How does LASIK surgery change the eye so a person can see clearly?
The surgeon first cuts a thin flap of tissue from the front of the eye. Then, a laser burns away tissue to reshape the cornea so that light focuses better on the retina in the back of the eye. LASIK can correct vision problems like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
How does laser eye surgery Fix your vision?
During laser eye surgery, a computer-controlled excimer laser is used to remove microscopic amounts of tissue from the cornea. The aim is to restore normal eyesight, without the need for glasses or contact lenses.
Does LASIK completely correct vision?
LASIK is a type of refractive eye surgery. In general, most people who have laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis (LASIK) eye surgery achieve 20/25 vision or better, which works well for most activities. But most people still eventually need glasses for driving at night or reading as they get older.
What are the disadvantages of laser eye treatment?
1. Your life quality is increased as you no longer need to wear contact lenses or glasses. You have a higher risk of catching a contact lens related infection by wearing contact lenses than during the surgery. 2.
Is 60 too old for laser eye surgery?
While the minimum age for LASIK surgery is 18, there is no age limit as long as your eyes are healthy and your vision is stable.
Can LASIK fix aging eyes?
LASIK corrects vision by reshaping the cornea. However, the loss of near vision from presbyopia is a result of loss of flexibility and elasticity of the lens of the eye, and LASIK cannot prevent the natural aging process of the lens.
How long does a Lasik surgery take?
How long does it take to do LASIK? The actual procedure usually takes less than 10 minutes per eye. Depending on your prescription, and the amount of correction needed, the laser itself only takes 20-50 seconds to correct your vision.
How long after LASIK do eyes hurt?
Most people experience some level of burning, tearing, and/or light sensitivity after the surgery. These effects last around 2-4 hours after the surgery.