Frequently Asked Questions

You won’t feel the laser during the treatment because you will have received anesthesia. You can experience some pain following the operation, such as watery, itchy, or gritty eyes. It will pass soon.

The average cost of glasses, contacts, exams, solution, etc. is $1,100 per year. LASIK eye surgery can be a more cost-effective solution than purchasing glasses or contact lenses over a lifetime. Although the initial cost of the procedure may seem high, the long-term savings on corrective lenses can make LASIK a more affordable option in the long run.

If you are considering LASIK eye surgery, the first step is to schedule a consultation with an experienced ophthalmologist. During the consultation, the doctor will perform a thorough eye exam to determine whether you are a suitable candidate for the procedure. Factors such as age, eye health, and the severity of your vision impairment will be taken into consideration.

LASIK vision correction is a non-invasive procedure that uses a laser to reshape the cornea and correct common vision problems like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. The recovery process typically only takes a few days and the patient can typically see a difference in their vision almost immediately. Most patients will have their vision fully stabilized within a month, and can expect the results to last for many years with no further maintenance required.

Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) offers a number of benefits over traditional laser vision correction surgery. Unlike laser surgery, which only corrects nearsightedness and farsightedness, RLE can correct a wide range of vision issues, including presbyopia, astigmatism, and cataracts. Additionally, RLE is typically more precise than laser surgery, providing sharper vision results and more accurate correction of the entire eye. RLE also does not require the same type of healing process as laser surgery, so there is a lower risk of side effects. Finally, RLE can be completed in a shorter period of time and is not limited by the patient’s age. With these advantages, RLE is a great option for those looking to improve their vision.

Before having LASIK surgery, you will have a thorough eye exam at Metro Eye MD in Bayside or Astoria, New York, to make sure you are a good candidate. What you must do to get ready will be explained by one of our LASIK specialists.

Before your preoperative evaluation, you must take out any contacts you may be wearing. Remove soft lenses seven days in advance and hard or gas-permeable lenses three to six weeks.

The LASIK vision procedure has been a trusted method of improving eyesight and quality of life for patients for decades. By reshaping the cornea with a laser, it is able to reduce or eliminate the need for corrective eyewear such as glasses or contacts. Patients typically report a higher quality of life, as they are no longer hindered by the hassle of wearing glasses or having to buy contact lenses. Furthermore, vision is often improved beyond 20/20 with the help of LASIK, making everyday tasks like driving, playing sports, or even watching television easier. For those seeking to improve their vision and quality of life, LASIK is a safe, effective, and highly recommended solution.

SMILE, PRK, and LASIK are all laser eye surgeries, but each has unique features and differences that should be taken into consideration when making a decision about which is best for you. SMILE, or Small Incision Lenticule Extraction, is the least invasive option of the three and is the only procedure that does not require a corneal flap. PRK, or Photorefractive Keratectomy, involves reshaping the cornea to correct vision and requires the removal of the surface layer of the cornea. LASIK, or Laser-Assisted In-Situ Keratomileusis, is the most popular procedure of the three, and it involves the creation of a thin corneal flap and the reshaping of the underlying corneal tissue. Depending on your needs, your doctor can help you decide which procedure is best for you.

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