Are you over age 40? Then most likely you have noticed that your eyesight has changed, necessitating your reaching for a pair of reading glasses. Is it time to research whether LASIK is right for you?
Laser Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis is an outpatient surgery developed and cleared by the FDA in 1998. It is used to correct presbyopia, the correct term for the decreased elasticity of your eye, making it difficult to quickly adjust and focus. Aging causes many problems such as osteoarthritis of the knee, it also contributes to presbyopia and eyeglasses will correct your vision with no risks.
Having this surgery, however, comes with possible risks, which should be considered in order to make an informed decision. The laser reshapes the cornea, which changes how the eyes focus light rays onto the retina, improving your vision. Dry eyes and other anomalies in your vision might occur, including haloes, glares, double vision and even loss of eyesight. Perfect vision is not guaranteed and you might still need to wear glasses for reading or driving at night.
LASIK cannot be performed on everyone. People with diabetes or on medications that affect hormones, along with those who participate in contact sports, like boxing or wrestling, are not eligible.
In conclusion, become educated before making your choice these eye surgeries. If you decide not to make the decision, there are many styles of eyeglasses that can show off your personality and be functional at the same time.