Are You a Candidate for LASIK?
Here are three of the most common signs you might be a good candidate for LASIK eye surgery. These are general guidelines—only an eye specialist can confirm candidacy:
1. Your vision prescription has been stable for at least 1 year
LASIK works best when your eyes aren’t still changing. If your glasses or contact lens prescription has stayed basically the same for a year or more, that’s a strong sign you may qualify.
2. You have a common refractive error
LASIK is designed to correct:
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Nearsightedness (myopia)
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Farsightedness (hyperopia)
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Astigmatism
If your refractive error is within the typical treatable range, you may be a great candidate.
3. Your eyes are generally healthy
Healthy corneas and no active eye conditions are essential. Good signs include:
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No significant dry eye disease
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No corneal diseases (like keratoconus)
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No active infections or inflammations