Everyday, people with refractive errors such as myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism opt to correct their vision with LASIK, now the most popular form of elective surgery in the U.S.  After the procedure, LASIK patients usually enjoy 20/40 vision or better—without the encumbrance of corrective lenses.

LASIK vs. Lenses
Glasses can scratch, break, fog up, fall off, and sometimes interfere with side vision.  Contacts may irritate the eyes.  But LASIK has none of these drawbacks.  LASIK is the ideal solution for eyes that cannot tolerate glasses or contacts, or for patients who simply want to be free from the burden of wearing and caring for corrective lenses.

After LASIK, most patients can pass their driver's test, swim, and participate in other sports without corrective lenses.   Myopic patients often find that their night vision improves after LASIK.  Because they no longer have to depend on lenses, LASIK patients even enjoy a broader choice of careers and athletic activities after they have the surgery. 

Athletes, Parents, and Travelers
LASIK especially benefits sports enthusiasts, parents, and frequent travelers.  Athletes enjoy greater safety and better performance when they can play their sports unencumbered by glasses or contacts.  Moms and dads, too, benefit from LASIK, because they can swim lens-free with their kids or respond to night-time emergencies without having to grope for glasses or contacts.  Frequent travelers can enjoy the convenience and safety (in case of emergency) of life on the road without corrective lenses.

LASIK vs. Other Refractive Surgeries
Many patients choose LASIK over other types of refractive surgery because LASIK entails fewer side effects and faster recovery than other procedures.  LASIK's results also tend to last longer.

Time and Money
LASIK can even save time and money.  LASIK patients no longer have to buy new glasses, contacts, or cleaning supplies, and they don't have to spend time looking for their glasses or cleaning their contacts.

Learn More
To learn more about LASIK or to find out whether you might be a candidate for the procedure, please click on the link below, or contact one of our LASIK counselors.

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