LASIK / FAQs

I don’t think that either is better — I think that they are basically equivalent.

Andrew Caster, MD

Dry eye is common after LASIK, and it typically goes away after several months. There are many treatments available for the dry eye, including anti-inflammatory drops, lubricating drops, tear outflow blockage, and (one of the best things) flaxseed oil pills.

Andrew Caster, MD

You might try testing with monovision glasses to see how you tolerate the monovision. If you like the monovision, then I would do LASIK with monovision. It may not solve all your reading needs, but monovision will help with many reading situations.

Andrew Caster, MD FACS

The vast majority, well over 95, are not using glasses for distance six years after successful LASIK surgery.

Andrew Caster, MD

Yes, a laser could be used, but many doctors would recommend against using a laser for that prescription.

Andrew Caster, MD

There are some theories that wearing hard contact lenses may slow progression. Also, some studies have shown that certain eyedrops may slow progression. But the answers are not clear.

Andrew Caster, MD

There are several treatments, and this would depend on the exact details of the patient. LASIK, PRK, and natural lens replacement are all options.

Andrew Caster, MD

There are several machines that are all current and up to date for custom LASIK. These include Alcon LadarVision, Visx, and Bausch and Lomb.

Andrew Caster, MD
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I would suggest that you get an opinion in person from a very experienced LASIK/PRK surgeon. It may be possible to further improve your vision.

Andrew Caster, MD
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There is no proof regarding this, but most LASIK surgeons that I have spoken to believe that it is okay to have LASIK if you are a glaucoma suspect. If you have advanced glaucoma with extensive visual field loss, then LASIK should be avoided.

Andrew Caster, MD

It is theoretically possible, though I am not aware of any situation in which it has happened.

Andrew Caster, MD

With your high prescription, it is not uncommon to have varying measurements such as this. Hopefully, either doctor would perform more measurements before treating.

Your right eye is at the higher range for laser vision correction. It is possible with epi-LASIK or PRK, but you may have more glare or halos than a person with a lower prescription.

Andrew Caster, MD

The need for reading glasses is not cured by LASIK, but can be addressed for the appropriate person with monovision. There is no ideal age that is preferable for LASIK.

Andrew Caster, MD FACS

A myth.

Andrew Caster, MD