LASIK corrective eye surgery- Commonly asked questions

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LASIK eye surgery has become extremely popular, and extremely successful for the majority of patients who decide to undergo treatment. Below are some of the most frequently asked questions we get asked. Of course, before deciding to undergo treatment, it's necessary to have a LASIK consultation with your doctor to determine if you're a candidate. For more information on LASIK surgery, click here.

LASIK safety

The success rate for LASIK averages above 95 percent for most experienced LASIK surgeons.

LASIK surgery risks

As with any refractive surgery, there are risks of complications. Common side effects of this laser vision correction surgery include:

Starbursts
Difficulty with glare and night vision
Foreign body sensation

Most of these side effects are temporary and should pass within a few days or weeks of the surgery. Approximately 1 to 2 percent of patients will have permanent side effects.

Pain associated with LASIK

Because of the minimal amount of tissue affected, the LASIK procedure is typically near-painless. Most patients complain of mild discomfort, but this usually can be controlled with medication.

Will I be able to see clearly after LASIK?

Statistics from LASIK surgery show that 20/20 vision does not occur with every surgery. You should expect to have improved vision and reduced dependency on your glasses and contacts, but may not have perfect vision after treatment.

How Much Does LASIK Surgery Cost?

The average LASIK surgery costs $499 to $2,500 per eye. However, it is important to make a decision to have LASIK based on the credentials and experience of the doctor, not based on cost alone.