For patients who wear eyeglasses or contact lenses, LASIK eye surgery is an excellent option to correct your vision. Here are four main benefits of undergoing laser eye surgery and how to know if this is the right choice for you.
More and more people are opting for LASIK eye surgery as a method to correct refractive errors such as myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), or astigmatism. When performed by a highly trained professional, laser eye surgery is a safe treatment that is suitable for many individuals.
However, before undergoing laser eye surgery, it’s important to have a consultation with your Calgary optometrist to determine if this is the safest choice for you. Certain factors may affect your candidacy, including:
At our Calgary eye clinic, we provide comprehensive laser eye surgery consultations, as well as postoperative care, through a co-management agreement with your surgeon. Our team of optometrists can determine your eligibility for this surgery and provide routine eye exams post-op to ensure that your vision remains stable after LASIK.
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LASER EYE SURGERY CONSULTATION AND CO-MANAGEMENT IN CALGARY
If you have astigmatism, or any refractive error (myopia or hyperopia), laser eye surgery can provide an excellent solution. The surgery involves using a computer-controlled laser that is designed to correct the shape of your cornea. Once your vision has been corrected, you’ll no longer need to wear eyeglasses or contact lenses.
If it has been determined that you are a good candidate for laser eye surgery, here are some benefits of opting for the procedure:
1. You’ll lower your long-term costs.
It’s true that laser eye surgery requires higher upfront costs compared to eyeglasses or contact lenses, but like all good investments, it offers a better return over time.
2. It’s safe and quick.
One of the biggest benefits of having LASIK eye surgery is that it is a quick procedure (typically 20-30 minutes), and when performed by a certified and trained expert, it is an extremely safe and painless way to achieve better vision.
3. You’ll enjoy long-lasting, excellent results.
While you can expect a stabilization period of approximately three months, the results from your laser eye surgery are expected to be permanent. That means that your improved vision will last a lifetime, barring any normal loss due to aging or illness.
4. It improves your vision.
In the majority of cases, LASIK eye surgery improves patients’ vision to 20/40. So whether you find it hard to play sports because of your eyeglasses, or you are sick of contact lenses, this procedure will make life much easier and more convenient.
5. It can improve other visual abilities.
Not only does laser eye surgery give you clearer vision, but it will also help you distinguish colour and track moving objects better. This means that after this surgery, you will enjoy a sharper and more accurate perception.
6. It boasts a high patient satisfaction rate.
Laser eye surgery is reported to have a very high satisfaction rate (above 95%). This is because it only includes minor side-effects, which usually don’t last more than 1-2 weeks and which can be adjusted with further treatment. These side effects include eye dryness, poor night vision, and light sensitivity. Once these are detected, they can be successfully managed and controlled.
Undergoing any serious kind of surgery, such as LASIK eye surgery, requires careful consideration. Not only should you do thorough research regarding this treatment, but booking a consultation with your optometrist is of utmost importance.
To find out more about the costs and benefits of LASIK eye surgery, or to learn if you are a suitable candidate for this treatment, book a laser eye surgery consultation today by contacting us at our Crowfoot (403-547-5417), West Springs (403-242-0999) or Creekside (403-516-2292) branches.
Blink Eyewear boasts the largest collection of eyewear in Calgary, but our 4 locations are also home to the region’s finest optometrists. Just as you will not find a better store to shop for your eyewear, you will not find a better vision clinic to do your eye exam or treat your eye condition.
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