Most people are eligible for laser eye surgery, such as LASIK, ASLA, and SMILE. However, there are certain cases where it may not be suitable. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have an autoimmune disorder, or have a family history of keratoconus, laser eye surgery may not be the best option for you. Additionally, if your prescription is outside the treatment range for LASIK or LASEK, you may need to opt for implantable contact lenses (ICL) or refractive lens exchange lenses (RLE).
For those with a prescription of +1, +1.5, or +2 for reading glasses, Monovision laser eye surgery may be an option. However, if your prescription fluctuates, you won't be considered a good candidate for laser eye surgery. People with dry eyes also have a higher risk of significant discomfort after surgery and a possible worsening of dry eye symptoms. It's important to note that even if you are eligible for laser eye surgery, there is still a chance that you'll need to wear reading glasses or corrective lenses for at least some activities.
Additionally, we do not recommend laser eye surgery for patients with hyperopia under 35 years of age due to age-related eye changes. With the advances in vision correction surgery, there are many options available to those who are not suitable candidates for LASIK. If you're considering laser eye surgery, it's important to consult with an experienced surgeon to determine which procedure is right for you. When it comes to laser eye surgery, it's important to understand that not everyone is a good candidate.
Certain medical conditions and prescriptions can make it difficult or even impossible to undergo the procedure. It's important to consult with an experienced surgeon to determine if laser eye surgery is right for you and which type of procedure is best suited to your needs. The most common types of laser eye surgery include LASIK, ASLA, SMILE and Monovision. Each type of procedure has its own set of eligibility criteria and potential risks and benefits.
Pregnant and breastfeeding women, those with autoimmune disorders and a family history of keratoconus should avoid laser eye surgery altogether. Additionally, those with prescriptions outside the treatment range for LASIK or LASEK may need to opt for ICL or RLE instead. People with dry eyes may experience significant discomfort after the procedure and a possible worsening of dry eye symptoms. Those with hyperopia under 35 years of age should also avoid laser eye surgery due to age-related changes in the eyes.
It's important to remember that even if you are eligible for laser eye surgery, there is still a chance that you'll need to wear reading glasses or corrective lenses for at least some activities. Therefore, it's essential to consult with an experienced surgeon before undergoing any type of vision correction procedure.
