Common Questions

LASIK Eye Surgery Common Questions

It is very normal that you would have questions regarding LASIK eye surgery. After all, these are the only two eyes that you have and seeing is a very critical part of our lives. This is why you should only trust your eyes to proven LASIK eye surgery experts, such as the doctors here at Eye Care Associates of New Jersey. We have listed some frequently asked questions about LASIK laser vision correction below. If you have additional questions please make sure to contact us directly using this website.

Is there any pain associated with LASIK eye surgery?

There is NO pain with lasik eye surgery. Most patients say it is far less painful than a cleaning at the dentist office. You may feel a slight amount of discomfort during the procedure but no pain. After the procedure you might also feel a small amount of discomfort that will decrease over the first few post-operative days.

What are the side effects of LASIK eye surgery?

Side effects of LASIK surgery may include dry eyes, corneal scarring, corneal edema, persistent eye pain, glares, halos, and decreased night vision.

What results can I expect from laser eye surgery?

The Eye Surgery Education Council and the ASCRS (The American Society of Refractive& Cataract Surgery) explains that more than 90% of patients who choose to have LASIK eye surgery experience 20/40 post-surgery vision (the minimum standard for driving a car or playing a sport without corrective eyewear), while 56 percent of LASIK patients find that their vision has been improved to 20/20. LASIK laser eye surgery will not prevent degenerative eye diseases (such as presbyopia or macular degeneration), but its results are permanent.

Why not go to a discount Laser Vision Correction center?

With laser vision correction, safety, outcomes, and patient satisfaction should be the deciding factor behind the center you choose, not cost. Many discount centers will have hidden costs as well.

I have heard that not all lasers are the same. What type of laser do you have?

Our practice uses the VISX Star 4 excimer laser with iris registration. We also have a custom LASIK platform as well as a BLADE-FREE Model. Our Blade-FREE LASIK is also called Intralase. You can get more information at the Intralase website about this amazing new technology or simply visit our page dedicated to explaining the advantages of this type of LASIK eye surgery.

Can I go blind from LASIK eye surgery?

There are NO reported cases of any LASIK patient going blind

Is Laser Vision Correction for everyone?

Laser Vision Correction is not necessarily for everyone. The best way to determine your candidacy is with a proper screening and thorough evaluation.

I am very busy at work. What type of time commitment is needed to have LASIK?

This is a state-of-the-art procedure, which requires minimal time for the patient. The actual procedure lasts under 10 minutes per eye. Most patients can go back to work the very next day.

Can I drive immediately after LASIK surgery?

Because your vision will be blurred for a few hours after the procedure, we will ask you to have someone pick you up from our office after your laser eye surgery. You should plan to not drive for at least the first 24 hours. After the first 24hours your vision will start to drastically imrpove and driving should be much better than before surgery.

Will I be able to see up close after LASIK surgery?

If you are under age 40, you will most likely not experience problems seeing close up after LASIK surgery. However, some patients over age 40 have difficulty reading fine print and require reading glasses. This is not to be confused with the actual surgery but is a common condition known as presbyopia. This problem will develop whether or not you have LASIK; it is not linked to laser eye surgery.