When will I be able to see after the procedure?
Results vary from patient to patient. Most patients have functional vision in one to three days. Full visual results are usually realized within one to four weeks.

Will I have 20/20 vision?
We hope so, but as with any medical procedure, there is no guarantee that you will have perfect vision or that you will not need distance or reading glasses again. However, almost everyone experiences improved vision, and most see well enough to pass a driver's test without corrective lenses.

What are the primary benefits of LASIK over PRK?
Photo-Refractive Keratectomy, or PRK, treats the surface of the cornea with the Excimer laser while LASIK treats the inner tissue of the cornea. For this reason, with LASIK there is less area to heal, less risk of scarring, less risk of corneal haze, less postoperative pain, less postoperative medications, and vision often returns very rapidly. It can also be used to treat higher amounts of refractive errors.

What are the risks associated with LASIK?
Like any medical procedure, LASIK has some risks. Because LASIK uses a microkeratome, results are more dependent on surgical experience than with PRK. Your doctor will give you more detailed information regarding risks and complications prior to your having LASIK, and all of your questions will be answered.

Am I a candidate for LASIK?
In general, the ideal candidate is over 18 years of age and has healthy corneas. Candidates must not have had a significant increase in their glasses or contact lens prescription in the last 12 months. People with certain medical conditions or women who are pregnant or nursing may not be good candidates.