LASIK surgery typically takes 10-15 minutes for each eye. During the procedure an ultraviolet laser is used to remove excess tissue so the rays of light are focused clearly on the retina.
When the lens of the eye cannot refract light, blurriness results. Lasik surgery is more often used to treat this refractive error. More often patients who are nearsighted looking for a permanent solution opt for Lasik (nearsightedness is a common refractive defect of the eye) Farsightedness, aswell as astigmatism can also be treated but is less common for this type of treatment.
Whilst this type of eye surgery can give candidates the desired results it is important that all candidates discuss and weigh the potential rewards against the risks involved. The eyes are the most delicate area of your body. If you are happy with wearing contacts or glasses it is your doctor may recommend that you continue to do so.
The cost of lasik eye surgery has decreased over the years however there are still a range of factors that will affect the cost of this laser surgery.
Whether you are long/short sighted or have astigmatism the higher your prescription the more expensive it will be. An experienced eye surgeon in a reputable eye clinic will also charge more than a less experienced surgeon in a less reputable clinic.
Typically eye clinics who have a good success rate will also charge more, the location of the eye clinic also plays a role. Clinics in some major cities are more costly.
The actual lasik cost varies between $1000 per eye to $3000 per eye. $1000 is for the milder prescription and the cost will generally rise the higher the prescription.
If wavefront and intralase are added this may add another $1000 per eye. Both are said to increase the visual outcome giving better results.
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