Laser Vision Correction

Most people with vision correction issues are wanting to know more about LASIK and whether it is right for them.

Candidacy

These are guidelines only and should not take the place of a discussion with your primary eye care provider. Every patient is an individual who has individual goals, questions and expectations and these should be discussed in person with your primary eye care provider. Previous history of eye surgery does not disqualify you as a candidate for surgery, but must be considered on an individual basis. Dr Hall will discuss your unique situation with respect to eye surgery treatment with you.

Age

Individuals should be over the age of 19. There is no upper age restriction. A thorough eye examination will be conducted on everyone to ensure there are no contraindications to surgery.

Stability

Ideally, one’s refractive error will be stable for two years before considering laser eye surgery. Small changes in prescription are permissible. For those having laser eye surgery for vocational purposes (planning to begin a career in law enforcement, firefighting. etc.), surgery may be done before stability is attained.

Health

Many auto-immune diseases can affect the outcome of any surgery, including laser eye surgery. If you have an active auto-immune disorder, you may be advised to avoid any elective surgery, including laser eye surgery. Any other health conditions that affect healing may also exclude you from having laser eye surgery. If you are seeing a doctor for any disease or illness, contact our office to determine your candidacy.

Expectations

The most disappointed people after laser eye surgery are usually those who had expectations that were too high before the surgery. While laser technology is very precise, the one aspect nobody has control over is how an eye will respond to the treatment. The vast majority of eyes will react in a very similar manner and will achieve good results. Ultimately, one should decide to proceed with surgery with the expectation that they are functional without glasses or contact lenses, but that perfection may not be achieved. If vision after the treatment is perfect, as it is in the majority of cases, then all the better!

Laser eye surgery is not expected to improve vision beyond what glasses and contact lenses are capable of. If you suffer from an eye disease that inhibits your vision, having refractive surgery will not improve how you see beyond what glasses can do for you.

Here is a brief description of the procedure:

A flap is surgically cut in the cornea and gently folded back. An Excimer Laser is used to reshape the cornea into a flatter shape (this is much like a contact lens corrects vision by forming a new shape on the cornea). The flap is then put back in place, acting like a natural bandage. The healing process is quick and the discomfort level is quite low.

People will often say that they did not feel anything, and could see well the very first day. Most people have improved vision in 24–48 hours. but it must be noted that each person will heal at a different rate. Vision, although greatly improved immediately after surgery, often continues to improve for some weeks, even months.

LASIK is not for everyone. People’s eyes are different so even though you may have had a friend who has had LASIK, it may not be the best course of treatment for you. If you are interested in laser vision correction, we will be happy to guide you in picking the right surgeon, procedure and laser appropriate for you. After the procedure, we take great care to monitor your eyes and adjust your medication for the best possible results.

Office Hours & Appointments

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 12 pm – 8 pm
Wednesday: 10 am – 5 pm
Thursday: 9 am – 8pm
Friday: 9 am – 5 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 2 pm

24/7 office phone emergency monitoring
For appointments, please call our office: 610-276-5725.