LASIK

LASIK refractive surgery is a permanent surgical technique for correcting near-sightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism so that patients don’t have to wear glasses or contact lenses to see clearly. A variety of forms of LASIK have been developed using both laser and conventional surgical techniques to meet patients’ different needs. Generally, LASIK candidates must be in good health and have no active eye disease. The type of refractive procedure you should have is also dependent on your age, lifestyle goals, need for reading correction, previous ocular surgery, dry eye, corneal thickness, corneal curvature and other factors.

The best way to find out if you are a candidate is to have a consultation with an eye care provider. It is very important that the proper procedure is chosen because LASIK surgery is permanent, unlike other reversible procedures such as implantable lenses for nearsightedness, farsightedness and presbyopia. It is important that you know all of your options and potential risks and side effects before undertaking LASIK.

Dr. Michael Marino, who in addition to his general practice is a specialist in LASIK co-management, offers free consultations at his office to help you decide what is best for your vision. Dr. Marino is the clinical director of the TLC Laser Eye Centers in Raleigh, NC. He had successful LASIK surgery himself in 2006.