I’m off to the eye doc this morning to see if I’m a candidate for Lasik. I’m doing my research; I think there’s a Sci-Fi movie where they laser somebody’s eyes out as a form of torture. I’m hoping my appointment goes better than that.
Here are my questions so far:
- Do you use “custom” Lasik using wavefront technology to improve contrast?
- Do you use “intralase” to cut the corneal flap with a laser instead of a blade?
- How much does this cost?
- What is included?
- What is not included?
- What will I have to pay for if complications occur or enhancement surgery becomes necessary?
- How much do prescription medications (such as anti-inflammatories or painkillers) cost?
- If I require temporary contact lenses or glasses after the procedure, how much will they cost?
- How many follow-up visits will I need to make, and at what cost?
- Is there a procedure for flushing the eye, is there any concern about protein deposits?
- Long term, does the cornea thin with age?
- Since Lasik also thins the cornea, is there any future technology on the horizon that would not be available to me because of thinner corneas?
- Is a monovision application necessary? Will I experience a loss of depth perception?
Chasing the Wind 
Good luck with it!!! 🙂
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Mikey before: 😀
Mikey after: 😯
I think you look better already.
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Hi, I’m Melissa and I’m a LURKERholic on your site, but today I’m coming out of the closet to spread some honey your way! Come share in this special De-Lurking Day and do some of your own.
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Questions all answered. I’m getting the more expensive custom Lasik. I’ll have my eyeballs lasered in 2 weeks. 😯
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They now have lasers that can vaporize a bulldozer and skillfully remove your cornea. I only hope they have the laser on thte right setting.:wink:
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Let’s hope so. That bulldozer won’t vaporize itself.
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I’ll check, but I don’t think I own a bulldozer.
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YOU might not own one, but I need some more closet space…
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Thanks for this. Good to go into this kind of procedure knowing all the facts, and even better to know what kinds of questions to ask your doctor – plenty of good info here – I’m glad folks are sharing their own experiences, positive or negative, since this kind of procedure has become so incredibly popular in the last few years.
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