I'm thinking of getting this done. I went in to a place for a consultation today, kind of on a whim, and they said I have astigmatism in both eyes and it would run $1800 to get it done there. Any recommendations on what type of place to have it done or anything else to be aware of would be appreciated. Thanks
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I have astigmatism in both eyes as well. One, I guess, is pretty severe. They told me that they would be able to complete the LASIK, but probably wouldn't be able to do it a second time because there wouldn't be enough to re-shape my eye. I have held off doing it but I am still very interested.I'm your huckleberry.
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I went to the Cataract & Lasik Center of Utah (http://www.lasikutah.com/), and I'm really happy. I had astigmatism in one eye too, and they dealt with it, no problem. I liked that they had the latest technology. Basically, you get your eyes scanned and the computer analyzes the data to determine what needs to be done to correct your vision. Then they put the data into the laser, and it goes to work. The process was easy, and I was very happy. My eye with the astigmatism was 20/400 before, and 20/20 after.
I'm not sure how prevalent the technology is now, but I bet more places have the best and stopped using blades. I'd say that Lasik is not something you want to be cheap with. Find the best place, and pay whatever they ask, because you don't want to end up messing up your vision permanently.Not that, sickos.
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Originally posted by DU Ute View PostI'm thinking of getting this done. I went in to a place for a consultation today, kind of on a whim, and they said I have astigmatism in both eyes and it would run $1800 to get it done there. Any recommendations on what type of place to have it done or anything else to be aware of would be appreciated. Thanks
Unless a person has >5-6 diopters of astigmatism (a huge amount) its presence doesn't make the surgery anymore or less difficult. If you are in the 3-4D range there is an increased risk that you may need to have a secondary enhancement procedure. However, the procedure is the same regardless.
Things to look for in a surgery clinic.
- Documentation of their outcomes (required monitoring by all surgery centers) which will show exactly what their success rates are by varying prescriptions.
- Will follow up be done by the surgery center or do they use other doctors. There are advantages to both methods, but just make sure you know who will be following your eyes post-op.
- Do they have tiered pricing? Are you charged more for higher prescriptions, longer follow-up periods or if you need enhancement. I prefer clinics that have a straight fee regardless of your Rx. You know what you are getting and their won't be any surprises as to cost.
- How long do they warranty their work? The need for enhancement is relatively common and not always apparent immediately following surgery. I personally prefer surgeons who offer a life-time enhancement plan. Meaning if your eyes change 6 days, 6 months or 6 years after surgery and you want to have it "touched up" there is no additional charge.
- What type of laser are they using? Do they give you the option of wavefront technology.
As Wuap said don't look to save a dime and cut corners. These are your eyes and bad surgery is hard to overcome. It is a great, even life-changing experience which when performed by a skilled surgeon in state of the art facility is extremely safe and very accurate. Good luck
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Just set up a consultation to have Lasik done. I've worn contacts most of me life, but in the past 4 years I haven't been able to wear them without discomfort (headaches, blurred vision, etc.). When I first got contacts I had the hard ones and my doctor had a hard time fitting them to my eyes so I eventually went to soft lenses, which worked but my eyes just continually reject them. Now I only wear contacts when I run/bike/ski.
Anyway, I'm hoping I'm a candidate and that they don't charge me an arm and a leg for it.
AV mentions $2,200 above but I'm wondering what the pricing points are now for Lasik. Anyone had it done recently that cares to give the all-in price for the procedure?"Discipleship is not a spectator sport. We cannot expect to experience the blessing of faith by standing inactive on the sidelines any more than we can experience the benefits of health by sitting on a sofa watching sporting events on television and giving advice to the athletes. And yet for some, “spectator discipleship” is a preferred if not primary way of worshipping." -Pres. Uchtdorf
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I've been told my right cornea is too thin for LASIK
They will consult with the surgeon to verify its too thin but also see if PRK? Is a possibility. I'll admit I have no idea what PRK is."Discipleship is not a spectator sport. We cannot expect to experience the blessing of faith by standing inactive on the sidelines any more than we can experience the benefits of health by sitting on a sofa watching sporting events on television and giving advice to the athletes. And yet for some, “spectator discipleship” is a preferred if not primary way of worshipping." -Pres. Uchtdorf
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I have not idea what PRK is either but I was reading up on LASIK because I am one of those over 40 people that have become dependent on reading glasses. I can see and read things far away just fine but when it comes to reading books and my computer I need reading glasses. It is a pain to have to get out my reading glasses to look at a menu or something. I read that some people use LASIK to change one eye for near or intermediate vision and leave the other eye for distance vision. I think it is called monovision. I am wondering if anyone has done this and what they think."If there is one thing I am, it's always right." -Ted Nugent.
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Originally posted by Uncle Ted View PostI have not idea what PRK is either but I was reading up on LASIK because I am one of those over 40 people that have become dependent on reading glasses. I can see and read things far away just fine but when it comes to reading books and my computer I need reading glasses. It is a pain to have to get out my reading glasses to look at a menu or something. I read that some people use LASIK to change one eye for near or intermediate vision and leave the other eye for distance vision. I think it is called monovision. I am wondering if anyone has done this and what they think.
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Originally posted by Uncle Ted View PostI have not idea what PRK is either but I was reading up on LASIK because I am one of those over 40 people that have become dependent on reading glasses. I can see and read things far away just fine but when it comes to reading books and my computer I need reading glasses. It is a pain to have to get out my reading glasses to look at a menu or something. I read that some people use LASIK to change one eye for near or intermediate vision and leave the other eye for distance vision. I think it is called monovision. I am wondering if anyone has done this and what they think.
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Originally posted by Rickomatic View PostI had a monovision procedure when I turned 46. I also had to have it as PRK. I was told my lens in both eyes were too thin. With PRK they shape the exterior portion of the lens so the light will pass into the eye at a different focus point. Five years later and I wouldn't go back for anything.
Maybe you can help me, but it seems that PRK is more painful, especially for the first couple days, and the recovery time is long. What was your experience with it after the surgery both short term (1-4 days) and long term (1-3 months)?"Discipleship is not a spectator sport. We cannot expect to experience the blessing of faith by standing inactive on the sidelines any more than we can experience the benefits of health by sitting on a sofa watching sporting events on television and giving advice to the athletes. And yet for some, “spectator discipleship” is a preferred if not primary way of worshipping." -Pres. Uchtdorf
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Originally posted by Moliere View PostSo as an update, my right cornea is too thin for LASIK. I've canceled the procedure and am contemplating doing PRK. They told me I'd be fine with the PRK surgery, but I told them I'd want to find out more about it since I had never heard of it.
Maybe you can help me, but it seems that PRK is more painful, especially for the first couple days, and the recovery time is long. What was your experience with it after the surgery both short term (1-4 days) and long term (1-3 months)?
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Originally posted by Rickomatic View PostI had a monovision procedure when I turned 46. I also had to have it as PRK. I was told my lens in both eyes were too thin. With PRK they shape the exterior portion of the lens so the light will pass into the eye at a different focus point. Five years later and I wouldn't go back for anything."If there is one thing I am, it's always right." -Ted Nugent.
"I honestly believe saying someone is a smart lawyer is damning with faint praise. The smartest people become engineers and scientists." -SU.
"Yet I still see wisdom in that which Uncle Ted posts." -creek.
GIVE 'EM HELL, BRIGHAM!
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