Are you tired of resorting to prescription eyeglasses or contacts to give you clearer vision? Consider the alternative of LASIK surgery. LASIK eye surgery corrects refractive errors in your vision to give you sharper, clearer sight. At SoCal Optometry, serving Riverside, Corona, and Eastville, we can evaluate your eye health and vision to see if LASIK is a good option for you. Here’s what you should know about LASIK surgery.

Who Qualifies for LASIK Surgery? 

LASIK is a surgical procedure that makes use of laser technology to reshape the cornea of your eye to improve your sight. There are certain requirements, however, to qualify for this treatment. You must be at least 18 years old and have stable vision. This means little or no change in your prescription for the year prior to scheduling your procedure. You must also be free of eye conditions and diseases.

You must be in good health, which means free of disorders or diseases that require medication that can impact your healing after surgery. Pregnant and nursing mothers don’t make good LASIK candidates as hormonal changes in their bodies can cause fluctuations in their vision. It’s best to wait 2-3 months after giving birth or stop nursing to schedule this procedure.

What to Expect from LASIK Treatment

LASIK surgery corrects problems with myopia, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Your optometrist will examine your eyes for refractive errors, assess your eye health and review your medical history to see if you’re a good candidate for this treatment. If so, we can recommend a surgeon to perform your treatment. LASIK can dramatically improve your vision to reduce your dependence on glasses or contacts for optimal sight. The surgery is quick and painless and provides permanent results in improving your sight.

Learn More about LASIK at SoCal Optometry in Riverside, CA

At SoCal Optometry, Dr. Mirone offers pre and post-op care for LASIK surgery. To learn more about this procedure, call our team today at (951) 687-7100 or reach us through our website by using our online contact form.