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Lasik Laser Eye Surgery: Weighing the Advantages and Disadvantages

As with any other type of procedure, you should make sure that you are absolutely positive that you want to have Lasik laser eye surgery done before going through with it, and that means that you need to weigh all of the advantages and disadvantages, and consult with your physician as well before going through with the procedure.

What are the Advantages of Lasik Laser Eye Surgery?

There are many advantages that can be gained from having the Lasik laser eye surgery done, for example many patients who are considering refractive surgery done are interested in comparing the advantages of Lasik laser eye surgery over the other available types of eye surgery, due to the incredible benefits that are thought of as coming from the Lasik laser eye surgery.

As well, with this surgery there is a much faster recovery time, and there will also be a smoother corneal surface and better optical quality even furthermore. There is also a reduced risk of infection with this procedure when compared to that of others, and this is because there is less need for potentially hazardous prophylactic steroids to be used, and in addition, this procedure has a much greater range of vision correction.

The Risks and Complications

The risks and complications of this procedure would basically be considered as being the disadvantages, and in regards to this, as with any surgery, there are certain risks and complications that are present that must be taken fully into consideration.

For instance, there are certain flap complications that could occur, which would include such things as: irregular or incomplete flaps, flaps that are too small or too thin, buttonholes which are small holes or tears in the center of the flap, or free caps which are flaps without a hinge – these are just some examples, as there are more possibilities.

However it should be known that in most cases, flap complications will pose no threat and truly cause no permanent damage or decrease in that of that patient’s visual activity. Furthermore, if and when a flap complication does occur, the surgeon will then typically halt the procedure in order to reposition the flap properly.

Overall, if you have weighed all of the advantages and the disadvantages, and still want to go forward, then that decision is obviously up to you; Lasik is an elective procedure, meaning that it is not medically necessary to have done.

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The Cost of Laser Eye Surgery

When considering laser eye surgery, there are a number of factors that should be taken into account. Some of those factors include what laser eye surgical clinic to choose. Choice of the clinic should be made based on your comfort level with various questions that are asked. Some of those questions can include their number of years in business, their success rate, the qualifications of the attending staff, etc.

Another important consideration when considering laser eye surgery is the cost. It is important to note a number of elements that can be associated with the cost of laser eye surgery. Some of these elements include the difference of the surgery from area to area, the full terms of having the laser eye surgery accomplished and the costs covered by any insurance.

Insurance Coverage
 
It is important to note that many insurance plans that cover vision care do not include laser eye surgery as part of their coverage. The insurance companies’ rationale is that this type of surgery is considered to be cosmetic in nature.

However, there are financing options available that are offered through lenders. Also, another dollar saving option is the possibility that your laser eye surgery may qualify as a tax deduction.

Variation of Cost

It is important to note that the cost of laser eye surgery is not standardized. Therefore, the expense of having this surgery will vary from clinic to clinic and region to region. This variation of prices is due to a number of factors. Those factors include the use of upgraded technology in some surgical centers versus those clinics that have not upgraded their equipment.

An example of newer technology would be the use of wavefront. This particular technology is used to evaluate the refraction of the eye more precisely. The results allow the attending surgeon to further refine the surgical procedure. Other factors that add to the cost variation of laser eye surgery can include varying degrees of testing prior to the surgery being conducted, the cost of supplies, the overhead costs of the clinic, marketing fees, etc.

Full Disclosure

When considering laser eye surgery it is important that you understand the full financial terms of having this procedure conducted. Often, the price that is quoted, to have the procedure accomplished, is priced per eye. Also, in the advertisement or contract, it is important to read the fine print. In the fine print are qualifying statements that may indicate that the cost is based upon on the accomplishment of an average procedure. Embedded within the fine print may be the wording that cases involving a greater degree of correction may reflect additional costs.

Also, the full terms should reveal additional fees for any prescriptions that are required, use of any special eyeglasses or lenses following the surgery or follow-up visits. No one likes surprises therefore it is beneficial to have full financial disclosure prior to your laser eye surgery.

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