The average refractive prescription that qualifies for laser eye surgery is: Nearsighted ness up to -8.0 diopters. Astigmatism up to -3.0 diopters. Nearsightedness with astigmatism up to -9.0 diopters.
What pill do they give you before LASIK?
Before the procedure starts, you have the option of taking 10mg of valium to help you relax. This is completely your decision whether you would like to take the pill or not. Prior to entering the laser room, Dr. Alsheikh will look at your eyes in a slit lamp and make sure everything is ready to go.
What sedation is used for LASIK?
LASIK eye surgery is short, taking two minutes or so per eye. If patients feel nervous just before having surgery, however, we do have a mild oral sedative (Valium) that we can give right before surgery.
Can they sedate you for LASIK?
If you fear you will be anxious during the procedure, your LASIK surgeon will give you a mild sedative or other medication prior to surgery to help you relax. The use of a mild sedative is common with LASIK.
Can I be sedated for LASIK?
Can I be put to sleep for LASIK?
Yes, you will be awake for your entire LASIK corrective eye surgery procedure. Some people assume because they are undergoing a surgical procedure that they will be given anesthesia and be put to sleep. Yet, unlike other types of surgeries, laser surgery only takes a few minutes to complete.
What kind of eye drops should I use after LASIK?
Your doctor will give you prescription eye drops to prevent infection and inflammation and eyedrops to keep your eyes moist. These drops may cause a momentary slight burn or blurring of your vision when you use them. Do not use any eye drops not approved by your eye doctor. Healing after LASIK eye surgery usually occurs very rapidly.
What is LASIK eye surgery?
Like other types of laser refractive surgery, the LASIK procedure reshapes the front surface (cornea) of the eye to enable light entering the eye to focus on the retina without glasses or contact lenses. LASIK typically is pain-free and requires only about 15 minutes to treat both eyes.
How safe is LASIK?
While the procedure has an excellent safety profile, LASIK complications can occur and may include infection or night glare (starbursts or halos that are most noticeable when you’re viewing lights at night, such as while you’re driving).
What is the best laser eye surgery for myopia?
LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is the most commonly performed laser eye surgery to treat myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness) and astigmatism.
