LASIK

Gone are the days of relying solely on eyeglasses and contact lenses to see clearly. KAMRA inlays and LASIK are two common procedures for correcting vision, but each has unique benefits that may help you make an informed decision about which procedure is right for you.

How Does Vision Correction Work?

Wearing contact lenses and eyeglasses improves your vision by providing a lens that accounts for any blurred area of vision. Modern vision correction techniques work in much the same way. LASIK and KAMRA involve changes to your cornea that are proven to give patients better vision.

What is LASIK?

LASIK, or laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis, is a procedure that uses laser technology to remove portions of the cornea. Re-shaping the cornea improves vision at all distances, and patients no longer need eyeglasses or contact lenses to see clearly.

What are KAMRA Inlays?

KAMRA inlays were specifically designed for men and women who only rely on reading glasses for near vision. An implant is placed on the cornea to improve vision while reading and performing other close-up tasks.

Why Should I Choose One Procedure Over the Other?

The primary difference between LASIK and KAMRA inlays is the amount of vision correction that is achieved. LASIK does not help with close-up vision problems because the blurriness is not caused by the cornea shape. Some patients prefer KAMRA inlays to eliminate the need for reading glasses, even if they continue to use eyeglasses and contact lenses for seeing at other distances. LASIK makes permanent changes to the cornea, whereas KAMRA inlays are synthetic implants that are inserted into the cornea. LASIK is typically performed on both eyes, and the KAMRA inlay is inserted into only one eye. Your eye care professional helps you choose the best option for your vision needs.

Learn More About KAMRA Inlays and LASIK. Contact The Eye Associates.

To learn more about KAMRA inlays, LASIK, dry eye treatments, pediatric eye care and our other services, contact The Eye Associates to schedule an appointment. You can contact our office in Meridian, Idaho, directly at (208) 342-5151 and our office in Caldwell, Idaho at (208) 459-0717.

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LASIK eye surgery is an extremely popular treatment used to correct vision in people who are nearsighted, farsighted, or have astigmatism. It essentially reshaped the surface of your eye and alters the way light rays come through your eye. LASIK is an effective way to reduce your dependence on prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses. If you’re wondering if LASIK surgery is right for you, take a look at some of the most frequently asked questions about this procedure.

Am I a good candidate for LASIK surgery?

To be eligible for LASIK surgery, you must be at least 18 years old with healthy eyes. It’s also important that you are not pregnant or nursing, and that you have had a stable eye prescription for at least a year. You are not a good candidate for LASIK if you have eye disease, eye viruses or irregular corneas.

How safe is LASIK surgery?

Complications from LASIK surgery are extremely rare. Side effects like temporary vision disturbances or dry eyes are fairly common but typically go away within a few weeks or months. Less than 1 percent of LASIK patients report complications that threaten their vision.

Is LASIK painful?

You will be given anesthetic drops to completely numb your eye before the procedure is done. It’s not uncommon to feel some mild pressure around the eye during treatment. After LASIK surgery is completed, you’ll receive a prescription for eye drops to help with any discomfort over the next few days.

How much downtime is required?

Patients recover from LASIK surgery fairly quickly, and most patients can see clearly within a couple of days following treatment. Your vision may also continue to improve over the following months.

Are the results from LASIK surgery permanent?

Most LASIK surgery patients report the long-lasting improvement to their vision. But the lens of your eye is subject to change as you age, which means it’s possible to need reading or prescription eyeglasses as you get older.

Are you ready to improve your vision with LASIK eye surgery?

Contact our office or call 208.342.5151 in Meridian or 208.459.0717 in Caldwell to see if you’re a candidate. We look forward to hearing from you!

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