Lasik

[Gunner46]

Is it worth it?

I'm far sighted, so driving and such is a piece of cake, but right in front of my is a blur.

 

[Kaitum]

Had it in 2009. Only regret is not doing it sooner. Went from 20/200 to 20/10 immediately afterwards, then to 20/20 a short time after my eyes adjusted. Took a long time getting over not having the protective cover of eye glasses anymore. Found myself constantly wanting to wear sun glasses after the surgery, at least while outside. A mental block of being protective of my eyes I guess.

 

[Gunner46]

I'm quit a bit light sensitive and mostly active at night, due to my job. Do you think it will increase that sensitivity ?

 

[Kaitum]

I guess you'd have to consult the doctor on that one. It's possible. They told me it's a potential side effect for some people. I didn't notice any change. My wife said her night time driving vision was slightly effected but she had an older type of procedure (the blade method).

 

[MJE2083]

I've heard some people say that it's great. My cousin had it done but they screwed up on one of his eyes so he had 1 good eye and 1 that was a total blur. He had to wait a significant amount of time before they could correct the problem.

 

[NoWiser]

I love mine. Had it before my last semester of college 10 years ago and it did affect my night vision pretty significantly for awhile. I remember it being hard to walk home from the bars at night. There were halos around every street and headlight. I've loved it ever since and am just noticing my vision getting a bit worse. I may go and see about getting it touched up at some point. Best money I ever spent in my life.

 

[teamhoyt]

I've heard some people say that it's great. My cousin had it done but they screwed up on one of his eyes so he had 1 good eye and 1 that was a total blur. He had to wait a significant amount of time before they could correct the problem.

This is why I've never been interested in it. I Can wake up everyday for the rest of my life and put glasses on to see, I don't want to risk being the one in a million

 

[beginnerhunter]

Is it worth it?

I'm far sighted, so driving and such is a piece of cake, but right in front of my is a blur.

If you're over 40 and having trouble reading you are probably presbyopic and Lasik wouldn't do much to help you there. If it were me I would just wear reading glasses when needed until I had to go to bifocals. But see a doc somewhere and they can tell you all about it.

 

[1_pointer]

If you're over 40 and having trouble reading you are probably presbyopic and Lasik wouldn't do much to help you there. If it were me I would just wear reading glasses when needed until I had to go to bifocals. But see a doc somewhere and they can tell you all about it.

Please consider what he wrote! It was explained to me by my surgeon that I would in all liklihood have to go to readers sometime in the future. As we age our cornea's lose flexibility and thus we have to choose to be able to focus near or far.

That said, getting the surgery done was the best money I've ever spent!

 

[noharleyyet]

getting the surgery done was the best money I've ever spent!

Same here...

 

[Kaitum]

Please consider what he wrote! It was explained to me by my surgeon that I would in all liklihood have to go to readers sometime in the future. As we age our cornea's lose flexibility and thus we have to choose to be able to focus near or far.

That said, getting the surgery done was the best money I've ever spent!

Yep, my doctor made that clear as well. LASIK won't prevent needing bifocals at a later age.

 

[hank4elk]

Please consider what he wrote! It was explained to me by my surgeon that I would in all liklihood have to go to readers sometime in the future. As we age our cornea's lose flexibility and thus we have to choose to be able to focus near or far.

That said, getting the surgery done was the best money I've ever spent!

I got this advice 25 yrs ago. Always have had 20/20 then could not see 1/64th's on a scale in the shop.Then it was basic arm stretch til I got readers. Only use 175's & 200 for fine work now.But only for reading & such.Can still see excellent for all else.
I buy good readers in bulk as they have found those socks that are on my milk jug...

 

[sbhooper]

Get evaluated by a doctor that is not just out for the money. I went to a specialist and she was very good. She did a total exam and basically told me that it was not a good idea for me.

 

[Jamen]

Ive never had problem seeing. Last time I got mine checked was 20 years ago I should maybe get them tested but I see fine. anyway I know a few people who have gotten it and loved it. However my mother got hers done and the doctor screwed up on it badly in one eye. She had a handful of surgeries there after to correct it. it is better now but not sure to what effect. I would go see a specialist and get their opinion. Personally I would spend the most I could afford on a reputable doctor who does it.

 

[406LIFE]

My old man is 70. I have never seen him without glasses, but after the surgery he doesn't wear any. He's excited to get to glassing and shooting without having to compensate for the eyeglasses.

He doesn't know why he waited.

 

[birdman27]

Just had it done three weeks ago and wouldnt go back to corrective lenses if you held me at gun point!

 

[Gut Shot]

Had it done almost 13 years ago. I'd do it again in a heartbeat.

 

[tjones]

My advice is medical, marital, and investment advice is probably not best suited to come from an internet forum.

 

[bobbydean]

Far sighted, go with reading glasses. Lasix really helps the near sighted and you use reading glasses for close work.! Ask your eye doctor.

 

[Festus]

Please consider what he wrote! It was explained to me by my surgeon that I would in all liklihood have to go to readers sometime in the future. As we age our cornea's lose flexibility and thus we have to choose to be able to focus near or far.

That said, getting the surgery done was the best money I've ever spent!

Got mine done 2001 or 2002 and it was life changing! I'm fighting the reality that I now need reading glasses at age (almost) 47. I did experience halos at night for a year or so after.