Guide To Understanding LASIK Eye Surgery

Benefits Of The Procedure

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There are several benefits to LASIK surgery, which is why it is one of the most popular eye surgeries in the United States. The most obvious benefit is clearer vision. Ninety-six percent of patients say they have the vision they desire after the LASIK surgery procedure. Even if the patient's vision does not become 20/20, LASIK can still dramatically reduce blurriness. If patients do not end up with the vision they want, they can have an enhancement done to help. As LASIK surgery is done with numbing eye drops, there is very little pain during it. In addition, the discomfort following the procedure is only moderate.

When the procedure is done, patients will notice better vision within just a few hours. Patients do not need any stitches or bandages, and there is no significant downtime. In fact, they can go home the same day as the procedure. Most patients who have LASIK surgery find their dependence on contact lenses or eyeglasses becomes dramatically reduced. They may not need eyeglasses or contacts at all anymore.

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