LASIK, or laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis, is a two-step surgery in which a thin layer of the cornea is lifted and the inner cornea is sculpted to correct its shape and allow for better vision.
LASIK surgery can correct any type of refractive error. People with most cases of nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism will all benefit from LASIK.
If you’re at least 18 years old, in general good health with no eye diseases, and you have a stable vision prescription, then most likely, yes!
Yes, you can elect to have Advanced Surface Ablation (ASA), refractive lensectomy or Phakic intraocular lens implants if you suffer from extremely severe refractive errors.
Both surgeries use a laser to reshape the cornea. However, ASA does not require the creation of a corneal flap. As a result, the procedure requires less instrumentation but a longer healing period.
LASIK surgery is extremely safe. About 32 million LASIK procedures have been performed to date, making it the most common elective vision procedure in the United States. All branches of the U.S. military and NASA have approved LASIK surgery for their service people.
LASIK surgery is relatively painless. Anesthetic drops numb your eyes, so all you feel is slight pressure. You will remain awake and comfortably reclined throughout the procedure. You may choose to receive medication to help you relax. Some patients experience slight discomfort in the 12 to 24 hours following the treatment, but medication is available to alleviate this possibility.
Typically, both eyes are treated during the same visit, and it takes less than 10 minutes per eye. You will need to schedule pre- and post-op exams, but these are generally short visits and are essential for your health.
Our standard fee for LASIK and ASA is $2,500 per eye or $5,000 for both eyes. This includes all pre-operative and post-operative visits, as well as any enhancements you may need for up to one year after your procedure.Please note that this fee does not cover office visits or surgeries unrelated to your initial vision correction.
If you’d like to learn about discounts available for payments by cash, check, or credit card, feel free to contact us – we’re happy to help you find the option that works best for you.
