anyone here ever get eye laser surgery and if so how are you now?
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I have quite a few friends that have had the surgery.\nThe longest has been 10 years ago.  None of them have loss any vision since the surgery and they are all very pleased with the outcome.
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"Any type of surgery presents a risk and while an estimated 96% to 98% of the many millions of Lasik patients have no serious concerns, even years after surgery, there are a great number of them who have found that Lasik did not fully meet their expectations (they still needed glasses or contacts after surgery). Some small percent of Lasik patients are left with minor vision problems and a very small percent have had catastrophic problems. Such is the nature of any surgical procedure."
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I work for a LASIK and cataract surgeon so I feel I can give you some advise.  \n\nThe majority of complications associated with LASIK surgery involve the process of making the flap on the cornea.  In LASIK there are two main methods for making the flap.  One is with a devise called a microkeratome, which is basically a blade that is used to cut a flap in the cornea. The other devise is a femtosecond laser called Intralase that is used to make a flap.\n\nIt is proven that the Intralase system greatly reduses the accuracy of making the flap and the chances of any significant complications with the surgery.\n\nSo the main thing that I would recommend is going with a doctor that uses Intralase rather then a microkeratome.  You should be able to find a doctor doing this in most major metropolitan areas.\n\nAnd also don't settle for the bargain basement LASIK centers.  In life, you get what you pay for.  And do you really want to buy a surgery that's on sale?\n\nWell good luck on your decision.  LASIK is definately not for everyone, but it is amazing for those that qualify for it!
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i had it done a few years ago at TLC. they have a website and they are the ones that did Tiger Woods eyes. It was not cheap but if you try to find cheap you get less quality. i chose quality over price. mine was four thousand dollars. they will set you up a payment plan. i was 20/200 in both eyes and now i am 20/25 and 20/30. no more glasses or contacts. with TLC if you ever need it done again if your eyes change it is free, so you are paying for a lifetime of eye care. it did not hurt at all. they give you Valium just to make you not nervous. i told them later i was scared so they gave me another Valium. i liked that so i told them again i was scared and i got another one. when i went into the room to get it done i was stoned. i do remember everything because you are awake. they had like two machines and you were in a reclining chair. they put some foam pillows beside your head so you will not move around. he tells you everything he is going to do and what is going to happen so you will know and not be worried. he told me this part...and it was the scariest part but i knew it was coming ....that when he did one of the steps i would not be able to see for a few seconds. he was right. the whole thing was less than five minutes and when he was through the nurse set me up and pointed to a clock on the other side of the room and asked me what time it was. i could see it perfectly. i would do it again without even thinking about it. it is like i bought a miracle. i have to put lubricating drops in my eyes in the mornings when i wake up and that is all....great vision
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Most laser refractive surgery is recommended with people of 6.00 or less.  So, this makes you on the edge.  Lasik and other refractive surgeries or PRK or corneal rings are very safe. The best thing you can do if you are thinking about laser surgery is to really research the doctors in your area.  Stay away from the people who claim it's so easy they can do it over your lunch break.  There are some risks as with any surgery. Most practices have someone in charge of marketing and would be happy to either set you up with a free consultation with their corneal specialist or send you more information than you could ever dream of.\n\nAs far as cost, my practice charges just under $1,300 per eye. Pain is minimal and I have mostly heard it described as annoying achiness.  There will be eye drops for a while afterwards, make sure you are okay with that.\n\nAlso keep in mind that not everyone is a good candidate for surgery.  There are several tests required in determining whether you can have surgery. You have to have enough eye tissue, no dryness, etc.
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Laser surgery is usually recommended for people with high myopia IE. -4 and above ie.,-8 or -12 etc.\nHowever if a person feels his beauty is getting impaired by glasses and discomfiture using a contact lens he may opt for a laser surgery. A fine laser vaporises a thin layer of cornea so that the light is made to bend at appropriate angle and is made to focus on the retina.\nThe procedure is painless and in done in stages\n\nLaser urgery if done under sterile conditions and by a experienced optholmologist should cause less problem
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I had it done in 2003 for about $2400. Insurance did NOT cover it.\n\nHere's my bloggage from the time:\n\nhttp://www.xanga.com/home.aspx?user=stjnky&nextdate=4%2f6%2f2003+23%3a59%3a59.999\n\nI was 37 at the time. That's "gettin on up thar" in eyeball years, which means my prescription for nearsightedness had been stable for a good long time, which is a good thing in LASIKworld, but since I was approaching middle age, the warranty wouldn't be good for very long... meaning, LASIK may give you 20/20 vision *right now*, but your eyes are still likely to change as you get older and you *might* end up needing glasses again some day.\n\nI've been very happy with the results. The only downside is that, I guess since they are cutting through nerves in your cornea when they do this sort of thing, your eyes might end up being a little bit drier than they used to be (maybe you don't *feel* all the dust particles like you used to? I dunno.)\n\nOhyeah, and this year, at age 40, when I went for my eye exam, I was informed that my left eye is 20/20, but my right eye is 20/50.\n\nI still don't *need* glasses, but I find that it helps with night driving. The other interesting thing about LASIK and night vision is that, since your pupils get bigger in the dark, you're viewing things through more of the laser-scraped part of your cornea, so you're more likely to have slightly less-than-perfect vision at night. Have you ever heard about the "starbursts" some people report seeing around lights at night? It's probably due to that. I don't see starbursts, and the doc told me that's mostly a thing of the past as LASIK technology has improved over the years, but I do experience a bit of hard-to-describe distortion. It's not a *dealbreaker*, but the glasses *do* make it better.\n\n(Fun fact: note the monacle in the profile pic? That's for the 20/50 eye. :-)
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I had it done a few years ago, and my side effects were all temporary.  Increased dryness in the eyes; this happens to everyone for a few weeks, but it lasted a few months for me since I had dry eyes going into the surgery.\n\nI saw halos around streetlights at night for the first few weeks, then that went away as well.\n\nI would recommend going in for a consultation to talk to a doctor about the side effects and risks.  Most consults are free, even if you decide against the surgery.  They can tell you what to expect, specific to your eyesight.\n\nI'd recommend it to everyone.  It doesn't hurt, tis just a little awkward during the surgery.  But hey, a little awkwardness for 5 minutes has been worth years of contact-free and glasses-free eyes.
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I just had Lasik surgery about 3 weeks ago. I see so clearly now. It's great!!!! They give you a valium about 30 minutes before the procedure and they put numbing drops in your eyes too. It doesn't hurt, but it's a little uncomfortable. I was more nervous than anything else, but all went well. The only part I didn't care for much was when the doctor put the speculum on my eyes to make my eyelids expand and also so I couldn't blink. That was probably the most "pain" I felt. After it was all done, my eyes were and still are very sensitive to light. They're also dry, so I have to use drops. They said it was "normal"\nTry Lasik Plus Vision Center. They have great prices(I paid just under 2400.00 for both eyes together) They have payment plans too.
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Surgery takes about 30 seconds.  Afterwards your eyes will age/weaken as they naturally would.  I had it 7 yrs ago still 20/15 - better than perfect!  Of course there is a miniscule chance they will screw it up and you'll go blind.  My vision was pretty bad and I hated glasses and was sick of contacts and the risk was worth it to me.  It is the best medical thing I have ever had done.
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21 is a great age to have Laser Vision Correction. You should see much better after LASIK but it is a surgery and there are risks. You should have a consultation with your local Ophthalmologist to see if you are a candidate and they can answer your questions.\n\nPS You do not normally end up with 20/50 vision or 50/20 or whatever the previous person said. The national average states that 70-80% of people see 20/30 or better(Not a direct quote, juat a rough estimate) but most of my patients see 20/25 or better.
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I work for an optometrist that also comanaages laser patients. I've probably met at least 150 people that have had it done. That vast majority love it and have had excellent results. Usually, the worst I've seen are cases of chronic dry eyes. That doesn't mean there aren't risks, they are just low. Do your research to find a good surgeon and ask lots of questions. Remember you may need touch-ups and if you are young, you will need reading glasses at around 40-45 regardless.
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I wore contact lenses for 31 1/2 years and tri-focal glasses for 10 years.  My vision was 20/1000!!!!! I had lasik surgery last September and found it to be a miracle!!!! My vision is 20/25 and I can read things I was not able to read since I was a small child!  There are NO aftereffects whatsoever.  This procedure does not last a lifetime, and will necessitate further procedures (depending on the original-blade or bladeless surgery) and maybe that is where the silliness of causing blindness in old age comes from.  I would SERIOUSLY consider a consultation.  They are usually free and will answer all of the questions YOU have.  In the long run, it is a small price to pay for sight!
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Hey lala the surgery is very expensive and there is 1 in a 1000 chances for working it outfor you....you will loose your vision permanently.....\n\nIm a Doc myself and would want to advice an excersice an excercise to you for your eyes....\nPlease close your eyes tightly and open.... do this 10-15 times for 1-2 mins Everyday 3 times in a day so that your eye muscles can relax....Also dip cotton in rose water and close your eyes and clean your with it....
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A few, but a competent Lasik place should warn you and prepare you before your surgery.  After mine, I had to put drops in them all the time because they were very dry.  I couldn't open my eyes for 6 hours after the surgery so they could begin healing.  I used rewetting drops they suggested for at least 3 months afterwards.  And I do have a few problems at night with driving.  The lights have tiny little halos and make it harder to drive(but I deal), and the red lights at the movie theater floor blind me(someone has to lead me down the steps after the movie).  But overall i was super happy with the results and love it!!
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Lots of people get eye laser surgery. But honestly, when I ask my surgeon and physician friends, all refuse to get the surgery. They state that the long term risk is unknown and the chance of complication later on is high enough that they would prefer to wear glasses. Literally of the many people I know that have gotten the surgery, NOT ONE person who is medically knowledgeable has decided it is a good decision..
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I just had Lasik vision correction two weeks ago. It is a very amazing thing. You can go to the website to find out more info but basically they cut your cornea and reshape it to improve your vision. It is very safe and afforable. I would highly recommend it.