Spending a lifetime chained to a pair of glasses or hunting down lost contacts when they run amuck is no fun at all. That’s why so many people are reviewing the options that LASIK surgery can deliver. While it’s not a cure-all for all vision conditions, this relatively quick and painless surgery can help many people see a whole lot more clearly.

What’s Involved?
LASIK surgery is performed using a laser that reshapes the eye for better vision. The typical procedure doesn’t take very long and the results tend to be rather positive. While 20-20 vision cannot be guaranteed in every case, most patients report remarkable results that are pretty much instantaneous.

Recovery from LASIK isn’t long or drawn out either. Since no stitches are used in the procedure, most people go about their daily routines once more within a day or less. Discomfort might be in the picture short-term but pain isn’t generally in the equation.

Who is it Right For?
LASIK surgery cannot fix every vision problem, nor is it right for all people. The best candidates tend to be those over the age of 21 – to ensure growth has stopped – and those without any serious medical conditions. No significant eye changes should have occurred within the 12 months prior to surgery. The types of conditions treatable by LASIK include:

• Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, with or without astigmatism.
• Hyperopia, also known as farsightedness, with or without astigmatism.
• Those who were over or under corrected during a previous refractive or cataract surgery may benefit from a procedure known as thin flap LASIK.

Living with vision problems is no fun at all. There are procedures that can help shelve those glasses forever. While LASIK isn’t necessarily for everyone, it can make a huge difference in the lives of those the surgery is deemed suitable for. To learn more about LASIK, be sure to consult with a qualified eye surgeon.