5 Benefits You Can Enjoy From Lasik Eye Surgery

If you are fed up with wearing contact lenses or eyeglasses, the thought of undergoing LASIK surgery may have crossed your mind a few times. LASIK is a popular form of laser refractive eye surgery used to address refractive vision problems such as myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism (blurry vision). 

 5 Benefits You Can Enjoy From Lasik Eye Surgery
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Generally, people who receive LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) surgery achieve at least 20/25 vision, which is very satisfactory for most day-to-day activities. However, some people may eventually need glasses for reading or driving at night as they get older. You would ask how long does lasik eye surgery last and is the treatment effective?

LASIK surgery is effective and has an impressive track record to show for it. Post-surgery complications resulting in vision loss are very rare, and most patients feel satisfied with their results. Side effects such as temporary visual disturbances and dry eyes are relatively common, but fortunately, they clear up within several weeks or months. 

Despite the minimal side effects and proven effectiveness of LASIK eye surgery, your results will largely depend on your condition and refractive error. While patients with mild nearsightedness tend to achieve the most success with LASIK surgery, patients with high degrees of farsightedness or nearsightedness coupled with astigmatism tend to have unpredictable results. That said, here are five benefits you stand to enjoy after undergoing LASIK eye surgery. 

1. Improved Vision

Numerous studies have proven that roughly 95% of patients who undergo LASIK surgery achieve UCVA (Uncorrected Visual Acuity) in the 20/40 region while 85% of patients achieve at least 20/20 vision or better. Like most patients, you can enjoy remarkably enhanced vision after a single LASIK outpatient procedure. 

2. Long-Lasting Results

The eyes require a stabilization period ranging from a few weeks to 3 months following LASIK surgery for vision improvement to become permanent. Contrary to popular opinion, LASIK surgery patients do not require any follow-up procedures unless their ophthalmologists made a mistake by under or over-correcting their vision. The improved eyesight achieved through LASIK surgery is long-lasting and may only deteriorate following the onset of relatively uncontrollable issues, such as illness, injury, or aging. 

3. No More Glasses

If you ever feel self-conscious about how you look in glasses or simply feel tired of having to wear them, then LASIK surgery is for you. Getting rid of your glasses can radically improve your appearance and give you the freedom necessary to pursue an active lifestyle. 

No more prescription goggles, constantly adjusting your frames, or knocking your glasses off. Living a glasses-free life will suddenly make you a more active, confident, and spontaneous person. Plus, you can get all the trendy styles of shades without buying expensive prescription sunglasses or endlessly searching for special lenses to go with your glasses.

4. No More Contact Lenses

Recent estimates suggest that the yearly cost of contact lenses ranges from $375 to $450. Granted, the cost of LASIK surgery is several times more than this amount. But, unlike contact lenses, you only pay for the procedure once. 

LASIK surgery is essentially a long-term investment that pays for itself over the years by eliminating the cost of contact lenses, contact solutions, and expensive appointments. Not to mention, you will finally say goodbye to seasonal allergies that make your eyes watery or itchy. Contact lenses are good at trapping pollen, dust, and other allergens that may irritate your eyes. After LASIK surgery, you can abandon them for good and enjoy the comfort you deserve. 

5. Immediate Results and Quick Recovery

Although you will not be in the best position to drive immediately after laser eye surgery, many ophthalmologists report patients experiencing improved vision as soon as the day following surgery. Depending on your refractive error, you can resume normal activities the day after LASIK surgery as long as you refrain from swimming or working in a dusty environment. 

You may experience the occasional glare or halo as your point of incision heals but do not despair, as these are only temporary and resolve on their own a few weeks after surgery. 

Enjoy the Benefits of LASIK Surgery

The potential benefits of LASIK surgery transcend visual correction. You can save money, enhance your appearance, and improve your overall quality of life. Based in Brisbane, Dr. Cameron McLintock is an ophthalmologist with international specialist training in corneal transplantation, cataract, and refractive surgery. Dr. McLintock and his team have the experience, skills, and equipment necessary to improve your vision. Contact our offices to book your consultation at the Spring Hill, Hervey Bay, Taringa or Upper Mount Gravatt clinic today. 

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