LASIK and Corrective Eye Surgery FAQ

Many of our patients share common concerns when exploring laser vision correction. Whether you are interested in LASIK or some other refractive procedure, we at the Dishler Laser Institute want to make sure that you have all the information you need. If the answer to your question about LASIK eye surgery cannot be found here, please contact our practice, serving Boulder, Littleton, and Arvada as well as the rest of Colorado and surrounding states, or check our corrective eye surgery technology FAQ for more information about the equipment we use.

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Am I eligible for LASIK?

Most healthy adults are eligible for LASIK. In order to be a good corrective eye surgery candidate, you must be over 21 years of age with a stable corrective lens prescription. LASIK patients must also have corneas thick enough to support the creation of a corneal flap, and you must be free of eye diseases, scarring, and other medical conditions.

If for some reason you are not eligible for LASIK, you may still be a good candidate for another corrective eye surgery, such as PRK or implantable contact lenses. With the help of our seasoned staff, Dr. Jon Dishler will evaluate you meticulously to determine which procedure best fits your needs.

Is LASIK eye surgery safe?

LASIK eye surgery is a very safe procedure, and the Dishler Laser Institute has a particularly impressive safety record. With over 45,000 procedures completed in more than two decades of practice, Dr. Dishler is one of the most experienced LASIK surgeons in the United States. Additionally, we use the newest and most effective LASIK technology, ensuring a reliably safe, precise, and effective procedure. The incidence of serious LASIK complications among our corrective eye surgery patients is extremely low, and the vast majority enjoys amazingly clear, sharp vision.

Is corrective eye surgery painful?

Before corrective eye surgery, we always administer anesthetic eye drops and other medications designed to ensure a calm, pain-free procedure. Most patients report that treatment is free from pain or significant discomfort. After LASIK, the recovery period should also be pain-free. Some patients experience mild discomfort during the early stages of recovery, but any pain is likely a sign that something is wrong and should be reported to Dr. Dishler immediately.

How will I pay for my procedure?

Though insurance may pay for certain procedures, it is often the case that LASIK and other corrective eye surgery are not covered by insurance. We are committed to offering some of the lowest prices available anywhere on refractive procedures, including the guaranteed lowest price for custom LASIK. Additionally, we work closely with financing companies that specialize in elective medical procedures to offer affordable, flexible financing plans for our LASIK patients.

How long will it take me to recover?

Complete LASIK healing and recovery usually takes about two months. However, most patients notice improved vision the same day and are able to return to most normal activities within a week or two. Recovery times for other types of corrective eye surgery vary.

How good will my vision be after LASIK?

While it is difficult to predict the exact outcome of any procedure in advance, our patients reliably achieve excellent vision after surgery. Almost every patient who undergoes blade-free custom LASIK enjoys at least 20/20 vision, and many are able to see much better. Our techniques and equipment also minimize the incidence of LASIK risks, including halos and other side effects.

Contact the Dishler Laser Institute for LASIK Corrective Eye Surgery Near Boulder, Littleton, and Arvada

Our staff is happy to help if you have more questions about LASIK corrective eye surgery. Please contact our practice, serving Arvada, Littleton, and Boulder as well as the entire state of Colorado and the surrounding area, to request further information or to schedule a LASIK consultation with Dr. Jon Dishler. We can help you learn what you need in order to make an informed decision.

 

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