Can I still have LASIK if there have been minor changes in my prescription?
August 11, 2014
Asked By:Vanessadoll in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Hello, I was wondering if I am a good candidate for Lasik - I thought my prescription was very stable (-2.5 in both eyes), however I've just found out that my left eye has actually deteriorated and is now at -3.0. Is my vision still considered 'stable', or should I hold off from having Lasik until there have been no further changes for at least 1 year? Thanks!
Answers (1)
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A corneal thickness of 370 disqualifies you for LASIK surgery. It would be useful to see an experienced Refractive surgeon to explore other options.
SMILE technology is not bad. It can't really be used on those with high astigmatism and it may take a few months to see full results. I perform CATz because CATz is the best form of Lasik available and provides next day results. I am the only surgeon regularly performing this surgery...
With your level of myopia and cornea thickness, LASIK is not an option, as there is not enough room to create a LASIK flap and the treat your cornea with laser. Therefore, your two options would be a phakic IOL or surface laser. The Phakic IOL provides outstanding quality of vision,...
