- I am interested in laser vision correction. What
do I do next?
- Do I need to do anything special if I wear contact
lenses?
- How long has laser vision correction been performed?
- Is laser vision correction safe?
- What kind of results can a patient expect?
- Is laser vision correction uncomfortable?
- What should I expect the next day?
- What is vision like during the healing period?
- How long does it last?
- How soon can I return to work?
- Will I have to wear glasses following surgery?
- What is monovision?
- Does insurance cover laser vision correction?
- What does it cost?
- Do you offer payment plans?
I am interested in laser vision correction.
What do I do next?
Call AVLC to schedule a free consultation. If you are found to
be a candidate for one of our refractive surgeries, you will then
be scheduled for a comprehensive exam. This exam includes a refraction,
mapping of the cornea, measuring corneal thickness, and a thorough
retinal exam. The comprehensive exam has a fee ranging $100 to $200
and is deducted from your surgery cost if you schedule surgery within
3 months.
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Do I need to do anything special if I wear
contact lenses?
If you wear soft contact lenses you must remove them at least ten
days before your exam and before surgery. If you wear hard lenses,
you must remove them at least 3 weeks before the exam and before
surgery.
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How long has laser vision been performed?
Laser vision correction has been performed in the United States
since 1984.
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Is laser vision correction safe?
When performed by an experienced surgeon, it is a safe procedure.
Studies show that less than 1% of patients experience a vision decrease
after laser surgery. A certain number of patients (5-8%) may require
a second laser treatment to achieve their best outcome. The incidence
of re-treatments is directly proportional to the original prescription.
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What kind of results can a patient expect?
More than 98% of patients achieve visual acuity of 20/40 or better
without glasses or contacts. A large majority see 20/20 without
correction.
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Is laser vision correction uncomfortable?
Anesthetic eye drops make the treatment painless. Patients may experience
mild discomfort.
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What should I expect the next day?
Most patients wake up seeing better than the night before. Some
people may experience blurry vision. Most patients see well enough
to drive the first day after LASIK.
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What is vision like during the healing
period?
LASIK offers immediate results and quick healing. Some fluctuations
in vision, mainly due to dryness, is expected and can be managed
by applying artificial tear drops.
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How long does it last?
LASIK permanently reshapes the surface of the cornea.
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How soon can I return to work?
Most people return to work the next day.
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Will I want to wear glasses following
surgery?
Most patients, due to the normal aging process, lose the ability
to focus at close distances in their forties and fifties. Glasses
may be helpful if you are reading for long periods of time or small
print.
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What is monovision?
Full correction is achieved in the dominant eye but a slight under
correction is left in the non-dominant eye. This gives the patient
good distance vision in one eye and reading vision in the fellow
eye.
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Does insurance cover the cost of laser
vision correction?
Our insurance department will be happy to check your plan. Some
insurance plans cover elective treatments.
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What does laser vision correction cost?
The cost of good eye sight is priceless. The fee for the procedure
is approximately $2000 per eye. This includes the cost of surgery
and one year of follow up visits. There is no charge if you desire
any re-treatments within one year of your surgery. Affordable financing
plans are available.
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Do you offer payment plans?
 Vision
Fee Plan is a flexible monthly payment option offered through AmeriFee.
It is specifically designed for refractive surgery - with payments
as low as $48 per month.
- No initial payment
- Low, fixed rates ranging from 5.9% - 12.9%
- No prepayment penalty
If you prefer, you may also apply over the phone by calling 877-837-2272.
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