The Facts About Laser Vision Correction Procedures
Procedures, Recovery and Costs of Laser Vision Correction
Laser Vision Correction has come a long way over the past few years. Most people use laser vision correction surgery as an alternative to wearing eye glasses or contact lenses. Over 90% of people who have had a laser vision correction procedure are satisfied with their results.
How do you know if laser vision correction surgery is right for you?
Laser vision correction works great for correcting myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism, if you have any of these conditions talk with your eye doctor. If your eye doctor decides laser vision correction surgery is right for you he/she will be able to work with you on choosing a laser vision surgeon. Family Vision Center doctors work with top laser vision correction surgeons in Connecticut to co-manage laser vision correction surgeries.
How do you know which laser vision correction procedure is right for you?
While there are many different Laser Vision Correction Procedures available Lasik and the fairly new Intralace (Bladeless Lasik) are the most common procedures. Your laser vision surgeon will discuss your options with you and help you chose the laser vision procedure that best suits you.
What is done during the laser vision correction procedure?
Laser vision correction is a fairly quick and painless procedure. During the procedure a flap is lifted by the surgeon to reveal the eyes inner corneal tissue. After the corneal tissue is revealed a cool laser light is used to reshape the inner layers of the cornea and the flap is than replace to its original position. The procedure typically takes only a few minutes of which the patient might feel slightly uncomfortable but should feel no pain. The eyes may also feel irritated but the irritation and uncomfortable feelings should subside over the next few hours.
What is the recovery period for Laser Vision Correction?
While blurry vision is usually experienced for a few hours after surgery, vision is typically restored over the next couple days and the results can be seen shortly after. Although results can be seen fairly quickly, it takes some time for the eye to fully heal and patients should be careful with their eyes for a few weeks. The eye flap that was lifted and replaced during the procedure will heal securely into place after a few months. Follow up appointments with the surgeon and/or your eye doctor is necessary to make sure the eyes are healing properly.
What does it cost to have Laser Vision Correction surgery?
The cost of laser vision correction varies from surgeon to surgeon. The price also depends on the type of laser vision correction procedure being performed.
If you are interested in having a laser vision correction procedure the doctors at Family Vision Center would love work with you in finding a good surgeon and co-managing your procedure with the surgeon. Give us a call in Bridgeport (203-333-2020) or Stratford (203-377-2020) to schedule an appointment with one of our eye doctors to discuss your options.