How Risky is LASIK?

LASIK does not come without risks. When performed by an experienced, qualified eye surgeon, LASIK is relatively safe for good candidates. Weighing the benefits and risks of the procedure is an important part of deciding whether to have LASIK; serious LASIK risks are generally rare, but you should still ask your surgeon about all the possible complications and whether the procedure is right for you.

This eye surgery is less risky when:

·         The eye surgeon performs a thorough pre-operative exam to make sure you are a good candidate for LASIK. Excessively dry eyes, cataracts, thin corneas and the unique vision disorder are all considerations your surgeon factors into determining candidacy.

·         The eye surgeon uses state-of-the-art technology FDA-approved for LASIK. The surgery should also be performed in a surgical center or operating room equipped with standard surgical tools.

If you are a good candidate for LASIK and you choose a qualified eye surgeon, your risk of serious complications is very low. Current estimates place serious LASIK complications at less than 1 percent of procedures performed.

To find out if you are a good candidate for LASIK, please contact an experienced eye surgeon in your area.