LASIK works by using a laser to reshape the cornea, the clear front part of the eye, so that it can better focus light onto the retina at the back of the eye. During the procedure, your LASIK surgeon creates a thin flap on the cornea, which is then lifted to expose the underlying tissue. The laser is then used to remove some of the tissue, reshaping the cornea to the desired curvature. The flap is then repositioned, acting as a natural bandage, allowing the eye to heal without stitches. This reshaping of the cornea corrects refractive errors, such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism, resulting in clearer vision with reduced dependence on glasses and contact lenses.
The recovery period for LASIK is typically brief. Although the exact time varies from patient to patient, you can expect to see improved vision and return to work within a couple of days. It will most likely take a couple of weeks for your eyes to be healed entirely; until then, you should avoid activities such as swimming and driving at night. It is also imperative to keep your eyes clean of any soap, lotions, or debris.
The costs of LASIK may vary. If you are interested in LASIK eye surgery but are concerned about the cost, remember that LASIK is permanent. LASIK sounds expensive because it is one lump sum charge. If you add up costs for eye exams, glasses, contacts, and contact solutions over ten years, you will see that LASIK is an investment that will save you money!
At Maryland Vision Institute, we are pleased to offer 18 months interest-free financing for LASIK! We offer various financing options, with approved credit, and are here to help find the right option for you. Our counselors will be happy to go over the details with you when you come in for your free consultation.
Learn MoreOnly those who qualify as a candidate for LASIK are eligible to get the procedure. Good candidates for LASIK:
When you schedule a free LASIK consultation, your LASIK surgeon will assess all of these requirements before determining your candidacy!
Schedule A Free ConsultationLeading LASIK surgeons Augustus “Gus” Stern, MD, and Sidney Chang, MD, are setting new standards in the field of vision correction in the tri-state area. We offer only the most advanced technology available for all-laser LASIK. We are the first and only center in the region to offer LASIK patients the safety, precision, and accuracy of the Wavelight EX500 Excimer laser for LASIK. This is the fastest excimer laser on the market which means faster treatment times and thus less time the patient needs to be in surgery. In fact, our average LASIK treatment times are under 10 seconds. We also use all-Laser blade-free technology for improved safety!
Schedule A Free ConsultationThere are many benefits of choosing LASIK. Here are a few: