Lasik | Finding The Right Lasik Doctor
It is important to find a Lasik doctor whom we trust and have confidence in. If you are
considering Lasik surgery, make sure you take note of the following advice.
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The levels of risk and benefit vary slightly not only from procedure to procedure, but from device to device
depending on the manufacturer, and from surgeon to surgeon depending on their level of experience with a particular
procedure.
Don't Base Your Decision For Lasik Simply On Cost
Don't base your decision simply on cost and don't settle for the first eye center, doctor, or procedure you
investigate. Remember that the decisions you make about your eyes and Lasik surgery will affect you for the rest of
your life.
Be wary of eye centers that advertise, "20/20 vision or your money back" or "package deals." There are never any
guarantees in medicine.
Read The Lasik Patient Handbook
It is important for you to read the patient handbook provided to your doctor by the manufacturer of the device
used to perform the refractive procedure. Your doctor should provide you with this handbook and be willing to
discuss his/her outcomes (successes as well as complications) compared to the results of studies outlined in the
handbook.
Even the best screened patients under the care of most skilled surgeons can experience serious
complications.
During And After Lasik Surgery
Malfunction of a device or other error, such as cutting a flap of cornea through and through instead of making a
hinge during LASIK surgery, may lead to discontinuation of the procedure or irreversible damage to the eye.
Some complications, such as migration of the flap, inflammation or infection, may require another procedure
and/or intensive treatment with drops. Even with aggressive therapy, such complications may lead to temporary loss
of vision or even irreversible blindness.
Under the care of an experienced doctor, carefully screened candidates with reasonable expectations and a clear
understanding of the risks and alternatives are likely to be happy with the results of their Lasik
procedure.
Be Careful Of 'Slick' Lasik Advertising
Be cautious about "slick" advertising and/or deals that sound "too good to be true." Remember, they usually are.
There is a lot of competition resulting in a great deal of advertising and bidding for your business. Do your
homework.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Center for Devices and Radiological Health
 
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