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[E414]Eye Surgery For Stigmatism

by Linda Moore, Lin

We're a nation that's getting sick and tired of always cleaning our glasses and dealing with contact lens solutions and problems. Many of us tire of looking for where we set our glasses or the drudgery of trying to see if they aren't with us all the time. With Lasik eye surgery, those of us with less than perfect vision now have an affordable option to correct our vision. Since the 1980's, Lasik eye surgery has successfully been used to correct many of the known maladies that keep us
from enjoying clear eyesight without the need for glasses or contacts.

LASIK stands for Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis and is a procedure that reshapes the cornea. The process that is used for this sounds a bit dangerous, but is being performed with huge success rates all over the world.

The way Lasik eye surgery works is relatively simple, fast and with minimal pain. And fortunately, the price of lasik eye surgery is becoming more affordable. When first approved, the cost of a typical Lasik surgical procedure was thousands of dollars per eye. This was also with equipment not nearly as precise or technologically advanced as we have in the 21st. century. The equipment is much more precise and the cost has come down. When you consider the cost of those glasses and contacts Lasik truely can save you money in the long run.

The cost continues to come down due to many factors. Don't let the lower price fool you however. Today's results are better and can correct many more refractive eyesight issues that when first approved. This is due to better equipment, more education for the doctor and the wealth of experience now available. Many more doctors are also offering Lasik surgery directly through their own office or at established eye surgery centers or institutes.

Today, the cost of obtaining a qualified Lasik procedure continues to drop. In many of the larger metropolitian areas, the cost has reached as low as 500 dollars per eye.

While this procedure does not seem to be very complicated and certainly does not take a lot of time, it is not a perfected science. The reason for this is each eye is shaped differently and the amount of slope on the cornea affects the level of vision problems. The ophthalmologist must gauge how much cornea needs to be removed/ reshaped in order to correct the patient's vision to 20/20. This is difficult because there is no way to know how the cornea will react to the laser and how close to perfect vision the patient will have. Then, the ophthalmologist uses a specialized laser that sends pulses to the stroma that reshape the cornea. Then, the flap is replaced and the procedure is completed.

As a result, lasik eye surgery works very well for patients who want to improve their vision. However, it is not guaranteed to return your vision to 20/20. It may, however, be successful, may improve it drastically but not perfectly and the eye might not react the way the ophthalmologist imagines and leave the patient with less than perfect sight. When this happens it can still necessitate the use of glasses or contacts. Fortunately, lasik surgery is successful and patients are pleased

the majority of the time. Many patients have been able to go from the thick pop bottle eyeglass lenses to the nice thin comfortable lenses because of the success of the surgery. The goal isn't always perfect vision but improved vision. Most people however, are able to have 20/20 vision after having Lasik Eye Surgery.

Take the time to think about the risks and benefits to Lasik Eye Surgery and research this procedure before deciding to have it done. Make sure you find a reputable Lasik surgeon that has performed many procedures. Your eyes are one of your greatest assets.

To begin, your eye doctor will need to make some imaging studies of your eye shape and geography. Among other things, the wavescan map will reveal astigmatisms, cataracts, and any eye movements that may prevent you from having effective visual correction with Lasik eye surgery. If you have certain kinds of astigmatism, you may not be a suitable candidate for Lasik eye surgery. A great deal will depend on the extent and complexity of the abnormal shape.

When it comes to the actual procedure, there are a few different types you can choose from. The chepest type of Lasik eye surgery utilizes a microkeratome, or tiny scalpel, to make the intial cut into the cornea of your eye. While this method is effective, better results can be achieved with the IntraLase procedure. In this type of Lasik eye surgery, the initial cut is made with a laser.

Once the inital cut is made into the cornea, your eye doctor will use a computer guided laser to sculpt the cornea in such a way that it will create changes in the way light moves into your eye. As may be expected, the corrections necessary will vary from eye to eye and patient to patient. The amount of correction that you experience may also change as you continue to age. Because your eyes will continue to change, Lasik eye surgery cannot guarantee perfect vision for the rest of your life.

If you are interested in having Lasik eye surgery, and are a suitable candidate, you must be able to pay for the procedure. Unfortunately, most insurance companies will not pay for the procedure, even if you have vision coverage included in your policy. If your credit is good, you may be able to obtain a loan that will cover the cost of your surgery.

There is a wide range of price per eye, depending on the level of lasik eye surgery you choose, and the number of corrections that must be made. That said, the average cost is about $2,000 per eye. Unfortunately, there are a number of Lasik eye surgery centers that advertise prices as low as $500.00 per eye. It is important to read all of the literature, and make sure that all of the necessary services and facilities are included in the price. You may want to check a few places, so that you have some idea of what should be included in the price you are quoted.

Many people want to go for lasik eye surgery because they are tired of wearing glasses, and do not have the time for contact lenses. While this type of surgery can improve your vision, it may not be suitable for everyone. In order to learn more about this procedure, the best thing you can do is talk with your eye doctor and see what options are available.

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