LASIK / FAQs

I would check out the credentials of the doctor. The quality of the doctor and the center that he works at are the most important factors in avoiding problems.

Andrew Caster, MD

I like the Alcon laser, but there is not a large difference.

Andrew Caster, MD
Caster Eye Center 
Beverly HIlls, Ca.

You can certainly continue to wear contacts if you want to, but most likely a LASIK procedure can be performed safely after you heal.

Andrew Caster, MD

I would get another opinion from an experienced LASIK surgeon.

Andrew Caster, MD

No. Only monovision is possible at this time to correct distance and near in people over 50.

Andrew Caster, MD

CustomVue is the Visx brand of custom LASIK.

Andrew Caster, MD

Yes, trauma can reopen the flap. This is much more likely in the beginning.

Andrew Caster, MD

This may be due to astigmatism. You should obtain a consultation.

Your eyes should improve over time. If they do not significantly improve, then an enhancement will be performed to improve your vision.

Andrew Caster, MD

If you are using the newest versions of the LadarVision or the Visx, it does not make much difference.

Andrew Caster, MD

PRK does not make the dryness worse. LASIK can make it worse in some cases.

Andrew Caster, MD

We do not do LASIK on such a prescription.

Andrew Caster, MD

LASIK is a possibility.

Andrew Caster, MD

It depends. LASIK is more commonly chgosen.

Andrew Caster, MD