By Jeanette Pollock

LASIK is the latest type of refractive surgery. As the name implies, refractive surgical procedures are used to alleviate refractive errors. Refractive errors are imperfections in the eye’s focusing power.

Making the decision to get a LASIK is no laughing matter. Before submitting to the proc edure, you should gather as much information as you can. This will help you evaluate the risks that come with LASIK treatment.

If you are not a risk taker, then LASIK is probably not for you. Although the procedure is relatively safe, it is also quite new. There is no long-term data available for LASIK patients. Complications after the operation are definite possibilities, though they are not likely.

LASIK can also jeopardize your career. Some career paths may close to you once you get refractive surgery. Before you do, you might want to clarify the issue with your superiors.
Cost is also an issue. Refractive surgery is usually not covered by insurance, which can mean high costs for you. Those who participate in contact sports such as boxing and wrestling are also poor candidates for LASIK.

Anyone who still exhibits refractive instability may also be bad candidates for LASIK. Younger patients, such as those under age 25, can expect their cornea to change significantly over the course of their life. As such, the effects of LASIK or any other refractive surgery might vary over time. People who exhibit refractive instability may also include the diabetes patients and pregnant or breastfeeding women.

Jeanette Pollock is a freelance author and website owner of eye-care-hq.com. Visit Jeanette's site to learn more about LASIK eye surgery.
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By Nicola Kennedy

Epi-LASIK is a type of refractive surgery, which is designed to reduce a person’s dependency on contact lenses and eyeglasses. The technique was invented by Dr. Ioannis Pallikaris, and it attempts to merge the desirable features of other major refractive surgery techniques, such as PRK, LASIK and LASEK. Epi-LASIK is believed to avoid risks associated with LASIK and offers improved postoperative recovery relative to PRK. In essence, Epi-LASIK is described as ‘an advanced type of corneal surface ablation’ employed to correct myopia, hypermetropia and astigmatism.

Epi-LASIK differs from conventional LASIK. LASIK involves cutting a flap in the cornea with a microkeratome or laser to reveal the stroma (the middle layer of the cornea). On the other hand, Epi-LASIK entails the creation of a thin flap of corneal epithelium. The epithelium is gently separated from the underlying corneal layer without cutting – quite the same procedure as what is followed during LASEK. However, as opposed to LASEK, Epi-LASIK does not make use of any alcohol solution to loosen and remove the surface of the epithelium.

Like LASEK, Epi-LASIK is more appropriate for patients who have thin corneas and are therefore not viable candidates for conventional LASIK. Once the epithelial layer is removed, the excimer laser reshapes the cornea in the desired manner so as to correct any refractive anomalies. Upon successful ablation, the epithelial flap is repositioned on the cornea. A thin soft bandage contact lens is then placed over the flap. This must be worn for several days after the Epi-LASIK surgery, in order to minimize discomfort and aid in the healing process.

Epi-LASIK holds a significant advantage over conventional LASIK in that it avoids any of the potential flap complications associated with LASIK. That is, there is no such risk as dislocated flap, folds in flap, epithelial in-growth etc. In addition, Epi-LASIK allows a more rapid visual recovery relative to PRK and LASEK.

In summary, Epi-LASIK is a technologically advanced surgical procedure, which might be useful if you have a thin cornea or some other visual anomaly that rules out conventional refractive surgery. However, it is advised that you acquire the assistance of an expert eye surgeon instead of hastily jumping on a conclusion.

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By Wakin Baldado

With the advancement of technology, this defect can be removed completely from the eyes and can live to fulfill the desire. Technology is LASIK or Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis. LASIK is performed by LASIK eye surgeon to eliminate the defects of vision farsightedness, nearsightedness and astigmatism.

The selection of an appropriate LASIK Eye Institute is the first thing that the patient should consider before opting for a LASIK eye surgery. Patients who choose LASIK vision center of his LASIK surgery are always satisfied. More LASIK vision center offers the latest technology and more advanced equipment that helps the patient to achieve better vision. LASIK vision centers have the best surgeon, with excellent knowledge, skills tested and updated with key technology of laser eyes.

More LASIK vision center only allows people who are over age 18 who are not infected in the region of the cornea of the eye to have LASIK surgery. Plus LASIK vision center uses the excimer laser that has almost no side effects and no pain during the operation. Patients are duly routine LASIK eye surgeon to continue during the post-LASIK treatment. Plus LASIK vision center does not guarantee 20/20 vision. However, the vision improves.

LASIK New Jersey over LASIK vision center in New Jersey rewards of their patients with progressive along with the appropriate technology LASIK patient care. A LASIK surgery center LASIK vision more affordable, competitive and can even be financed by private companies. At the same time, LASIK surgery saves the patient from having large expenses in buying a new pair of glasses or fancy a couple of glasses of fashion.

However, pregnant women and children under 18 years of age are not eligible for Lasik treatment. And for those candidates is going to treat Lasik, to ensure whether they will get good results, an eye exam is carried out before surgery. Candidates, the use of soft contact lenses, who opt for Lasik treatment is advised to stop using them for 10-15 days before surgery and those hardest contact lenses, are asked to stop using them during at least six weeks.

LASIK eye surgeons have performed more than 720000 successful LASIK LASIK surgeries Plus Vision Center around the nation. The effects of a successful surgery LASIK Plus remain more than 15 years. After performing LASIK surgery, patients receive a new look, along with the new desire to achieve their goals.

LasikAide is an information centre in line for those who have minor defect in the vision and want the freedom of lenses and glasses. Lasik Vision Correction is a surgical procedure designed to reduce a person dependence on glasses or contact lenses. Get your eyes tested in a well-known Lasik Vision Plus Center to get your vision normal again.

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By Ayman Halabi

What if you went in for brain surgery and the doctor told you they weren't going to do what was best for you, but what seemed to work best for MOST people? Would you be concerned? Do you think this type of surgery would be safe for your future or the doctor's career? I didn't think so, now there is something to correct this problem, a new procedure called wavefront LASIK.
Wavefront LASIK, also known as custom LASIK, uses three dimensional images of your eyes and how they accept light to determine the best route for your surgery. This procedure called custom LASIK using wave-front technology is more precise than any pair of glasses, contacts, or even other LASIK procedures.

By using a few simple computer-generated tests to analyze the way your eye refracts light, the computer determines the best course of action. The fact that this wavefront LASIK uses the three dimensional image particular to the patient, the chance for an uneven or poorly constructed flap over the cornea is reduced.

There are more hoops for you to jump through if you are going to be a patient in wavefront LASIK surgery:

* You must be qualified by the FDA based on your eye condition before receiving wavefront LASIK.

* Your doctor will present your choices regarding extra costs for your wavefront LASIK.

* Your doctor will determine if your eye's condition is such that wavefront LASIK presents the best result.

What are the advantages of wavefront LASIK?

* Better chance of 20/20 vision or better.

* Reduced chance of night vision disturbances or glaring.

* Reduced chance of losing visual quality or contrast sensitivity.

Studies show that despite the cost of wavefront LASIK, more people are opting for this procedure than regular LASIK. However, it is important to discuss with your doctor what is correctable before the surgery. Even though wavefront LASIK is the most efficient form of LASIK it does not correct any type of eye problem at this time.

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By Iacob Ionut

Lasik stands for Laser-Assisted in situ Keratomileusis. As the name suggests, Lasik is a laser eye surgery used to correct different eye defects such as myopia, astigmatism and hyperopia.

How much does Lasik eye surgery costs in Los Angeles?

In Los Angeles Lasik eye surgery varies from surgeron to surgeon.There are other,more advanced techniques, that can be more expensive that a traditional Lasik eye surgery. For example IntraLase. IntraLase is a newly developed technology that uses a laser beam to create a corneal flap instead of using a metal blade.This technique raises the costs of the lasik surgery by $300 per eye.

In Los Angeles the costs of Lasik varies from $1000 to $2500-$3000 depending on the lasik eye surgery center and surgeon. The best (and most expensive) lasik surgery centers are in Beverly Hills and Santa Monica area.

What are the other alternatives?

Some of the alternatives for Lasik eye surgery are PRK (photorefractive keratectomy) and
LASEK (laser epithelial keratomileusis). LASEK is a newer procedure similar to PRK. There are also alternatives to laser eye procedures like Refractive Lens Exchange (your eye's natural lens is replaced with an artificial one) or CK for Hyperopia (Conductive keratoplasty). Conductive keratoplasty is a new procedure that uses heat form radio waves to shrink the collagen in the periphery of the cornea. It's important to know that RLE ( Refractive Lens Exchange) does not have U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval yet.

Lasik complications

Every surgery has risks and Lasik eye surgery is no different.Here are some frequently reported complications of LASIK:

- Overcorrection or undercorrection

- Dry eye

- Infection

- Double vision

Although there are some risks involved, patients having unresolved complications six months after surgery has been estimated to about 3%.

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By Kevin Stith

Lasik eye surgery is the most commonly suggested treatment for myopia in the United States. Lasik eye surgery cost has come down considerably in recent years. Earlier, it was not affordable for the common man.

Lasik eye surgery cost is decided depending on many factors. The cost of the machinery is the most important reason for the high price of the treatment. The price also depends on the proficiency of the doctor. According to statistical reports, the living cost of the geographical location also reflects on the cost of the surgery. The gravity of the disease is another important factor in fixing the charges. The use of advanced and specialized tools will also increase the cost of the surgery.

The cost of lasik eye surgery is fixed in proportion to the entire expenses incurred by the clinic such as equipment cost, price of accessories for the surgery, administration cost, patient acquisition costs, insurance cost etc. Lasik eye surgery can be performed for $1500 at a reasonable eye clinic. It is inclusive of pre-surgical charges and follow-up costs. The standard rate varies between $850 and $2000.

Lasik eye surgery cost information is available from magazines and Internet sites of the eye clinics. Often, deceptive advertisements with reduced costs also appear. Hence, you have to make a thorough study of the rates and the possible hidden charges. Most insurance packages do not cover lasik treatment, as it is an elective treatment. Financing is available from many companies to meet the cost of lasik surgery.

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