LASIK surgery, short for laser in-situ keratomileusis, can be just the thing for people experiencing astigmatism, or those who are near- or farsighted. The procedure involves reshaping the patient's cornea, allowing light to focus on the retina.
Are You a Good Candidate for LASIK Surgery?
You can't really be certain if you are a good candidate for LASIK until you book an appointment and find out, but it is generally not recommended if you meet any of the following conditions:
- You are pregnant
- You have certain eye conditions or diseases
- You have diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, or lupus
- You are under eighteen
Some conditions may be difficult to determine without a checkup. For instance, if you have thin corneas, or uneven corneas, you might not be a good candidate for LASIK, but most people wouldn't be able to answer that question off the top of their head. Likewise, certain medications may disqualify you from being a good candidate for LASIK, but, again, the easiest way to find out is to talk to a specialist.
Why LASIK?
If you're seeking LASIK in Gardena, you should know that the procedure is one of the safest forms of eye surgery available. The technology has been around for twenty-five years now, the operation is relatively painless, it's non-invasive, and under a skilled eye surgeon, offers very little opportunity for anything to go wrong. The operation can even be conducted again if your vision changes as you get older.
You won't know if LASIK is right for you until you book an appointment. You'll need to be interviewed, examined, and if LASIK is right for you, we'll perform your surgery at our Hawthorne or Gardena location.
If you'd like to find out if LASIK is right for you, get in touch with us at Century Eye Care Medical and book an appointment for a LASIK evaluation and surgery. If everything checks out, you could be well on your way to ditching your glasses and contact lenses, but we won't know until we have a face-to-face to determine exactly what kind of care your eyes need.