LASIK

Is Lasik Right for You?

LASIK

When you have problems with your vision and want to seek out LASIK surgery to correct it, you will have to be evaluated first to make sure that you are a good candidate for this surgery. You will need a full eye exam to determine the health of your eyes. Our eye doctor will also consider your medical history to ensure no underlying conditions will prevent you from undergoing the procedure. If you are looking for an eye exam in San Antonio, our optometry professionals at Optica 20 20 San Antonio are ready to assist you.

Start with an Eye Exam

Regular vision testing makes sure that you have the best vision possible all of the time. Our San Antonio optometrist offers vision acuity tests and comprehensive eye exams that can diagnose problems that warrant LASIK eye surgery. Our optometrist measures how each eye sees and works together. We also test color vision, eye muscles, peripheral vision, depth perception, and other aspects of your eye health. After completing these tests, we can determine any eye conditions you may have and the best treatment for them. Depending on the results of your vision test, we may recommend corrective prescription glasses, contact lenses, or even give you a referral to see a LASIK eye surgeon. However, there may be other reasons why LASIK may or may not be right for you.

Your Medical Status

If you are pregnant or nursing, it is not advised that you get LASIK. It is also not advised if you have some specific autoimmune diseases or a deficiency of the immune system. This would make you at a much greater risk for complications with your healing process. Diabetes can preclude many people from getting LASIK, but only if the disease is not well controlled and experiencing serious eye problems caused by diabetes. If you have no diabetes-related eye problems and your condition is well under control, you can be considered a good candidate for LASIK. 

Sports and Impact

If you play one or more sports in which there are strong impacts, you might not be a good candidate. Games like football, basketball, and certain martial arts may mean that you shouldn't get the surgery. A hard impact may cause your corneal flap to open even if it has been a long time since you got LASIK. If there are other high-impact activities that you engage in, LASIK may not be suitable. 

Contact Us for Quality Eye Care in San Antonio, TX

If you think you may be a good candidate for LASIK and are interested in this surgery, you will first need an eye exam from our optometrist. Our team at Optica 20 20 San Antonio is dedicated to providing the eye care you need to maintain your vision and eye health. To schedule your next eye exam, contact our San Antonio office at (210) 928-2020 today. If you're looking for an 'eye doctor near me,' our team is ready to help. 

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