What happens if you get LASIK too early?

The reasoning behind this is simple: your eyes are still changing, and LASIK is designed to be a one-time procedure that lasts many years. Having surgery before the eyes stop changing doesn't make much sense because if your vision changes after surgery, the surgery may not be as effective over the years to come.

Can you get LASIK too early?

The FDA approved LASIK for those 18 and over, but it might be best to wait a few more years. Until the age of 24, our eyesight continues to change, so it is not often that a LASIK eye surgeon will recommend the procedure for those under the age of 25 for the general public.

At what age is LASIK not worth it?

LASIK eye surgery age limits

At around age 40, your eyes start to change, and you may develop presbyopia – farsightedness due to age – which could affect your candidacy for LASIK. Your eyes change again at around age 60, with age-related vision problems such as cataracts possibly presenting at this time.

How long before vision is stable for LASIK?

It's true that the purpose of LASIK eye surgery is to correct the refractive error present at the time of the procedure, but in order to make sure the corrected vision resulting from LASIK remains stable, the error corrected needs to be stable for at least one year prior to undergoing LASIK eye surgery.

Can LASIK worsen the vision?

Your vision may change after surgery, but if it does, LASIK will still be a benefit. Changes in vision are typically minor, and most patients report better eyesight for a lifetime after their LASIK procedures.

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Why is one eye blurry 3 months after LASIK?

Dry Eyes: Creating the LASIK flap will temporarily disrupt nerves that supply the cornea. These nerves usually regenerate in the first 3-6 months after LASIK. During this time, the eyes tend to be dry and this can cause vision to be blurred or to fluctuate.

Why is my right eye still blurry after LASIK?

However, you may still experience blurry vision or vision fluctuations from time to time as you heal. Your eyes are adjusting to the newly reshaped cornea. They need time to get used to functioning in a new way. It will take anywhere from three to six months for your eyes to fully heal.

Do you always achieve 20/20 vision after LASIK?

In general, most people who have laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) eye surgery achieve 20/20 vision or better, which works well for most activities. But most people still eventually need glasses for driving at night or reading as they get older.

Who is not a good candidate for LASIK?

What time of year is best for LASIK?

For many people, it's best to wait until after the summer, so that their surgical recovery won't make it harder for them to go boating, swimming, waterskiing or participating in any of the other water activities popular in summer. LASIK doesn't require you to put your life on hold.

Is LASIK worth it for a 21 year old?

More importantly, it is essential to look at each individual person and how stable their vision is going into surgery. If your prescription has not changed much, you are perfectly fine to consider LASIK at 21.

Is 25 a good age for LASIK?

Most eye surgeons agree the ideal lasik surgery age are people between 25-40 years old are the best candidates for LASIK eye surgery. By age 25, our eyes should have stopped changing. Having a stable prescription for at least two years is a general guideline that someone is a good LASIK candidate.

What are the chances of LASIK failing?

All surgeries carry some risk of complications and side effects, but LASIK is generally considered a safe procedure with a low complication rate. In fact, LASIK is one of the safest elective surgical procedures available today, with a complication rate estimated to be less than 1%.

How long does it take to get 20/20 after LASIK?

According to the American Refractive Surgery Council, more than 90% of LASIK patients achieve 20/20 vision or better after 2 to 3 months of post-surgery recovery.

Does LASIK last a lifetime?

While the effects of LASIK surgery are permanent, the benefits can decrease over time. For most patients, the results of LASIK will last a lifetime. About 10-12% of patients nationwide will need an enhancement surgery because of anatomical changes to the eye/eyes.

Does LASIK fix astigmatism?

The ultra-precise lasers used for LASIK surgery can be programmed to reshape the cornea so the front surface of the eye is more symmetrical, thereby eliminating vision problems caused by astigmatism. Most of the time astigmatism can be fully corrected with a single LASIK procedure.

What is the maximum eye power for LASIK?

LASIK procedures are only effective for patients with a certain range of prescriptions. Young H. Choi, M.D. Eye Surgery Center currently accepts patients with nearsightedness up to -11.00 diopters, farsightedness up to +5.00 diopters, and astigmatism up to 5 diopters.

Do I have to wear sunglasses forever after LASIK?

How long do I need to wear sunglasses? Your eyes are especially sensitive for the first week after you have LASIK. Plan to wear sunglasses for at least the first week after your LASIK procedure. Also, even post-LASIK surgery, you should continue wearing sunglasses.

How do I get the best LASIK results?

Use eye drops as recommended.

Your doctor will prescribe eye drops. The drops help the healing process and ensure the best results. Using them at specific times of day may be inconvenient. But without lubrication, your cornea may experience irritation.

What percent of people need glasses after LASIK?

The majority of people who undergo LASIK surgery do not need glasses following their procedure. LASIK corrects the vision by reshaping the cornea with a specialized laser and these changes are permanent in the vast majority (96 to 99%) of our patients.

How long does astigmatism take to correct after LASIK?

While most of the patients who get LASIK for astigmatism notice a difference right away, it usually takes your eyes about three to six months to fully recover and heal.

How long after LASIK can I shower?

Mozayeni and Dr. Nunnery advise patients that it is okay to bathe or shower normally the day after your LASIK eye surgery. For the first week after your LASIK surgery, it's important to keep water, soap, hair care products and/or washing liquids away from the eye. Do not rub your eyes while bathing.

What foods should I avoid after LASIK?

Can I rub my eyes a month after LASIK?

So how long should you avoid rubbing your eyes after LASIK? As a general rule, you should completely avoid rubbing the eyes for the first two weeks post-op. After this time, it is okay to gently rub your eyes, although it is always best to avoid eye rubbing if possible whether you have had LASIK or not.

How do I know if my LASIK flap moved?

When the flap moves out of place, it's referred to as LASIK flap dislocation. If you're wondering how to tell if your LASIK flap has moved, rest assured that you'll know. Symptoms include pain, discomfort, watering, and/or blurry vision.