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Lasik.......?
How old do you have to be to
get the surgery?. I'm 16 years
and how much could the surgery
cost?
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Unfortunately you have to be 18 years or older with a stable refraction. Hang in there, you're almost there! Bill New England Eye Center www.mylasikdoc.com |
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Who invented the Lasik to Does anyone have any idea who
invented the Lasik to correct
nearsightedness? Is it
recorded somewhere?
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The Lasik (Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis) technique was made possible by the Columbian-based Spanish ophthalmologist Jose Barraquer, who, around 1950 in his clinic in Bogota, Columbia, developed the first microkeratome, used to cut thin flaps in the cornea and alter its shape, in a procedure called keratomileusis.... For more info, go to: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/L asik |
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How do I check the credentials I am looking for a lasik
surgeon in San Diego or Orange
county. Any suggestions? How
can I check the credentials of
the doctor? Thanks
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Top 5 ways to tell if someone is NOT a good "Lasik" surgeon : #5 Online degree #4 "Laser" turns out to be old prop from a James Bond movie #3 Claims to give eyesight - "so good, you can see the future!" #2 All former patients have become NFL referees And finally the #1 way to tell if someone is NOT a good "Lasik" surgeon : Wears glasses!! |
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How much should I expect to I have worn contacts since the
5th grade and they are
starting to dry out my eyes. I
would like to get the Lasik
surgery, but I want to make
sure it is an option I can
afford. I'm sure there is
financing available.
For the record, this is in
Houston, Texas. I am not
interested in going elsewhere
for the surgery.
Also, I need the surgery
because I have astigmatism,
and I'm nearsighted.
I'm 23 years old. I know, the
5th grade comment made me
sound really young.
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We charge between 2800-4000 for both eyes depending on what your prescription is. And there are other factors such as corneal thickness and pupil size that determine which lasik procedure is better for you. The most important thing is to find a reputable surgeon in your area. Ask around to friends and co-workers for advice as well. Most places do free consultations, so if you are really unsure go to a couple of places and get information about the surgeon and pricing. Most places can give you information regarding financing. It is usually through an outside company such as CareCredit or Capital One. Those are two that we offer. I had lasik done 2 1/2 yrs ago and absolutely love it. Good Luck and feel free to ask any questions. |
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How likely are you to need a Assuming after a healing
period following surgery that
you are in the area of 20/20,
in good health, and previously
suffered from mild to moderate
near-sightness only?
How often are touch-up's
needed? Despite the relative
newness of true Lasik
technology, am I safe to
assume 20+ years down the road
most will not need it?
Is paying the extra 1000
dollars for the lifetime
touch-up plan a waste of money
if all goes reasonably well
the first surgery?
(The company is Lasik Plus in
case you are curious)
Thanks.
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15%-20% A 1999 study published in the Jounral of Ophthalmology (1) found that somewhere between 14.6% and 19.2% of eyes treated with LASIK required touch-up (referred to as 'retreatment'.) This study was large - over 2000 patients. These patients required treatment of both eyes for myopia - near-sightedness, and it was a few years ago, so things might have changed. I think that this is probably a good estimate for you to work with. We know that if you don't need a touch-up within six months, you almost certainly won't need it after 11 years. (2) We don't know about longer periods than that. It terms of whether or not it is worth it, the answer is that the company selling the touch-up plan makes money - a lot of it. If they didn't, they wouldn't offer the plan. Don't waste your money - if you need a touch-up, it won't cost much over $1000 anyway. |
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