I have -1.25 eyesight. Can I suitable for laser surgery?

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Gregory H. Scimeca, MD · Answer

Your prescription alone is not the only factor that will determine if you are a candidate for laser vision correction. Extensive testing, including corneal mapping and examination by your doctor will be necessary. Also, if you are over 40 and take your glasses off the read, you may require reading glasses after laser vision correction. Good luck.

David Malitz, MD · Answer

Only your doctor can determine if you are a candidate for any vision correction procedure, but certainly by your prescription, you would appear to be an ideal candidate for vision correction.   There are multiple procedures for vision correction especially for myopia (nearsightedness).  LASIK is the most popular but RK (generally abandoned for better procedures), Intacs (again, largely abandoned for myopia but still used for Keratoconus by some doctors), PRK, LASIK , implantable contact lenses and a clear lens exchange are options.   For low myopia in younger people, I prefer PRK.  PRK, like LASIK, uses the Excimer laser to reshape the cornea.  Unlike LASIK there is no flap created, therefore there is no possibility of flap related complications such as a displaced flap or inflammation or infection associated with the flap.  Another feared complication of LASIK is ectasia or warpage of the cornea.  This condition is exceedingly rare with modern LASIK and even more rare with PRK.  The downside with PRK is slower healing and more discomfort.  With that said, LASIK is an excellent and safe procedure that results in excellent vision in virtually every patient we have treated!  The patient satisfaction with both procedures nearly 100%.  Naturally, as with every medical procedure, there are risks.  Be sure that you are comfortable with the risks in order to make an informed decision.  Most people are unaware that even contact lenses have risks and lead to infections and loss of vision.  Many doctors suggest and I agree that LASIK is actually safer than long term contact lens wear.
The majority of patients in my hands with your prescription see 20/20 or better with either PRK or LASIK!  Pick an experienced doctor or be willing to travel to find one and you are likely to be exceedingly happy with your life changing procedure!

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