Still Wearing Eyeglasses?
Are you still wearing eyeglasses? How about contact lenses? Have you heard of Lasik? Laser Surgery? Curious but nervous, one gets intimidated upon hearing these words as these relate to surgical treatment of the eyes. As it relates to one’s vision which is an all too important and basic function in life, as effective and permanent solution to one’s optical impairments? Is it 100$ safe? Is it 100% effective? Will there be complications?
As Lasik surgery sounds intimidating, will the cost be as intimidating too or more intimidating? Certainly these are questions that come to mind that need to be answered fully to the absolute satisfaction of the optically impaired and those of his or her loved ones.
Vision, 24×7, is too basic and important to be taken for granted that one has to know if indeed Lasik would be the best and most effective solution. One’s level of expectation as to what one expects out of Lasik and what Lasik can do on the other hand has to be weighed.
Lasik surgery is basically laser surgery to correct refractive errors in the eyes. It is the thus the treatment that reshapes the cornea to produce clear vision. Myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism can be treated by Lasik.
An experienced ophthalmologist would be a reliable resource who will determine if one is a good candidate for Lasik as he can do a comprehensive eye exam and medical history.
Lasik eye surgery, to most patients, has been found to be a safe and effective treatment and has in fact gained popularity with more than a million people undergoing Lasik surgery annually. Most patients are happy and satisfied with their Lasik treatment as it has improved their visual activity. Those who had successful Lasik treatments can already do away with the use of eye glasses or contact lenses. They enjoy the freedom of clear vision of 20/20 at all times and even indulge in any activity without restrictions.
But it doesn’t mean that Lasik is 100% risk free. There has been a small percentage of about 1 to 5% who experienced complications such as sensitivity to light, glared vision, dry eyes, loss of vision clarity and sensitivity. The good thing is that this incidents have been kept to a minimum with the continuous advancement of technology.
So are you up to it? I know I am. Time for me to save up to be able to pay for that Lasik surgery.