refractive surgery
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are the risks associated with refractive surgery?
Glare or halos are a reaction to light and can be experienced by some patients. This can last for an unpredictable amount of time but usually subsides within six months.
An irregular flap may occur in a few cases, approximately one in 700. If this should happen, it is not dangerous, only disappointing, as the flap must be placed back in its original position and the eye allowed to heal before proceeding. There is no loss of vision during this time.
After three to six months, the procedure can be rescheduled.
Infection is always a risk when you are considering any type of surgery.
Over-correction or under-correction many occur in a small percentage of patients. If this should happen, an enhancement will be done.
Is Lasik safe?
Yes. Over three million people all over the world have had Lasik and statistics show that no one has ever gone blind.
What are your statistics?
99.3% of all our patients achieve 20/40 vision or better
(20/40 is legal driving vision in all states)
75.4% of all our patients achieve 20/20 vision or better
All questions, issues or concerns will be addressed with you personally by your refractive counselor during your first visit. Feel free to bring in a friend or family member with you to share information.
