5 common questions about laser (LASIK) eye surgery

5 common questions about laser (LASIK) eye surgery. Imagine 2024 is your start to a glasses and contact free life – a life of visual freedom – get those trendy sunglasses (without the prescription lenses) and enjoy the sights of life without visual aids.

Well, you can and it’s not a dream, advances in laser eye correction has come a long way with tremendous success.

One of the more established procedures for laser correction is LASIK.

What exactly does LASIK mean?

LASIK is an acronym for laser in situ keratomileuses (in situ – kerato – mileusis).

• In situ is Latin for “in the normal place,” meaning confined to the original site, without touching any other parts of the eye.
• Kerato is Greek for “cornea,” while “mileusis” is Greek for “to shape.”

The term means to use a laser to reshape the cornea without invading the adjacent cell layers.

What vision issues can LASIK treat?

LASIK is used to treat refractive errors, which are problems with the way light focuses on your retina. This can result in blurry vision. LASIK can treat:

• Myopia (nearsightedness): When you can see close objects clearly but distant objects are blurry.
• Hyperopia (farsightedness): When you can see distant objects clearly but close objects are blurry.
• Astigmatism When objects are blurry due to the shape of your eye.

Is LASIK safe?

Despite the idea of a laser touching your eyes, LASIK is a safe procedure. It is considered so safe that the United States Air Force even allows its fighter pilots to have the surgery.

How long will LASIK results last?

LASIK results are long-lasting. However, in some cases, the procedure may not fully correct your vision or may overcorrect it. In these cases, an eye surgeon may need to perform enhancement surgery, which is rare and only 1% of the time.

It is also important to note that age-related changes in your eyesight can occur regardless of whether you have had LASIK. For example, you may still need reading glasses over the age of 45.

Are there any side effects of LASIK treatment?

The most common side effects of LASIK are dry eyes and sensitivity to light. However, these are usually temporary and subside within a few months. Your eye surgeon can provide you with solutions to manage these side effects.

Additional information:

• LASIK has been around since 1998.
• It was discovered by accident when a young boy with a corneal accident had his vision restored.
• LASIK is considered a revolutionary treatment for vision correction.
• If you are considering LASIK, it is important to consult with an eye surgeon to determine if you are a good candidate for the procedure.

If you have any questions about LASIK, please contact Hunter Laser Vision today.

Finally, today there are many more options for laser eye correction including; PRK, SMILE and CLE.

Upon an initial eye consultation, your eye surgeon will advise you on the best treatment procedure for your eye condition.

To find out what treatment is suitable for you, contact us. Hunter Laser Vision 1800 44 2020