Laser Eye Surgery
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Lazer Eye Surgery

Lazer eye surgery is not lazer perfect. Although there are a number of people that will get the best possible results, there are also a few that won’t have the best results. If you considering an eye surgery that will provide you with the tools that you need to stop wearing glasses, or even better to stop have to deal with the problems of contact lenses, you need to know the truth. How often is it possible for patients to get 20/20 vision with the use of lazer eye surgery?

The problem with getting a straight answer is that you often have to understand what the options are and what the likely outcomes are. You see, there are a number of factors that play into what your results will likely be. For example, there are a number of different, FDA approved lazers that can be used to treat eye conditions. Each of these has a different success rate. In addition, the extent to which you have an eye condition also matters as well as the eye condition in the first place. Each has a different benefit possibility.

You can visit the FDA website to learn about the specific benefits and results based on a number of these factors if you like. The best way for you to find out what your benefits are likely to be is to talk with your doctor. Doctors can examine your eyes, see what your specific needs and conditions are, and then access your specific possibilities. While you can get some basic information from that website, your doctor will know better about your condition.

Lazer eye surgery is something that you can consider, but you should know the benefits you are likely to earn. You’ll find that many individuals will have excellent results. Talk to your doctor to learn what he can offer to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. QUESTION:
    When a person gets lazer eye surgery can they then see better than a person born with good eyes.?
    my bro got lazer eye surgery and he says he can see better than i can, i am the only person in my family with good eyes and i have no problem with my vision. my eyes are great! can he see better than i can with lazer surgery? if he can see better than me what does he see better? are things more clear, more colorful, or can he see farther?

    • ANSWER:
      naa. its nothing like that.if somebody got lazer surgery, they can things perfectly. and how does he know that he can see better than u? thats impossible to say. (unless u did some competetition on who sees better) laser surgery makes eyes see everything they way a NORMAL person sees. they don't need to wear glasses or anything like that. i dont think he can see farther.
      he can see what you or any person with normal eyes can see. there's nothing special about laser surgery, except they dont have to wear glasses.
      and, i guess he's saying that he can see better because he's just too excited that he can clear w/o glasses.

  2. QUESTION:
    How long do I have to wait to get the lazer eye surgery?
    I really want lazer eye surgery, but my eyes WILL NOT stop changing! They get worse and worse every year! I'm hitting my 20's, am I too old?!

    • ANSWER:
      Most respectable Laser facilities require a few things. First, 18 is the legal age in most states because your eyes are still growing and changing up to that point. Second, they wait until you go at least one year without having a change in prescription. Lastly, the run multiple tests to ensure that you are a candidate for the procedure...some people have corneas that are too thin for the procedure. The actual average patient age for LASIK is 26...so you are not to old!!!

  3. QUESTION:
    if you have lazer eye surgery, when you have kids will your bad eye sight still affect them?
    I was just wondering if when you get lazer eye surgery, if your bad eye sight will still be passed onto your kids or if the surgery will change your eyes and your children will not be affected.

    • ANSWER:
      If it's a genetic disorder the Lazik will not correct your genetics, just the end result.

  4. QUESTION:
    Can anyone tell me about lazer eye surgery?
    Has anyone here had lazer eye surgery?
    Can you describe the procedure?
    Was it painfull?
    Was it worth it?

    • ANSWER:
      Laser eye surgery is not really that painful. The surgeon first opens your eyes very wide and numb them. Then, (s)he cuts the cornea of your eyes and shoots laser at them. Next, they cover the cornea and apply some medicine to the eyes.

      Laser Eye Surgery is very expensive. It costs between 0 and 00 each eye. See your ophthalmologist for more details.

  5. QUESTION:
    i wanna know if i can get lazer eye surgery?
    my vision is 20/200 i wanna know if i can get lazer eye surgery and what are risks?

    • ANSWER:
      As long as you are over 21, then yes. Risks is basically blindness.

  6. QUESTION:
    Does lazer eye surgery DQ me for the military?
    I've been getting mixed answers on this, and I plan on getting the eye surgery before I join the military.

    P.S. I'm thinking of joining the Marines or Army.

    • ANSWER:
      It won't disqualify you from enlistment but you will have a mandatory waiting period before you can enlist after getting the surgery. I would just recommend joining now and then let the military pay for the surgery. They paid for mine back in 2004 and even paid for my ticket to Walter Reed to get the surgery. It's better than paying for it yourself and then having to gather all the paperwork to apply for a waiver to enlist several months after the surgery.

  7. QUESTION:
    Should I get lazer eye surgery?
    Has anyone had lazer eye surgery and have an opinion about it? I'm so sick of my glasses and can't wear contacts.

    • ANSWER:
      It's costly, but getting more affordable.

      You also need to consult with your eye doctor so they can measure your eyes, determine cornea thickness, look for anomalies like astigmatism. These measurements tell them if you are a good candidate for surgery. You will be monitored for a year after the operation to make sure the eye has healed.

      Complications include, lessened tear production, dry eyes, infections, halo effects from bright lights. In some cases the corrected vision may not be enough and you would still need glasses. In rare cases the area that was removed with the laser grows back.

      I had it done and my vision is good enough to see without corrective lenses, but my eyes no longer produce tears so I need to use eye drops every day to keep my eyes moist.

  8. QUESTION:
    do they put you to sleep durin lazer eye surgery?
    me and friend are having disagreements on wehter or not they put you to sleep during lazer eye surgery i say no but he says yes most ofennly dot they?

    • ANSWER:
      No, they do not put you to sleep during laser eye surgery. They give you eye drops before hand to numb the area, but they need you awake, so you can keep your eye still, and focused on one area. While you are sleeping, its possible (and very likely) that you will move your eye around, and if you do that during the procedure, it will likely damage your eye.

  9. QUESTION:
    Can I get lazer eye surgery through the NHS?
    I have a lazy eye where my right eye don't point straight and is slightly blurred. Could I get it through the NHS? If not then how much woud it cost?

    • ANSWER:
      It depends on what eye condition you have.

      Laser surgery is available on the NHS for eye conditions that, without treatment, can lead to loss of vision. However, it’s not available for conditions that can be treated successfully in other ways.

      Eye conditions that laser surgery can treat
      Laser eye surgery can help treat refractive (focusing) errors such as:

      •short-sightedness (myopia)
      •long-sightedness (hyperopia)
      •astigmatism, where the cornea (front surface of the eye) is not perfectly curved, causing blurred vision
      Laser surgery can also treat other eye conditions such as:

      •diabetic retinopathy (damage caused by blood vessels forming on the retina at the back of the eye)
      •thickening of the lens capsule (the ‘pocket’ that the lens sits in) after cataract surgery
      •some types of wet macular degeneration
      •some specific diseases of the cornea, such as recurrent corneal erosions and corneal epithelium dystrophies

  10. QUESTION:
    If you get a lazer eye surgery can u take pictures and be under lights? Details?
    Like if ur at a photoshoot or acting for a movie would the lighting and flashes effect it?

    • ANSWER:
      I doubt it. However, I suggest you ask this question again to whoever performs the laser eye surgery just to be sure. Always ask about risks and potential lifestyle changes involved in major procedures like these

  11. QUESTION:
    how long does lazer eye surgery take?
    how long does lazer eye surgery take?

    • ANSWER:
      It took less than 60 sec. per eye but I had to wear goggles while sleeping to protect the flap that was cut in my eye in order for it to heal. My vision on the way home from the Dr. was excellent and still 20/20 after 10 years. Many improvements since then I've read.

  12. QUESTION:
    Are you awake during lazer eye surgery?
    Are you fully awake while they do lazer eye surgery?

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  13. QUESTION:
    Can you still use contacts after lazer eye surgery?
    I've heard tha you can't, and I wanna use circle lenses after I get my eyes fixed but will it be ok for my eyes?

    • ANSWER:
      I suggest asking your doctor about this one. You most likely can wear them, but you do not want the money you invested in surgery to go to waste if you use contact lenses.

  14. QUESTION:
    how old and how bad does your vision have to be to get Lazer eye surgery?
    im 15 and i have 3.75 in one eye, and 2.25 in the other and i was wondering if i could get it done.

    • ANSWER:
      You have to be at least 18 for LASIK (21 for some other procedures). Most places will treat you if you have up to -12 or +5 diopters. If yours is -3,75, you are nearsighted; if it is +3.75, you are farsighted. Your prescritpion is definitely correctable. You also need to have a stable prescription for 1-2 years before you can get it. That means your prescription can not change by more than 0.5 diopters. Most people's vision stabilizes in their early 20s, so it might be a good idea to wait until you are in your early 20s to get it so you won't need additional surgeries if your vision continues to worsen. There are other criteria that you have to meet to be eligable for laser eye surgery, so you will have to consult with a surgeon when you are old enough to get the surgery. Make sure you choose a very experienced surgeon.

  15. QUESTION:
    Does anyone have regrets about having had lazer eye surgery?
    A friend told me that I should have it, but I'm not sure; I mean what if something goes wrong, how would I cope. What do you think? I would like to get feedback from people who got it done several years ago.
    Oops, just discovered that I got the spelling wrong, it should be Laser eye surgery. Thanks for all the answers so far.

    • ANSWER:
      I got it about 18 months ago. I had it done at a specialist place and I have mixed feelings about the results.
      My night vision is amazing, so much better than it was before, I can see clearly and safely.
      In general I am pleased with my overall vision. I can see much, much better now. BUT I do still need glasses, and infact, realised today that I need to get a check as there are small things now, such as size 8 font on the computer screen which immediatley after surgery I could read, now I can't.
      I needed glasses pretty much immediatley after the surgery for computer work, but there has definitley been a deterioation.
      Overall, for the price, the improvement in night vision alone has been worth it, I had the Wavefront to help with this, but, if that hadn't been a serious consideration, would i have done it? No. it's expensive and for very limited results.

  16. QUESTION:
    How did your lazer eye surgery go?
    I'm thinking about having it done...but...idk.
    Your thoughts?
    and don't tell me 'lazer' is spelled improperly. I don't care. Thanks.

    • ANSWER:
      You mean there's a surgery that will turn your eyes into lasers!!?? Like Superman has? Cool! I say, go for it!

  17. QUESTION:
    lazer eye surgery, is it all its cracked up to be?
    i think its called lazek eye surgery but I'm not sure i am planning to get it done as an eighteenth birthday present for myself.

    everywhere it says its really easy and safe and it works and everything, iv seen it been done they cut a little flap of eye over then zap your eye then flap the bit of your eye over again really disturbing but i want to hear what just general people have heard or experienced. anyone have any knolage or anything?

    • ANSWER:
      Dear Paul,
      Nothing to fear. I think it would be a great birthday gift to yourself! I only caution you to make sure you know the doctors performing the surgery. In other words, DO YOUR HOMEWORK! We want you seeing correctly when it's all said and done! When you complete the surgery, I recommend you take some eyebright supplements for quicker healing. Of course, as soon as, the surgery is done, you will be seeing clearer, but with a slight haze as if you are under water with your eyes open. MAKE SURE, you go straight home and rest those eyes! DO NOT USE THEM FOR ANYTHING! So make an evening appointment so someone else can drive you home and GO TO BED! Trust me, if you don't, your eyes will feel like horrible sandpaper on the inside that you will just have to let pass over with some remedy of artificial tear drops. GET INSURANCE TOO! (just more benefits) MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THEM TO PUT THE ARTIFCIAL TEARS IN YOUR TEAR DUCTS TOO! Trust me, you'll need all the lubrication you can get. It may be slightly higher, but well worth the sight! Yes, I had the surgery and see clearly now!

  18. QUESTION:
    what would be the best company to get lazer eye surgery with?
    Also are side effects common? if so, what are they

    • ANSWER:
      It depends where your located. The new Intralase lasik is very good. Its a bladeless procedure, which has less complications, and better results. Many offices now are switching over to the new technology, so call around in your area to see what equpitment they are using.

      The side affects are dryness of the eyes, especially in women (our eyes are naturally dryer than men). And really that is the most common one, there are some rare cases where the cornea is to thin and the surgery can go very wrong. But if you are going to a reputable office they would have already ruled out a problem with the thickness of your eye. They use a machine to measure that during your pre-screening for the lasik.

      Good luck..
      Here is the site to the intralase lasik.

      http://www.intralase.com/

  19. QUESTION:
    is lazer eye surgery permament? could i get it at 24 age years old?
    I ask around. alot of doctors and people who have had it done said it lasted 20-40 years. In the civilian world someone can get it at age 30,( has to be that age) and in the military you can get it at 21, would it last just as long if i got it at 23 or 24 years old?

    • ANSWER:
      I had my LASIK surgery about 10 years ago. I had severe astigmatism and was really pleased with the success. I never did get 20/20 vision but close.

      I am now 48 and need reading glasses, which I was told up front that I would because that is a part of the eye aging.

      I know that the doctor that did my surgery waits at least until your vision is stable. I had to show him past records to show that my vision hadn't changed much during the previous number of years.

      I don't think it's age so much as it's stable vision.

  20. QUESTION:
    how much is lazer eye surgery usually cost?
    and would u recommend for a 16 17 year old?

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  21. QUESTION:
    how much does lazer eye surgery cost?
    want to get my parents something, lazer eye surgery sounds like a good gift. please any referrals? in the LA area

    • ANSWER:
      Average 99 per eye. But there's a lot of nuances to this... bladed LASIK or all-laser LASIK? Custom or traditional? The article below gives details on pricing.

  22. QUESTION:
    How much does lazer eye surgery cost on average?

    • ANSWER:
      A person who wishes to undergo laser eye surgery may be wary of the cost. So, how much does laser eye surgery cost? Well, as you may have heard, laser eye surgery can be quite expensive. It may range from around 0 to as much as ,500 per eye.

      The cost of laser eye surgery depends on the level of correction required and the type of procedure carried out. At NewVision Laser Eye Surgery Clinics, laser surgery prices start from 75 per eye. The cost includes all mapping, vision testing and medications related to the surgery. Post-operative visits and any enhancement procedures that may be necessary during the first 12 months are also included in the price you are quoted. At NewVision Laser Eye Surgery Clinics there are no hidden extras.

  23. QUESTION:
    I joining the army and I then I am having lazer eye surgery after basic training will I need to wait 6 months?
    till I can carry on with the army again

    • ANSWER:
      I don't really know what you mean when you ask, "will I need to wait 6 months?", so I'll just answer everything the question could apply to. How long you're non-deployable and on light duty profile (no vigorous activity) for depends on which kind of surgery you get. PRK and RPK have longer healing times, and you'll be non-deployable for 90 days. If you get LASIK, you'll be non-deployable for around 60 days. In either case, immediately after the surgery, you'll be on quarters (that is, you'll stay in your barracks room or apartment instead of going to work) for a few days. Then you'll get a light-duty profile that lasts a few months, again depending on which kind of surgery you get.

      If you're joining the military and plan on getting some kind of laser eye surgery (LASIK, RPK, PRK, etc.), there's no reason to get it done on your own dime, if this is what you're suggesting. The US Army will pay to correct your vision once you get to your unit after basic training and AIT (Advanced Individual Training -- for your specific MOS/job). Wait until you get out of basic and AIT, spend a little time at your unit, and then talk to your team leader about getting corrective eye surgery. The only feasible reason your unit would deny you the opportunity is if the unit is scheduled to deploy within the next few months, in which case you can get it when you get back from deployment. Other than that circumstance, units would rather have their soldiers get corrective eye surgery than have to deal with glasses or contact lenses.

  24. QUESTION:
    Is lazer eye surgery safe? How long have procedures been done?
    Have there been studies to show it is safe in the last 10 years and have they figured out the night vision problem.?

    Peace,

    • ANSWER:
      It is so much more improved and safer than 20 years ago. The all-laser procedure is much better than cutting a flap with a blade.
      I had it done 6 months ago and am very happy with the LASIK.

  25. QUESTION:
    while I was having my eye lazer surgery I was laughing?
    But I was feeling so scared but couldn't stop laughing. How come?
    What does that suppose to mean? What kind of a person does that?

    • ANSWER:
      maybe they gave you nitrous oxide gas to make you laugh instead of having pain . nitrous oxide is a gas that makes you laugh even if you don't want to. hope every thing is ok with you

      hope this helps :)

  26. QUESTION:
    Eye lazer surgery.. any downsides?
    I have one eye of -8.50 and another of -6.50, and astigmatism.. Would there be any complications if i had lazer eye surgery? Or what are the general downsides to it?

    • ANSWER:
      No short term really. Some times it doesn't work 100% the first time however, the Dr. will go back and redo it for free. The best thing to do is pay a little more and go to a really good well recomended Dr. (Oh about the astigmatism... I don't think it matters, but you would have to ask your Dr. about that)

      HOWEVER.... This procedure has not been around long. There is no way to determine if long term effects are bad because no one has had it long term yet. For this very reason insurance companies consider it cosmetic and will not pay for it. They are afraid that 30 years down the road you will go 100% blind.

      My uncle had it an loves it, but like i said that was 5 years ago. 30 years down the road he might wish he never had it done. Personally, I wouldn't do it.

      Oh, BTW another down side is that if you are doing it for military or any kind of job... They won't accept you. For example... You can be a pilot in the US Air Force and had the procedure done. BUT, it HAS to be done while you are in the Air Force by a DR. that the Air Force sends you to. Same with most other jobs.

      Good luck,
      Grant

  27. QUESTION:
    Don't you thinl Lazer eye surgery should be cheap so taht everyone can see better?
    Don't you? I mean if people need to see better and it has to do with a person health.. don't you think it should be cheaper? sheesh... this world is corrupt... lol.

    • ANSWER:
      Pay for what you get. How much money you got, I can try to fix your eyes.

  28. QUESTION:
    can you apply to be a royal navy or army air core pilot evin with glasses or lazer eye surgery?
    i know that you cant in the RAF and also i know that you can wear them if you already are a pilot but i want to know if you can apply with them .

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  29. QUESTION:
    any experiances with lazer eye surgery?
    ok so my mom is wearing glasses nd she wants the lazer eye surgery so she wont need them any more nd is it worth it? nd around how much will it cost nd did i work nd help? thanks =)

    • ANSWER:
      in the US it still runs 00-0 per eye, thats 00-00 total

      it works great on nearsighted Rx's approx -1.00 to -9.00 or so. farsighted Rxs and high astigmatism cases still dont turn out great IMO.

      and if your mom is over 45 she'sll STILL NEED READING GLASSES. lasik does not fix presbyopia or the need for reading glasses.

  30. QUESTION:
    should i get lazer eye surgery?
    I wear glasses and i want to get eye surgery so that i wont have to walk around wearing glasses and so that i can show of my pretty hazel eyes but im afraid it will hurt.What should i do?

    • ANSWER:
      Whether or not you should get laser surgery depends on a lot of things such as your lifestyle, age and prescription just to name a few. You can go places and get a screening to see if you are even a candidate at all.

      There are dangers in laser eye surgery. Also it is reasonable to say that laser surgery may not have you seeing 20/20. You may also still have to wear reading glasses as you get older. It's best to get a screening so you can talk with the doctor about what is best for you.

  31. QUESTION:
    Can i get lazer eye surgery?
    I am seventeen, and just started wearing glasses 24/7 in april. i have astigmatism, and a lazy eye so one eye is a different perscription, but my eyesight isnt the worst without glasses, its bad, but there is alot worse. My type of problem is that i cant see far away..

    anyway i hate my glasses. they are uncomfortabe and interfere with my year round athletics and i just dont think glasses suit me. i try to wear contacts but they bug me.

    Am i too young? Can i get it? are there bad things what can happwn with lazer surgery?

    ***I dont need 20/20 vision..i dont care if i even need glasses for little things, its just that i dont like having the hasssle of them.

    • ANSWER:
      Yes, you are too young; not only are your eyes still potentially changing, you have an astigmatism, which complicates correcting your vision, and you cannot (in the US) sign a legally binding contract which would allow you to accept the risks. Most of the time, recipients of the surgery seem pleased; it is only a very small number of cases that have something go wrong. However, when something goes wrong, it can go terribly wrong, and there is not always a way to fix it.

      Your body is a biological machine that should not be altered lightly. This is my personal philosophy.

      When you turn 18, you can go to a doctor to be evaluated to see whether you are a candidate for the procedure. In the meantime, here are some links to stories about bad outcomes from laser surgery:

      www.lasikdisaster.com/
      www.lasikfraud.com/my_story.html
      www.kathygriffin.net/lasik.php
      www.cbc.ca/health/story/1999/02/18/lasereye990218.html
      www.kesq.com/global/story.asp?S=9269257
      www.weitzlux.com/.../news/botchedlasik_1170.html

  32. QUESTION:
    I currently wear contact lenses but have decided to have lazer eye surgery?

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  33. QUESTION:
    Do more people buy a bowling ball and throw it away or get lazer eye surgery and discard the glasses?

    • ANSWER:
      Many professional bowlers (assuming they have ball contracts) generally get new bowling balls every couple of weeks. Even mid- to skilled- amateurs usually retire their "arsenal" of balls each year or two to upgrade to new models. How many times can one get laser eye surgery in a lifetime?

  34. QUESTION:
    my sister is having eye lazer surgery, has anyone had it before? what is the steps to look after her?
    she says it's 20mins, but she won't be able to see/focus for the evening. can someone who has had the surgery please let me know what I can do to help her afterwards, up until she goes to sleep?
    are the steps? my bad.. english.

    • ANSWER:
      This is my post to the laser eye forum… (Also, at http://www.lasereyeforum.com/forum/viewthread.php?tid=4599)

      *************************
      My Experiences - Optical Express (Nottingham)

      4 weeks ago I spoke to a couple of friends who had had laser surgery . They say it was the best thing they had ever done. This spurred me on, together with looking at the statistics, and 3 wks ago I went for my free consultation.

      I decided I wanted to go for the full thing, Wavefront and Intralase, thus avoiding sharp instruments, and using only lasers.

      My prescription was mild R+1, L+0.75, so the cost was just over £2k

      I am 41, and thought to myself, "Just trust the statistics, and be brave for 5 minutes, and you will enjoy the remainder of your life more."

      So, Last Friday 7/3/08 was D-day. Got to Nottingham at 3pm and after a little wait - I was called in to do triple checks regarding facts and figures, and was taken in to the operating theatre.

      Lay on the bed, nervous I had to admit, but took myself off to another place, and less than 5 minutes later both eyes were done. 10 minutes after that I was in a taxi home with sunglasses on, and thinking, "Wow, I did it".

      I had always wanted it done, but never been in a financial position to do so. I was also concerned about the chances of things going wrong, but my friends successes filled me with great confidence.

      No grittiness, tad sore a couple of hours later, but a couple of Ibuprofen and a half-decent night's sleep, and woke up more-or-less perfect.

      Have a little night-glare at the mo, and a bit of bruising on the eyeballs, but both will get better in a couple of weeks.

      The cost sounds expensive, but it pays for itself over the years, in not buying glasses every couple of years.

      If your frightened don't be - surgeons (in this case Mr Bal Manoj - Google him) sit at the side of God.

      As a sportsman (146 at snooker, 4 over at golf) I'm just glad to have my peripheral vision back, and can't wait to get back on the golf course.

      *********************************************

      So I would heartily recommend it as I have perfect eyesight now.

      Furthermore, they operate a "Recommend A Friend" deal at Optical Express, whereby the new customer gets £50 off the price if they quote a previous customer's details, and I would also get £50 for recommending you. Email me and I can let you have my details.

      Hope all this helps.

  35. QUESTION:
    Has anyone had lazer eye surgery?
    im considering having lazer eye surgery since i have had glasses for 13 years. i just want to know how long the process is and if its painful at all? also how did the results come out?? any info you know would be greatt! thanks in advancee

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  36. QUESTION:
    do you need to do anything again when you get lazer eye surgery?
    when you get it once do you need drops or go back every year or is that it

    • ANSWER:
      Depends on the type of surgery:
      However, in general;

      Your doctor may give you one or more types of eye drops to take away with you to help prevent inflammation and infection. He may also suggest the use of artificial tears to lubricate/moisten the eye.

      Cleaning your eye lashes for a reasonable time after the operation.

      Wear sunglasses/hat for 12 months after the operation; It is very important to ensure that you shield your eyes from any sort of UV damage.

      Sometimes you may need a re-operation if the eye-problem persists.

      No rubbing your eyes

      You may get some goggles that you wear at night to prevent you from rubbing your eyes, and some sunglasses to protect you from UV light.

  37. QUESTION:
    If I get my vision fixed with lazer surgery, can I join special forces in the Army?
    I couldn't join special forces or infantry because my vision wasnt good enough. can I get into any of those if I get lazer eye surgery?
    I know it isn't easy, thats why I want to do it. By the way, I don't do anything if it is easy, I will live a life of training just to even get into it.

    • ANSWER:
      First, you don't join Special Forces. You join the Army, preferably infantry, and then apply to Special Forces later. If someone told you something different, i.e. a recruiter, I think they are stretching the truth. However, I would ask a recruiter, and then VERIFY that answer with someone else, preferably someone in Special Forces, if laser surgery correction is acceptable. In federal law enforcement I believe laser surgery correction to at least the minimum sight requirements was acceptable but only after waiting six months after the surgery to ensure no problems post-operative occured. I hope it works out for you, especially since that seems to be what you really want. Good luck.

  38. QUESTION:
    can i get lazer eye surgery?
    im 17
    and i cant see long distance
    i already have glasses but i dont like wearing them
    and i have contacts but there very expensive

    how much would lazer eye surgery cost?
    is there any chance i can go blind?

    • ANSWER:
      For most things, if there is an age restriction, you'll need a parent to approve. Laser surgery cost: I've seen "0 per eye" advertised on TV but looking into this for my self it's more like 00-00 to do both eyes at the same time.

      There are always risk involved, but that's why I'd say go to a good surgeon even if it cost more. I have had tons of people in my family with success stories though so I'm not worried

      On Wednesday when I saw my optometrist he said you have to be a good candidate and one of the main things is your eyes have to be in a stable condition (not still changing) so being so young, you'd have to talk to your optometrist about that.

      Another thing is results can vary. Everyone expects to walk out with 20/20 vision BUT there are a bunch of cases where may walk out only 95% of that. That's still a 95% improvement but that disappoints a lot of people

      There was one other tid-bit I got from him but I can't recall it right this second but I hope I've helped

  39. QUESTION:
    Is lazer eye surgery safe?
    i cant stand being blind, losing my glasses all the time! getting head ackes from them. i can get lazer eye surgery pretty much for free until im outta school, so i was thinking about it. but i have my what ifs about the whole thing. Can i go blind? is there a chance of it? or is it worth it?

    • ANSWER:
      Both my aunts had it done over 8 years ago and they didn't have any problems. My cousin had it done 3 years ago and she didn't have any issues either. Although she still has to wear glasses when she's on the computer she doesn' thave to deal with contacts anymore to see. I plan on getting it done myself in the spring. I'm very nervous but it has to be better then paying for contacts and/or lenses every year as well as dealing w/ the hassles of putting them in and takin them out and dealing with dry eyes etc.

      I have never heard of anyone going blind but I guess there is risk to everything you do. I am going to go to Kremer. It's top rated. I don't care if it cost more. When it comes to my eyes I'm not going to let cost be a concern.

  40. QUESTION:
    Can a blind person, get lazer eye surgery?
    Just wondering, incase I become blind from floaters because I was too late :/

    • ANSWER:
      I don't understand why people gave the other answer a thumbs up.

      No you cannot have refractive surgery to correct anything but refractive propblems...things that can be fixed with glasses. If a person is blind it is almost always from another reason whether it disease, damage from injury, or birth defect. Laser surgery will not fix any of those.

      Floaters also do not cause people to go blind.

      http://www.medicinenet.com/eye_floaters/article.htm

  41. QUESTION:
    lazer eye surgery in the uk?
    i am looking in to getting lazer eye surgery but i am not sure of the best company to go with. has anybody had it done who can help me pick the best one. i live in scotland

    thankyou for answering, x

    • ANSWER:
      The most famous laser eye surgery clinics in scotland are optical express, their reviews are all in scotland and they do it for £395 an eye so try it out.

      Good luck

  42. QUESTION:
    how long do you have to were a eye shield after lazer eye surgery?

    • ANSWER:
      The only reason you should have to wear any type of post op shield is if you have 1) had Lasik and the edges of the flap don't lay down well or 2) you have had PRK. In both these cases you may have to wear a contact lens on the eye. In the case of the Lasik flap issue, usually 24 hours is sufficient. In the case of PRK, usually 3 days is sufficient.

  43. QUESTION:
    Project on Electromagnetic Spectrum Need help finding information on Lazer Eye Surgery ?
    Any thing that could help me would be greatly accepted

    • ANSWER:
      Well, I'd suggest just doing a basic search for laser refractive surgery. Wikipedia has several excellent articles that explain PRK and LASIK, which are the two most common laser surgeries. Keep in mind there are other types of lasers used for surgeries in the eye for health problems -- people with diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachments, and glaucoma also can have laser procedures done. (Look up photocoagulation and laser trabeculectomy/trabeculoplasty for more info.)
      In any case, a laser is just a highly-collimated (parallel) beam of regular ol' light energy at a specific wavelength. LASIK uses an excimer laser; the other procedures use different lasers (YAG, for example) that operate at different wavelengths. In any case, it's the strength of the laser that is responsible for the tissue being blasted away.
      You've got more research to do, but hopefully this is a helpful starting point.

  44. QUESTION:
    lazer eye surgery cost?
    Looking to find what lazer eye surgery avg. cost is.

    • ANSWER:
      depends on where you go, there are places in my town thats is around 1500 for each eyes

  45. QUESTION:
    Lazer eye surgery ?
    i might be getting lazer eye surgery and im wondering what happens when you do it ?
    is there any cutting or slicing, or shaving done to my eye ? and what happens once the surgery is done ? im a bit nervous about medical stuff so tell me as much info about it as you can.
    thank you

    • ANSWER:
      Laser surgery is reshaping the cornea to alter the refractive (light bending property) power of the eye. They do this by slicing a flap off the front of the cornea then using the laser to re-shape the cornea.
      Really, any good (honest and decent) laser clinic should explain this to you.
      It's cosmetic surgery, it's not a procedure that you need doing so take that into account. Research the clinic you are thinking of using, and remember do not let price influence your choice.
      Your prescription is never normally stable your whole life so be aware that you will probably be wearing glasses again at some point. Contact lenses allow you to see without glasses and they can change with your prescription so is a much safer bet.
      I personally would never have laser surgery done, nor would I let my mum have it done... think about that.

  46. QUESTION:
    Lazer Eye Surgery?
    I am seriously considering lazer eye surgery here in the UK. I have just had my 2 hour consultation. Has anyone else had this done and if so, what are your thoughts?

    • ANSWER:
      Best thing I have ever done. In less than 10 min you stop wearing glasses. It's very good my vision is 20/20. Couldn't think of a better thing to do with myy money. Keep in mind that it's like getting a pair a new eyes they have to adjust and once they do it's great.

  47. QUESTION:
    Risks of lazer eye surgery?
    Has anyone ever had Lazer eye surgery? And if so, can you explain the results?

    • ANSWER:
      Blindness and unexpected blurry vision.

      Surgeons at our local hospitals will lose their jobs if they get laser surgery. I believe pilots of major airlines are also now prohibited.

  48. QUESTION:
    What makes you a good candidate for eye correction lazer surgery?
    I'm seriously considering it.
    OTHER THAN REALLY POOR EYESIGHT...lol

    • ANSWER:
      First of all you must be aware of all the potential risks...it is not a minor procedure. There are also the repurcussions you must consider; not everyone gains completely perfect vision.

      Of course you need to visit an ophthalmologist..only he/she can tell you if you are an ideal candidate. It depends on the shape of your eyes, the thickness of your natural lense, if you are astigmatic or not, the amount of correction required amongst other things. He will also see if you are psychological able to go through this procedure.

      Btw...its also very expensive!

      I wish you all the luck :) I know how it feels sometimes, glasses are annoying, i wouldnt be able to go without my contacts.

  49. QUESTION:
    lazer eye surgery?
    i am getting lazer eye surgery done in a few weeks. i am having lazek wavefornt. can anyone tell me what to expect during and after? and how long before i can wear eye makeup? thanks

    • ANSWER:
      Congratulations! If you are having the typical lasik where they create a flap, it's usually a 24 hour recovery time. The other version known as PRK, you're looking at a 7 day recovery since they literally buffer off the top few layers of your cornea.
      The hardest part for me when I had PRK done a year ago was not blinking when they put the thing on my eye to keep it open. They will numb your eyes so you won't feel anything during the procedure and the total procedure shouldn't take longer than 1 minute per eye once they start the laser.
      Make sure you are using your drops before & after surgery as directed. Wear your sunglasses and most of all, go home and go to bed. Your eyes will heal faster when they are closed. They'll feel better too. If they end up doing PRK, make sure you ask for a prescription pain medication. You'll be sorry if you don't.
      I think I couldn't wear eye makeup for 2 or 3 weeks after having PRK.
      Good luck - I hope you have as good of luck as I did!!!

  50. QUESTION:
    Lazer eye surgery for short sight.?
    I'm 24 and got diagnosed with short sight at 13 and I've been regularly having to wear contacts/glasses since I was 18. I've been reading up on lazer eye surgery lately and I'm interested in it. However afriend told me theres a chance it could make me blind. Is this true?

    • ANSWER:
      Lasik eye surgery is rather safe if only you are a suitable candidate. As with any surgery, there is a definite risk incurred. You must be screened for suitability and examined by the doctor personally. (Not the sales team to mislead you to get expensive package deal).

      If you are a suitable candidate, the risk maybe :-
      1.)Dry eyes (temporary)
      2.)Regression/ enhancement
      3.)Infection (3-5/20,000 for the next 3 weeks)
      4.)Flap/ complication of treatment (rare)
      5.)Miscellaneous

      A suitable candidate for Lasik surgery, it depends on:-
      1.)Your corneal thickness
      2.)Your power
      3.)Your age
      4.)A centre with a doctor who is examining your eyes personally
      5.)Through explanation to suit your lifestyle

      Always insist on seeing the doctor performing the surgery for you. It is the due deligent of him or her to present the risk and benefit to you in detail personally.

      Dr. Yeoh Phee Liang
      Consultant Ophthalmologist
      www.advancevision.net.my