People who had Lasik Eye Surgery?!


Question:

People who had Lasik Eye Surgery?

I would like to hear from people who have had the Lasik surgery. How much does it cost, can you finance it through the doctor, how old are you and anything else you think I might need to know.

Thanks.


Answers:

I had PRK, same laser, different approach. The cost average is 1200-2100 per eye. It was possible to finance using Care Credit...but I have a better interest rate on my credit card, so I didn't go that route. I had to have custom wavefront due to thinner corneas, so my cost after my vision insurance discount was 1700/eye.

The prices have really not changed at all since laser correction surgery came out...the technology advancements have kept them about the same. Right now, we are in generation #3 of lasers. Be very aware of the 'cheap' places...do research on the surgeon...these are the only eyes you will have...and I wasn't gonna put mine in the hands of the lowest bidder.

I'm 30-something and very glad that I had my PRK surgery. I'm 4 weeks postop today and other than some dry eyes and irritation (ocular allergies), I'm doing great! Seeing as near to 20/20 as I can figure. A little vision fluctuations as my eyes get drier, but some artificial tears clears that up.

Just research your surgeon. I strongly believe I had such a good outcome because of the surgeon, his education, and experience. I checked out 3 in my area...and this one just blew me away with his credentials (corneal specialist...also teaches corneal pathology at a medical school in my region).

Check out the link below for more detailed information about the risks, benefits, outcome ratios, complications, and who should not be a candidate for LASIK or PRK. This is the article that actually made me really think about going for the consult.




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