While LASIK surgery can be a highly effective way to correct vision problems such are nearsightedness and farsightedness, it’s not right for everyone. People must meet specific criteria to qualify for LASIK surgery. At Bandera Eye Care in Bandera, Dr. Goldstein can help you determine if LASIK is right for you.
What Are the Criteria for LASIK Surgery?
Your eyes continue to grow and develop as you age, which is why you will need to be at least 18 years old to undergo LASIK. In addition to being the right age, you will need to be in good health. Certain health conditions and medications could affect the outcome of the surgery, making you a bad fit for LASIK.
Not only should you be in good physical health, but your eyes should be healthy as well. Glaucoma, eye infections, and even dry eye could be disqualifying. Your vision should also be stable. If your prescription has changed over the last few years, you may not get lasting results from LASIK.
Lastly, pregnant women are not eligible for LASIK surgery. The hormones that the body produces during pregnancy can temporarily or permanently affect your vision. If you’re pregnant and interested in LASIK, your optometrist can tell you when you would potentially qualify for the surgery.
What Kind of Care Will I Need After My Surgery?
While we don’t provide laser eye surgery, we offer many eye care services and can monitor your eye health following your surgery. We will schedule follow-up appointments for you in the days and months after your appointment. Once a full year has passed, we will perform a full eye exam to evaluate the results of the procedure.
Talk to Our Optometrist about Laser Eye Correction
If you’re interested in LASIK and would like to learn more, reach out to Bandera Eye Care in Bandera, TX. Dr. Goldstein offers a wide range of eye care services and can help you determine if you’re a good candidate for laser eye surgery. Call our team today at (830) 850-0628 or reach us through our website by using our online contact form.