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Vision after LASIK. About 9 out of 10 people (90%) who have LASIK end up with vision between 20/20 and 20/40—without glasses or contact lenses.
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LASIK surgery Enlarge image. LASIK eye surgery is the best known and most commonly performed laser refractive surgery to correct vision problems. Laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) can be an alternative to glasses or contact lenses. During LASIK surgery, a special type of cutting laser is used to change the shape of the cornea.
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Dr. Brian S. Boxer Wachler explains LASIK eye surgery; what to expect before, during and after the LASIK procedure; and a step-by-step slide show. Financing makes LASIK affordable for almost anyone; here's how to pay for your LASIK procedure.
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LASIK is the best known and most commonly performed. Many articles, including this one, will use the term " LASIK " to refer to all types of laser eye surgery. Typically, images are focused on the retina in the back of the eye. With nearsightedness, farsightedness or astigmatism, images are focused either in front of or behind the retina.
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LASIK, which stands for laser in-situ keratomileusis, is a popular surgery to correct vision in people who are nearsighted or farsighted, or who have astigmatism. Learn more about the LASIK eye ...
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92% Worth It rating based on 75 reviews. $3,650 average cost. 7 before & after photos. 673 doctors & clinics. 520 questions asked. 42 community discussions. Up to 1 week of downtime. Numbing eye drops, oral sedative (if needed) FDA approved.
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In 2023, the cost can range anywhere from around $1,500 to $3,000 per eye. The Refractive Surgery Council notes an average cost of $4,400 (for both eyes) in the United States as of 2022. For the most part, LASIK is considered an elective procedure, which means that private insurance is unlikely to cover the cost.
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The word "LASIK" is an acronym for "laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis." LASIK surgery is essentially pain-free and takes only about 15 minutes for both eyes. The results — improved vision without eyeglasses or contact lenses — begin immediately after the procedure and vision usually continues to improve and stabilize over a few days.
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