Laser operation for glasses removal safe?
536952
I wore contact lenses for 31 1/2 years and tri-focal glasses for 10 years.  My vision was 20/1000!!!!! I had lasik surgery last September and found it to be a miracle!!!! My vision is 20/25 and I can read things I was not able to read since I was a small child!  There are NO aftereffects whatsoever.  This procedure does not last a lifetime, and will necessitate further procedures (depending on the original-blade or bladeless surgery) and maybe that is where the silliness of causing blindness in old age comes from.  I would SERIOUSLY consider a consultation.  They are usually free and will answer all of the questions YOU have.  In the long run, it is a small price to pay for sight!
880067
The all-laser LASIK (called INTRALASIK - INTRALASE is the name of the laser that creates the corneal flap) is more precise and safer than the blade. There are less flap complications with the INTRALASE - your surgeon should be able to tell you the risks between going with each depending on your corneal tissue thickness, shape of the cornea (flat, steep, normal), and the amount of correction.\n\nIt is true that with the INTRALASE, it creates bubbles under the cornea. However, there should be at least a 10 minute break between cutting the flap with the INTRALASE and the laser treatment - which allows all the air bubbles to be eliminated.\n\nThe blade is less painful surprisingly and is usually lower in costs. The pain you feel with the INTRALASE is minor - a little tearing/burning like when cutting onions. The blade - most patients say have little or no pain\n\nThere are no long term effects of going with the INTRALASE. Starbursts/Halos are reduced by going with the Wavefront or Custom-Cornea treatment as opposed to the Traditional LASIK.
1185982
I had the new laser eye surgery done.  I love it.  I am 27.  It has been over a year.  My right eye is a little dry at times, but it is so much better than fooling with contacts or glasses.  I definetly recommend it.  Just like all surgeries, there are complications.  I was very scared that I may never see again, but it turned out fine.  I would never do it again, but I am very glad I got up the nerve to do it.
111017
I also had the surgery about 6 years ago now, so I imagine that technology has greatly improved since then. I really didn't experience any pain with the procedure, but it was a little weird. It worked great and is still working. Usually they tell you you can't do certain things for like a month afterwards while your eye heals up completely, but I suppose it depends on what type of surgery you are getting (they have different kinds now.) I'd say go for it. It's great not to have to wear glasses or contacts.
97623
They can attempt to inprove sight with a laser but there's no guarantee. What matters is the amount of damage that's already done. DON'T delay. Go to your doctor today! And good luck to you.
9776
I did that as a kid and now I wear glasses.  Don't even try.  Bad for your cornias.
571015
Your best bet is to check with an opthalmologist.  He or she's the one with the letters "M.D." behind his/her name.  Niether an optician or optometrist is an M.D. and niether is fully qualified to answer your question.\n\nFor a great many people, laser surgery provides near-miraculous results.  There are some horror stories, told by people who don't know what they're talking about.  Don't listen to 'em.  Laser surgery corrects quite nicely when it's appropriate, and ONLY that M.D. opthalmologist is qualified to tell you whether it's right for you.\n\nAs for eyeglasses vs contacts - ideally, you try 'em both and decide for yourself, 'cause each person's needs are unique to that person.  What works for me may well not work for you.  \n\nGo see the Opthalmologist.  I'm sure you'll find the results much more satisfactory.
904388
Surgery takes about 30 seconds.  Afterwards your eyes will age/weaken as they naturally would.  I had it 7 yrs ago still 20/15 - better than perfect!  Of course there is a miniscule chance they will screw it up and you'll go blind.  My vision was pretty bad and I hated glasses and was sick of contacts and the risk was worth it to me.  It is the best medical thing I have ever had done.
1040729
I had LASIK eye surgery about 4 years ago with no complications.  My vision improved to 20/15 and 20/20.  I would recommend it if you are a good candidate.  Look for a quality surgeon who has done hundreds if not thousands of these procedures and check their rate of complications.  My surgeon had a complications rate less than 1% so I felt fairly safe having it done.
921368
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lasik
303252
I work for an optometrist that also comanaages laser patients. I've probably met at least 150 people that have had it done. That vast majority love it and have had excellent results. Usually, the worst I've seen are cases of chronic dry eyes. That doesn't mean there aren't risks, they are just low. Do your research to find a good surgeon and ask lots of questions. Remember you may need touch-ups and if you are young, you will need reading glasses at around 40-45 regardless.
1133767
There isn't a solution for glasses and contacts besides surgery. \nGlasses were really annoying when I first got them 8 years ago, and they are still sometimes annoying..\nIn winters, the glasses get misty in winter when I go inside a building or when I try to drink tea/coffee (and when I am skiing..).\nOther than that, it's fine. I got used to it now, and it became part of me. In fact, it's more annoying to not be able to see anything than wearing glasses itself being annoying.\n\nDon't worry.. you will get used to it.
206590
I work for a LASIK and cataract surgeon so I feel I can give you some advise.  \n\nThe majority of complications associated with LASIK surgery involve the process of making the flap on the cornea.  In LASIK there are two main methods for making the flap.  One is with a devise called a microkeratome, which is basically a blade that is used to cut a flap in the cornea. The other devise is a femtosecond laser called Intralase that is used to make a flap.\n\nIt is proven that the Intralase system greatly reduses the accuracy of making the flap and the chances of any significant complications with the surgery.\n\nSo the main thing that I would recommend is going with a doctor that uses Intralase rather then a microkeratome.  You should be able to find a doctor doing this in most major metropolitan areas.\n\nAnd also don't settle for the bargain basement LASIK centers.  In life, you get what you pay for.  And do you really want to buy a surgery that's on sale?\n\nWell good luck on your decision.  LASIK is definately not for everyone, but it is amazing for those that qualify for it!
387158
My friend had a really good experience with removing a "spot" that was worrisome to the doc.  As for cosmetic lasers, get the credentials and references.
107841
there won't be any problems.\njust need to be a bit careful for some time after the operation.
545120
There are great static cloths at the vision center in wal-mart. They clean glasses perfectly with one wipe. I use it for my computer screen as well. No liquid required.
672962
I have had this done and you have to be ready for a comprimise. (depending on your age)\n\nI love being able to see at a distance with out glasses.  I can now wear regular sunglasses as well.  \nBut since I am 42 I have to use reading glasses now.  Where as before the surgery I did not.\n\nAll in all it is absolutely worth it "in my case" as having to wear reading glass' on occaision is much better than regular glass' all of the time.\n\nThe procedure is quick relativily painless, I would say discomfort but not pain.\nFor the 24 hours after it feels like you have spent a day at the beach where your eyes feel really tired from to much sun.\n\nI was able to see fairly clear right after he was done and the next day it was amazing !!!\n\nAlthough 1500 lbs is a bit high, I think that would be about $2600 American per eye.  \n\nBut if that is the going rate in UK then you have to pay it...