Why Lasik?
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Why should you get LASIK surgery?
It is a common sight to see people with eyeglasses these days. They have become more common thanks to the constant and increased screen time in people. But if you are tired of wearing glasses and contact lenses are too much of a hassle, you might want to consider LASIK.
LASIK stands for laser in-situ keratomileusis. This refractive surgery is performed in nearsighted, farsighted, or people with astigmatism to correct these refractive errors permanently. It is a surgery which is an alternative for wearing glasses.
Now the question here is, why do you need LASIK surgery?
Glasses or contact lenses are designed to correct the refractive errors, namely, nearsightedness or myopia. Things farther away look blurry, farsightedness or hyperopia where closer things look blurry, and Astigmatism, which has imperfections in your eye’s shape. Eyeglasses compensate for these imperfections of the cornea, which cause the refractive error so that we can see a clear picture, literally. Although contact lenses are widely used by people who do not prefer eyeglasses, there is a permanent solution. You can altogether ditch the glasses and contact lenses with LASIK surgery as it corrects these imperfections permanently.
In LASIK surgery, your doctor uses a special laser for precise and controlled corneal tissue removal to reshape the cornea. This changes its focusing power, thus correcting your blurry vision.
What are the benefits of LASIK surgery?
LASIK surgery has been widely performed worldwide with good results. It has been around for over 25 years. Most people achieve 20/25 vision or perform daily activities without glasses or lenses but may need reading glasses as they grow older. It is more effective in people with mild refractive errors than those with higher powers.
People with an active lifestyle like athletes, sportspersons, gymnasts, actors, models, etc., prefer LASIK as an alternative to glasses or contacts.
Here are some of the advantages of permanently doing away with glasses by eliminating your eye power using LASIK:
This is practically a painless surgery. It is performed under local anesthesia, which numbs your eye (which are administered using eye drops)
- It is an outpatient procedure and takes a maximum of 30 to 40mins for the entire process.
- You can go home the same day!
- There are no stitches, bandages, or general anesthesia involved.
- If your vision changes with age, your doctor can adjust it.
- You will not need to use eyeglasses or contact lenses after LASIK.
- There are minimum complications if any. There may be specific side effects, like dry eyes and temporary visual disturbances, but these resolve a few days after the surgery.
- It is convenient; no more do you need contacts or caring for glasses. For people who contact lenses become intolerable, LASIK is a great option.
So live the active lifestyle you love without worrying about your glasses or contact lenses!!
If you are experiencing eye problems that affect your vision, LASIK laser eye surgery could be the answer. Talk to one of our surgeons to discover whether or not laser eye surgery is best for you. We are one of the best providers of laser eye treatments in Waxahachie, Texas. Call our laser eye care center at 469-505-2020.
At Texas Eye and Cataract, we know how important it is to see life with clear vision. We understand that being your best means seeing your best.