What is LASIK laser vision correction?

In Lasik, a thin flap of the cornea is lifted in a single sheet to permit laser treatment of the eye's exposed inner surface. Following the procedure, the corneal flap is repositioned. The corneal tissue has extroardinary natural bonding qualities that allow effective healing with-out the use of stitches.

Benefits:

Laser vision correction is the solution for many individuals who are dependant on contacts and glasses to see clearly. Laser vision correction can effectively eliminate or reduce nearsightedness, farsightedness, and/or astigmatism resulting in decreased dependancy on corrective lenses.

Risks:

Laser vision correction has passed extensive scrutiny from public health agencies and medical professionals. After more then a decade of research, complications seriously affecting vision are reported at a rate much less then one percent. As with all medical procedures, there are challenges and risks associated with laser vision correction and you should discuss these risks with your doctor.

Information provided by "LasikPlus Vision Center" http://www.lasikplus.com

I had LASIK done back in 2000 and it worked wonders for me! I couldn't see much of anything without glasses. In order to wear contacts, I had to buy extended wear that cost $300 a pair and had special weights to keep them from rotating. Couldn't drive or even watch tv without correction. At that time, the cost for both eyes was $2,500 and I went to LASIK Plus in Columbus, Ohio. They tell you that they will try to get your vision as close to 20/20 as possible, but when they did mine.... I had 20/15!! That's better then what is supposed the be perfect vision!

My day of surgery was really scary. They did all they could to calm me and even gave me a valium. So they lay you down in a chair under this big laser. Then they prop your eye open with this clamp thing which was a bit uncomfortable, but not painful. Then they put some drops in your eye. They tell you to look at this red beam of light and not to move your eye. So the whole time I am thinking... "Oh my gosh, what if my eye twitches??" Well, they start the laser and it makes this ticking noise. I just feel slight pressure on my eye but it was almost unnoticeable. Then they take a little sponge and fold my corneal flap over to shape the eye underneath. When they fold the flap over you are immediately blind. That's right, totally blind in that eye except that you can barely make out the red light in the darkness. They keep telling you to look at the light. Still there is no pain, just slight pressure. A few minutes go by and they fold the flap back over and I can instantly see better then before! They smooth the flap, put more drops in, and sit you up. I just started crying histerically. I think it was a combination of joy because I could see better then ever, the valium, and the stress.

I know that all sounds scary, but it was well worth it!! I would do it again if need be! In fact, I have a lifetime warranty and free touch ups.

I actually had it a couple months ago and the result to me was amazing. I don’t need to wear glasses anymore, I had an eye surgery in my2020.In most cases, people who have had LASIK can return to work and resume normal activities the very next day following their surgery. However, be sure to consult your doctor before engaging in swimming or any other physical activities that could disrupt the healing process. The healing process was fast because they used an advanced technology and state of the art facilities. The link might help you to understand about Lasik and if you have some other question related to lasik that one might help you. God bless

I suffered for almost 16 years of my life having a hard time to see and wearing those thick glasses that made me like a 50 years old loser. I had my astigmatism when I was young (back in my adolescent’s stage) then last year I decided to be free, free from glasses and contacts that’s been part of me for almost 16 years. Im sick and tired of having a limitation in all things that I do, especially with my favorite sports and doing some stuff, my Astigmatism was really a hindrance to me not only in my passion but in my work, So last year as a thanks giving gift to myself I fly to Kansas to have a Lasik exam in Lasik-1 to determine if im a good candidate and fortunately I was. Right now I can say that im in the process of healing the side effects of it (and its normal) and I feel good and great about myself not wearing those contacts and glasses anymore. Its nice to live like a normal being.

After a successful LASik surgery many of my colleagues kept on asking me about “is LAsik painful?” and I always told them that its not, a bite of an ant is more painful than LASik. Anyway, I want to share to everyone here who are planning to have the same procedure but skeptical about the pain, I will tell you that its NOT painful, because you will receive anesthetic eye drops prior to your LASIK treatment which should prevent from feeling any discomfort, though some people do experience a slight sensation of pressure on their eyes during the procedure. Once you return home after LASIK, it is normal for some patients to experience mild discomfort, watery eyes, light sensitivity or blurry vision. These symptoms are usually temporary and treatable with over the counter medication, such as Tylenol. Ohh BTW im just wondering if this can help to everyone about the procedure Lasik-1 .
I also read that before I undergo lasik surgery. Hope it helps you folks

Oh my gosh.. I want to get Lasik surgery prtty bad, because ever since I started working, I decided to help my parents as much as possible [since we aren't the richest people out there..] So I'm buying my own books, paying half of tuition, buying my own clothes, and even buying my own contacts.. I don't mind, because it makes me happy knowing that I'm helping A LOT, but still.. Contacts are pretty expensive, and I want lasik surgery. I've talked to my parents about it, and my parents say they'll cover it. Plus, where I work, they offer me health insurance and everything for just [ranges between $10 and $60] a paycheck. I have thought REALLY HARD about it, and I want it, but I am scared!! I know the minute I step in there I'll start crying and freaking out. I read AFemaleProdigy's description, and even though you all assure me it doesn't hurt [don't worry, I believe you], I still think it's gonna be scary!! I mean, the fact that you actually go completely blind for a couple of minutes.. OH MY GOSH!! But, you know what? Dad and I were talking about it, and we want to get it done THIS SUMMER!! That's right.. It's just a couple of months away. I'm scared.. But I know it'll be for the best. Wish me luck, everyone :]

Hello All,

Before you decide to get LASIK done on your precious, please see some of the possible issue such as DES (Dry Eye Syndrome), Double Vision, and more.


For more information about LASIK go to;


I hope this helps,

J

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April 25th, 2008 was a historic day for the Food and Drug Administration. On that day, a small group of medical doctors, optometrists, psychologists, and injured patients presented at a Special Hearing of the Ophthalmic Devices Panel, responsible for the approval of medical devices for ophthalmic use in the United States. The subject of the hearing was post-LASIK quality of life, depression, and suicide.

Insiders acquainted with the FDA approval process for medical devices were horrified as one by one, the presenters alleged deception by individual LASIK surgeons, cover ups perpetrated by medical device manufacturers, and corruption at the level of the FDA itself. Compelling cases were made for massive violations of federal law, the failure of the FDA to monitor surgical facilities for LASIK, and deliberate misclassification of severe complications as simple side-effects, as a means of securing premature FDA approval of the excimer laser.

The mass media attended and filmed the April 25th hearing. Nevertheless, the substance of the above allegations went mostly unreported, despite discussion of four completed post-LASIK suicides, including excerpts from two actual suicide notes. The American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ASCRS) asserted that individuals with psychological issues post-LASIK certainly had psychological issues all along. But to anyone sitting in the audience without a preconceived bias, the ASCRS position seemed indefensible. Still, the mass media focused on a 95% percent satisfaction rate, a statistic put forward by ASCRS, but not yet published in their own peer-reviewed literature. Why?

Fortunately, the entire event was captured on video. Beyond the obviously sad association between severe LASIK complications, depression, suicide, and medical deception and corruption, the April 25th Special Hearing of the Ophthalmic Devices Panel must be regarded as one of the most interesting sociological dramas in modern medicine, one which is still being played out.

Judge for yourself the significance of these events, and come to your own conclusions about LASIK, the industry behind it, and the FDA.