Is LASIK Surgery Right For You?

LASIK is a popular laser surgery that is performed to correct refractive errors. It has helped thousands of people across the country who want to reduce their need for contact lenses or glasses. If you are considering this procedure and live in or around San Antonio or Bandera, contact our optometrists at Vision Plus to schedule a consultation to determine if you are a good candidate.

Understanding LASIK Surgery

LASIK reshapes the cornea to correct certain vision problems, such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism. The surgery does not take long, and most patients report significantly improved vision without depending on eyeglasses or contact lenses.

Getting Ready for LASIK Surgery

A consultation with an optometrist is needed before you can have LASIK surgery. During this process, the eye doctor will evaluate your eye health. Any issues with your eye health could be a reason to delay LASIK surgery or consider alternatives. We have gathered a few reasons why some individuals would not be a good candidate for LASIK:

• Eye diseases such as macular degeneration, glaucoma, or cataracts
• Large pupils
• Dry eye syndrome
• Women who are pregnant or nursing
• Individuals who are under the age of 18
• Taking certain prescription medications

How Is LASIK Surgery Performed?

The procedure typically takes about 30-45 minutes to complete. First, eye drops are used to numb the eyes, and the doctor uses a tool to hold the eyelids open. Next, a small flap from the front of the eye is pulled back so the laser can be used to reshape the cornea. Afterward, the patient will wear an eye patch for one to two days, and better vision can be expected soon after.

Contact Our Optometrists for a LASIK Consultation

The first step to getting LASIK surgery is a consultation with one of our optometrists at Vision Plus to determine if you are a good candidate. Call our San Antonio office today at (210) 520-6353 or our Bandera office at (830) 850-0628.