I have a corneal scar due to contact lens on a superficial level. Is LASIK safe for me?

Your vision will fluctuate after LASIK.  Small fluctuations are not uncommon are generally due to healing processes and intermittent dryness.  If this is an acute large change in vision, I would return to my surgeon to have her take a look.  "This answer has been solicited without...

ILASIK and zLASIK are simply terms coined by various equipment manufacturers to “brand” their version of custom, blade-free LASIK. If you’re really asking, “what is the best brand of equipment to have for my LASIK?” the answer is all of the major excimer laser (Visx, Allegretto, Bausch & ...

The best option for moderate to extreme hyperopia is a clear lens exchange.  This is certainly the case in patients with cataracts or presbyopia.  It should be noted that this procedure is off label and only a through discussion of the risks and benefits with your surgeon can determine...

Being a surgeon requires excellent vision. Some types of surgeons require more excellent vision than others. Microsurgeons such as ophthalmologists, neurosurgeons and vascular surgeons need particularly sharp vision. Know that people who have 20/25 or even 20/30 see very well, and in my...

It sounds as if you encountered an epithelial slip after your LASIK enhancement. This can occur commonly in patients with loose epithelial adhesion to the cornea through a number of mechanisms but post commonly with corneal epithelial dystrophies. You epithelium will heal in and smooth and as it...

If you had Lasik a month ago and are still experiencing double vision (diplopia), I recommend you see your ophthalmologist to see if there is any residual astigmatism or any other causes responsible for the persistent double vision one month out from your surgery. If there is a residual...