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Frequently Asked Questions

 

General Questions
Q1   What is LASIK?
Q2   What should my expectations about the LASIK procedure be?
Q3   Who can perform LASIK surgery?
Q4   How do I select the right surgeon?
Q5   What happens during a LASIK procedure?
Q6   How long will the procedure take?
Q7   How accurate is the procedure?
Q8   What kinds of lasers are used in LASIK surgery?
Q9   Are all Excimer lasers equally good?
Q10   Will the ultraviolet light from the Excimer cause cancer?
Q11   Are there alternative treatments to LASIK? How do they compare to LASIK?
Q12   What is "PerfectShape™ LASIK"?
Q13   What if I have poor night vision after LASIK already?
Q14   How does Intralase Method work?
Q15   Can I pay for my LASIK/ICL by installment plan?
 
Surgery Related Questions
Q16   Who is eligible for surgery?
Q17   What are some conditions which prevent you from undergoing LASIK?
Q18   What are some eye problems LASIK cannot treat?
Q19   What if I have small, deep-set eyes or any other condition that will obstruct the laser?
Q20   What range of short- and long-sightedness can be treated using LASIK?
Q21   What factors determine the range and accuracy of treatment possible?
Q22   Can I have both eyes treated at the same time?
Q23   When can my second eye be treated?
Q24   What is over-correction and under-correction? How can it be rectified?
Q25   What happens during enhancements?
 
Risks, Side Effects & Concerns
Q26   Is LASIK safe? What if my eyes move?
Q27   Is LASIK painful?
Q28   Will there be bleeding?
Q28   Will I look different? Will my eye have a scar after the procedure?
Q29   Does LASIK make the cornea or the eye weaker?
Q30   Is it possible for my vision to end up worse than before?
Q31   How long will it take for my vision to stabilize/recover?
Q32   What are some side-effects of surgery?
Q33   What are some complications that can occur during surgery?
Q34   What is a free cap? If I happen to have one how does it affect me?
 
Before & After
Q35   Why do you need to know how thick the cornea is?
Q36   Are there special precautions I have to take before the procedure?
Q37   Is there follow-up after surgery?
Q38   Are there special precautions I have to take after the procedure?
Q39   How soon can I resume normal activities (e.g. work or recreation) after surgery?
Q40   Can I wear contact lenses after surgery?

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