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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW Refractive eye surgery is a term for procedures that are meant to correct for nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism; thereby reducing or eliminating the need for eyeglasses and contact lenses. LASIK is the most popular type of refractive surgery, but there are many other procedures including PRK and Epi-LASIK. If you're considering one of these surgeries, you should be aware of the risks as well as benefits. It's wise to become as educated as possible about the procedure you are considering. A Permanent Change First and foremost, you should be aware that most refractive surgeries involve the irreversible removal of corneal tissue from the eye. Such a procedure is a very different proposition from eyeglasses or contact lenses. You can try glasses or contacts and if you're not satisfied with them, you can discontinue their use and your eyes will immediately (or shortly thereafter) return to their pre-contacts or -glasses state. After LASIK, your eye has been changed and cannot be restored to its pre-procedure state. At that point, your options for vision correction may be more limited than prior to the procedure. Results Can Vary Another consideration is that although refractive surgery has a good rate of success, not everyone achieves 20/20 or better vision. Depending on your vision before surgery, the rate of "adverse events and complications" can increase into double-digit percentages. All Surgery Has Risks Finally, it's important to remember that all surgery carries risk. That's why in all areas of medicine, doctors generally try a non-surgical approach before resorting to surgery. For more information on LASIK and other surgeries, the following resources are available:
Contact Lenses After Refractive Surgery GP contact lenses are coming to the rescue for many people who still require vision correction after refractive surgery. For these individuals, GP lenses may be their best option due to their corneal irregularities that were induced by surgery. GP lenses retain their shape on the cornea and are custom-made for each wearer, thereby providing superior visual acuity. For more information on post-surgical contact lenses: |
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