributing author for teaching textbooks on glaucoma and eye injury. Dr. LaBorwit currently serves as Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology, Part-Time faculty, at the Wilmer Eye Institute of the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He is also the Clinical Advisory Chair for our Vision Innovation Partners network.
There are many benefits of choosing LASIK. Here are a few:
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