What is LASIK?

LASIK, or laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis, is a type of refractive surgery that changes the shape of your cornea using a special laser. This improves your vision, and reduces the need for glasses, or rids you of them entirely. This can be done for nearsighted or farsighted patients.

 

Who is a candidate for LASIK?

• You should be 21 years or older.

• Your eye prescription should not have changed much in the last year.

• Your refractive error must be one that can be treated with LASIK.

• Your corneas need to be thick enough and healthy, and your overall eye health must be generally good.

• You need to have realistic expectations about what LASIK can and cannot do for you.

 

Not everyone is a candidate for LASIK. Another alternative would be a lens exchange.

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To determine if you are a good candidate for LASIK, you will need a consult with Dr. Kortz first. Please call us and ask about a LASIK consult today!

 

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