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Laser eye surgery, risks/pros & cons of. Please read all of this so I can get the best info.?


I have trifocal vision, an astigmatism, am nearsighted, 55 yrs. old, and fed up with glasses.

I talked with someone who said it's not guaranteed I'll have normal vision after the procedure, and still might have to wear glasses of some sort. Only for reading I could deal with but not glasses I'd have to wear all the time. It would defeat the purpose.

I will research this more, yet hoped for input from someone who's had laser surgery with vision simular or the same as (trifocal) mine. From the horses mouth so to speak. Are there any optometrists who might be online who can advise? Knowledgeable or experienced answers please.
Thanks!!!

Go to a reputable place. I went to a university affiliated place and they were honest enough to tell me I didn't qualify because I didn't have enough corneal tissue to work with. I fear other places would have went ahead with the surgery.

Usually at 55, I think you'd only get one eye done. Ask about the corneal rings also. There are other options coming out every year or so

I saw a report on a lady who had it done and now her eyes feel link sand paper when she blinks

The surgery will likely help, but it's not 100%. Apparently it's something that you get what you pay for; the more expensive docs do a better job with fewer returns.

I had my eye surgery a year ago and i don麓t have any problem with that. I used to have nearsighted and astigmatism. Now i have 20/20 vision with very little astigmatism. If I was you, I would give a shot. It is really easy and if it doesn't work you can't say you have not tried. Good Luck.

I had laser surgery about two months ago. It is a simple, painless procedure of a light shining in your eye while you sit in a chair. There are no absolute guarantees of perfect vision, but mine improved tremenduously. As far as safety is concerned, I think it is a very safe procedure.

Many optometrists will provide you with a free consultation to determine whether or not you are a good candidate for the lasik eye surgery.
-Some people don't qualify per the condition of their eyes. You should go in for a free consultation to have your eyes checked initially.
-My friend had the Lasik surgery twice. The first time he had the surgery done his vision went unchanged and he had to resort to wearing eyeglasses again. The second time he had the surgery it was successful.

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