It’s exciting to think about the possibilities of LASIK: enjoying your daily life without the inconvenience of wearing glasses and contact lenses. But while the technology has seen incredible advancements in recent years, not everyone is a good candidate for this laser eye surgery. Here are a few things that you need to know about whether LASIK is right for you:
When you come to our office for a LASIK consultation, we are looking at a variety of factors to determine the potential outcome (and risk) of this surgery. You should meet these requirements:
Our eye care team will talk to you about realistic expectations for the surgery. While LASIK can correct your vision, it doesn’t ensure that you will have “perfect” eyesight forever.
Some of the most common disqualifiers for LASIK surgery include:
If you are not able to have LASIK because of one of these reasons, then our eye care team will discuss other possible treatments that you might consider. Rest assured knowing that there are many modern optometry solutions to help patients enjoy their best vision.
When we are evaluating different types of eye care treatments, our goal is to customize the treatment plans based on your unique needs and goals. Our team understands that every patient is unique, which is why there is never a one-size-fits-all solution.
We offer full-service eye care services for patients of all ages, offering immediate vision correction and long-term treatments to protect your eyes. If you have questions about LASIK, vision correction lenses, or other available services, then we invite you to reach out to schedule a consultation with our team.
Contact us at Temecula Creek Optometry to talk to an experienced eye doctor and learn about the best vision correction solutions for your unique needs: (951) 302 -1331.