San Diego LASIK doctors
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Sandy Feldman, MD
San Diego Ophthalmologist
6255 Lusk Blvd Suite 100, San Diego |
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Michael Gordon, MD
San Diego Ophthalmologist
8910 University Center Lane Ste. 800, San Diego |
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Nasrin Mani, MD
La Jolla Ophthalmologist
1111 Torrey Pines Road Suite 102, La Jolla |
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Chris Gualtieri, MD
San Diego Ophthalmologist
3969 Fourth Avenue #301, San Diego |
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Paul D. Huynh, MD, PhD
San Diego Ophthalmologist
10737 Camino Ruiz Suite #100, San Deigo |
Recent Answers
I need to correct my vision to 20/20 or better. Right now I have 20/30- and 20/25 with slight astigmatism. I want to join French NAVY. But they dont accept laser correction yet, but are changing rules from 2015. One of the officers told me just to get it now and lie on the exam so I dont waste 3 years. Which procedure is best for my small correction and is less detectable on normal eye exam? Or where I could say "it always been this way"? Thank you very much for your understanding and time!
LASIK involves creating a flap in the cornea and then, reshaping the cornea while photorefractive keratectomy, PRK and advanced surface ablation, ASA involve only the recontouring part. These procedures are performed to treat nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism and often result in excellent uncorrected acuity. In the U.S., the Navy has approved the LASIK procedure. Nonetheless, the shape of the cornea changes after surgery,and certain tests may show a pattern suggesting that you have undergone laser vision correction.
I had all laser LASIK 10 months ago and while much of the time I see 20/15 (was at my 6 month appt), my vision is inconsistent and eye dryness (especially while sleeping) is an issue. My vision is sometime blurry or have indoor glare and at night sometimes it's OK (still have some starbursts/glare), then other times I feel like I need drops constantly to keep seeing clearly. Since 6 months was supposed to be the "final" result, am I stuck with inconsistent vision and dryness effects for good?
Fluctuating vision is a common issue whether or not people have had LASIK. Usually, this improves over time after LASIK. There are other treatments that you can do, such as eyelid scrubbing, ointment at bedtime, frequent breaks at the computer as well as instillation of a medical device known as punctal plugs to to keep your tears in your eyes longer. Speak with your eyeMD to determine the best options for you. Try to be patient as this does improve over time but can vary with the weather. Here in Southern CA, the reduced humidity associated with warmer weather and Santa Ana winds, can induce dryness, even in individuals who did not have surgery so do not get discouraged.
My husband is considering LASIK surgery, and the doctor we went to quoted us a price for the surgery, and also the surgery with a 1 year, 5 year, and lifetime enhacement warranty. The lifetime warranty raised the total price about $1200.00. Is it worthwhile to get this??
As with anything you purchase, the details usually outline the programs and determine the worthwhileness of such policies. The chance of needing an enhancement may depend upon your age, the original prescription treated, and your satisfaction. It is best to ask your eye doctor questions to determine whether or not this might be worthwhile for you. For example, you will want to know what your chance of needing an enhancement. Will technology upgrades be included should you need an enhancement? For an individual of mild to moderate nearsightedness, an enhancement the first year might be needed about 2% of the time. With time, as one ages their eyes do change a little...some people have no change 10 years later, while others experience a need for night time driving glasses. Find out more information to make an informed decision about the cost benefit ratio.
