Loading ...Laser Eye Surgery: Things To Know
While laser eye surgery or Lasik surgery is quite common these days as it is one of the most advanced techniques for correction of the eye. It is a non invasive procedure and a simple one too. However like every other medical procedure or surgery, it has its own risks and a set of procedures before and after operation. Since the post recovery process is not very complicated, many people prefer opting for it than wearing glasses. However one needs to be cautious of the various advertisements about these surgeries and not fall for the scams. The surgery must be performed by a reputed and experienced ophthalmologist only.
Though the risks or number of unsuccessful options are very minimal, it is important to take all the necessary information from the doctor. There are a few things about Lasik treatment or surgery that every patient and their families should know. It has not been around 15 or more years when laser surgery was first introduced. Hence the records of the impact of the correction for long term date back only to a few years. However none of the patients have had a problem in vision for all these years. This goes to prove that the surgery is definitely effective.
There are a very few cases of unsuccessful surgery where the correction has not been to the exact point. But there are also millions of cases where the surgery has resulted in a perfect 20/20 vision. It is a very safe option and if performed by an experienced ophthalmologist, the chances of safety and success increase furthermore. The risks are eliminated to a large extent too. Also with time, new technologies have been introduced in this field. These techniques give highest importance to safety and accuracy. So the modern advanced methods are more accurate and effective.
Now comes the most important part – the cost. Though many people may wish to opt for this surgery not all may find it affordable. The costs are not very economical and it may pinch the pocket especially if both eyes have to be corrected and if the extent of correction is high. There are a couple of different types of laser eye surgery and the cost may differ as per the type chosen. Generally the price that you will see in the advertisements will be for a single eye correction. Hence do not get lured by them. Correcting both eyes will cost double.
The average rates for different treatments are – for a laser correction -$2150, Eye surgery using bladed instrument without wavefront analysis – $1580, eye surgery through a wavefront analysis $2170. Newer technologies may cost extra and there may also be some additional charges that the surgeon can levy for various other inclusions. Wavefront analysis is costly as it involves maximum accuracy. The laser treatment uses laser to lift a flap in front of the eye and then corrects the vision. The exact price can be quoted only by your doctor depending on the extent and type of treatment you require.
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