Who Can Have Laser Eye Surgery?
Nicky Pilkington
If you are dependent on glasses or contact lenses, you may wonder if
laser eye surgery is an option for everyone. Many people today are
rushing out and finding an eye surgery so they no longer have to wear
corrective lenses, however, if you are not a good candidate for the
procedure you may soon learn that the complications are not worth the
risk.
Before you make that decision, you should look at everything that is
involved including the number one thing to know. Is the eye doctor
licensed to perform laser eye surgery? There are not as many licensed
ophthalmologist as you might think. Ask to see the certificate to
ensure they know what they are doing and learn how many times they have
performed the procedure. It would also be in your best interest to find
out how many times they have performed the procedure with blades and
without blades.
Learn what risks are involved and if your own expectations will be met
with laser eye surgery. Many people that have this procedure learn that
they still have to wear glasses for night vision among a few other
vision problems. Just because this procedure helps you to see clearer,
does not mean that you will have 20/20 vision. Be prepared for less
than perfect vision.
Laser eye surgery is expensive; however, if you divide it out over the
years it will amount to less than purchasing glasses or contacts each
and every year. Talk with your insurance carrier, in some cases; they
will cover part of the costs.
Individuals under the age of 18 cannot have laser eye surgery. The eyes
are still developing and do not have refractive stability yet. Pregnant
women, breastfeeding mothers, persons with diabetes, or those taking
medications that cause variations in vision are not good candidates for
this procedure.
The best way to learn if you are a good candidate is to discuss this
with your health care provider before you visit your eye doctor or
ophthalmologist. Individuals that have conditions such as shingles or
herpes around the eyes should give this important information to the
eye doctor as well as any other health problem associated with the eyes
such as any eye disease, ocular hypertension, glaucoma, keratoconus, or
other eye surgeries.
Just remember, laser eye surgery is surgery! With all surgeries, even
elective surgeries there can be complications such as infection and
other diverse reactions. The best thing to do is to discuss your
expectations and your concerns with your doctor and your
ophthalmologist.
Detailed information about laser eye surgery can be found at
http://lasereye.org.uk.
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