Eye surgery?

Richard Korman, Toddi Gutner. (1997, January). Eye Surgery? Take a Close Look. Business Week,(3511), 102. Retrieved March 2, 2008, from Research Library database. (Document ID: 10916010).

LASIK stands for laser in-situ keratomileusis. When correcting nearsightedness the curve of the cornea is flattened. This causes the light to be refracted onto the retina, which is in the back of the eye. This surgery can cost up to $2,500 per eye. This surgery is not covered by insurance. Surgeons believe that the use of glasses and contacts will disappear. There are 66 million people who use glasses and/or contacts. Most often both eyes are done at the same time, but the Food and Drug Administration recommends a three month waiting period after the first eye is done. The FDA has also prohibited against advertising of LASIK as safe and government approved. It is the doctors job to warn the patients of risks and alternatives. Be sure you know all the risks, discomfort, and expense. Your optometrist knows your eyes better than anyone and it is more likely to have a successful surgery if you get a surgeon who is skilled. Be wary of doctors who want to rush you to a decision or those who boast and are unrealistic of the surgery. In the end your decision should be made on your faith in the doctor. 65 percent of those treated had 20/20 vision or better and 95 percent had 20/40.