Debunking 5 Common Myths About Lasik Eye Surgery - Texas Eye and Cataract

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Debunking 5 Common Myths About Lasik Eye Surgery
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• LASIK eye surgery is a commonly performed laser
  refractive surgery for vision correction. Over
  the last several years, it has become
  increasingly popular because of its simplicity
  and efficiency. However, along with its growing
  popularity, there are also several myths
  associated with the LASIK procedure. In this blog
  post, we debunk some of the common myths about
  LASIK eye surgery.

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1. Myth LASIK Can Cause Blindness

• Fact There are no confirmed reports of LASIK
  causing blindness to anyone. In some cases, some
  complications do occur but they are extremely
  rare. When a doctor performs the preoperative
  examination, they review whether or not the
  patient is a good candidate for LASIK. Also, all
  the potential risks are conveyed to the patient.

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2. Myth LASIK is Painful

• Fact LASIK Eye surgery is painless. During the
  procedure, the eyes are numbed using anesthetic
  drops. Patients may feel some gritty sensations
  in the eye for a few hours after the procedure.
  Most people do not feel anything more than a
  little discomfort that can be relieved with
  nothing more than aspirin or ibuprofen.

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3. Myth LASIK Can Burn Your Eyes

• Fact The lasers that are used during the
  procedure are cold lasers that do not emit any
  heat, and therefore, cannot burn the eyes. Some
  people report smelling their eyes burning during
  LASIK procedure. The smell is the result of
  concentrated light frequency that disrupts the
  molecular bonds in the corneal cells in the eye.

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4. Myth Everyone is a Candidate for LASIK

• Fact Although LASIK is a very effective method
  of vision correction, it is not an option for
  everyone. For example, patients who have very
  thin or irregular corneas, poor health issues
  such autoimmune diseases and uncontrolled
  diabetes, may not qualify for the LASIK procedure.

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5. MYTH LASIK Surgery Results Dont Last

• Fact LASIK surgery results are permanent. As the
  laser used during the procedure removes the bits
  of the cornea and reshapes it permanently, the
  results you get from the procedure are
  long-lasting. However, other eye conditions such
  as presbyopia may cause post-LASIK vision to
  regress a little.

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Wrap Up

• An essential factor that can determine the
  success Or failure of LASIK surgery is the
  surgeons experience and skill. When it comes to
  your eyes and vision, you should always aim for
  nothing but the best care. If you are looking for
  a LASIK eye surgeon in Waxahachie, Texas, your
  search ends at Texas Eye and Cataract. Our team
  of seasoned eye surgeons has an impressive track
  record of performing successful LASIK surgeries.
  To learn more about the LASIK eye procedure or
  book an appointment, call (469)-505-2020, Monday
  to Friday, 900AM to 500 PM. You can also email
  info_at_teceyecare.com.