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Is laser surgery good for eyes?
In general, most people who have laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) eye surgery achieve 20/20 vision or better, which works well for most activities. But most people still eventually need glasses for driving at night or reading as they get older.
Is laser eye surgery painful?
The majority of people don't experience any pain during their laser eye surgery. You may feel some pressure, but your surgeon will give you numbing eye drops before your procedure to minimize discomfort. It's common to experience some discomfort or mild pain after your procedure once the eye drops wear off.
How long does laser surgery last on your eyes?
While the effects of LASIK surgery are permanent, the benefits can decrease over time. For most patients, the results of this surgery will last a lifetime. About 10-12% of patients nationwide will need enhancement surgery because of anatomical changes to the eye/eyes.
What are the side effects of laser eye treatment?
You might notice increased light sensitivity, glare, halos around bright lights or double vision. Even when a good visual result is measured under standard testing conditions, your vision in dim light (such as at dusk or in fog) may be reduced to a greater degree after the surgery than before the surgery.
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Mar 6, 2023 · Vision correction surgery, also called refractive and laser eye surgery, refers to any surgical procedure used to fix vision problems.
Dec 11, 2023 · LASIK is a type of refractive surgery. This kind of surgery uses a laser to treat vision problems caused by refractive errors.
In general, most people who have laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) eye surgery achieve 20/20 vision or better, which works well for most activities.
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