Laser vision correction surgery can eliminate the need for glasses and contact lenses

Posted in Laser Eye Surgery on October 23, 2009

Laser vision correction is a surgical procedure that utilises a cool beam of laser light in order to smoothly reshape the eye surface, thus improving vision. Laser vision correction surgery can help those who suffer farsightedness, nearsightedness and astigmatism.

The main objective of laser vision correction is to alter the shape of the cornea, in order for it to focus images onto your retina more easily, resulting in sharper vision. LASIK is one of the most popular laser eye correction procedures. Although laser eye surgery provides numerous benefits to its patients, you must meet certain criteria in order for the procedure to be carried out.

Who is eligible for LASIK?

The patient should be a minimum of 18 years of age for the treatment of mild conditions, and 21 years of age for more complex procedures. Patients should have no infections, glaucoma, severely dry eyes, cataracts or any other condition that could affect the procedure and healing process Prior to undergoing laser vision correction surgery, your vision should have been stable for at least a year, with no major problems Patients should not have any autoimmune or degenerative diseases that could affect the healing process after laser eye surgery

Patients who fulfil this criteria can then opt to undergo the laser vision correction procedure.