Lasik surgery, which is also referred to as laser eye surgery, is performed to correct a number of vision problems. After a person gets this surgery, he no longer has to wear glasses or contacts. That is one of the main reasons that this operation has become so popular. However, it is important to note that this surgery cannot correct all eye problems. What eye conditions can be corrected with this operation? Lasik surgery is indicated for myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism and presboyia. Myopia is a term that describes nearsightedness. People who have myopia can see things within a short distance, but cannot see things that are distant. Hyperopia is the opposite of myopia. This condition makes near vision blurry. Astigmatism is a condition that causes both near and distant vision to be blurry. Presboyia is a condition that is frequently diagnosed in older people. This condition makes it difficult for a person to focus on nearby objects. This operation cannot correct glaucoma or age-related macular degeneration. Optometrists usually recommend that a person wear glasses or contacts for a certain amount of times before opting to perform lasik surgery. What are some of the risks associated with lasik surgery? Lasik surgery Read more »

Millions of Americans are currently wearing some form of vision aid. Some wear contact lenses, others wear glasses. In the 1990s, laser eye surgery was developed. It gave those dependent on visual aids another option to correct their vision. Since then, laser surgery, commonly referred to as Lasik surgery, has gained in popularity.Lasik surgery used to be suitable for only a relatively small number of patients. The criteria to determine if a patient was an acceptable candidate, used to be much more restrictive. The technological advancements of the equipment, as well as the surgical techniques used during the procedure, have enabled many more patients to be suitable candidates for this type of vision correction.Lasik surgery is a relatively quick procedure. It permanently reshapes the cornea of the eye to improve vision. In simple terms, the surgeon cuts a flap in the cornea, which is the clear layer of the eye. This allows the surgeon access to reshape the cornea. After correcting the shape of the cornea, the flap is closed and the patient can leave the facility to heal. This procedure is usually done on an outpatient basis. Only patients, who present with other risk factors that require observation, will Read more »

For those of us, who are dependent on contact lenses or glasses, laser eye surgery is an opportunity to get rid of these corrective aids, at least part of the time. Some are fortunate enough to have their vision corrected for good and do not need any further help from glasses or contacts. Lasik or laser eye surgery was developed in the 1990s, and it is still improving. New methods and new lasers are used today, which qualify many more patients to be suitable candidates for this procedure. Lasik is not the only surgical option to correct vision, but it is the most commonly performed surgery. The high success rate has certainly contributed to the popularity of Lasik surgery. Even though Lasik is a complex surgery, it sounds pretty straight forward. The Lasik surgeon makes an incision in the clear cover of the eye, the cornea. The little flap is lifted, and the surgeon can now reshape the cornea with the laser to correct the vision. This is a permanent change to the cornea that cannot be reversed. The incision is then closed again, and the patient can leave the treatment facility. The procedure is usually done on an outpatient Read more »