Tuesday, February 13, 2018

With Lasik Eye Surgery Brooklyn NY Residents Can Throw Their Glasses Away

By Daniel Rogers


For most people sight is the most precious sense that they have. The loss of any other sense will be sad, but it will not render one completely dependent upon others. People that cannot see or that see often very poorly lead poor quality lives because they cannot cope alone from one day to the next. The also lose the ability to enjoy the many wonders of the world of colour and form. Thankfully, with Lasik eye surgery Brooklyn NY patients can often enjoy perfect sight once more.

Laser treatment has changed the lives of millions of people. In fact, by 1998 more than 28 million patients have undergone this procedure. During the procedure, a laser is used to shape the cornea in order to make sure that the light entering the eye focus properly on the retina in the back of the eye. Sadly, this treatment is only beneficial to those that can see either far or near and those with astigmatism.

The popularity of this procedure is partly due to the incredibly high success rate. The vast majority of patients are utterly delighted with the results. They find that they see better than ever before. They no longer need to wear glasses and they will not even need follow up treatment after the procedure was performed. Even better, the procedure is completed quickly with nothing but a local anaesthetic and patients recover within a day or two.

As is the case with all surgical procedures, laser treatment is expensive but medical insurance will cover the cost. Those without medical insurance can try to negotiate some form of payback plan. The ability to see perfectly is certainly worth every effort to save or raise the necessary money. Laser treatment also save money in the long term because repeated visits to the optometrist and new glasses will not be necessary.

Over the years, precious few cases resulted in complications. However, all surgical procedures hold a risk of complications developing. Infection is almost unheard of. In the case of laser treatment, some patients complain of very dry eyes, but this is easily treated with drops. Others say that they experience start bursts or tunnel vision, but these side effects almost always disappear after a day or two.

After receiving the laser treatment, patients have to complete a course of antibiotics and they need to take a few basic precautions. They must refrain from rubbing their eyes and should wear patches when they sleep to help prevent them from touching their eyes accidentally. Patients must also avoid sun light or they must wear sunglasses when they go outside.

It is important to choose a surgeon that is experienced in performing laser treatment and uses the latest equipment. Any reputable surgeon will first assess potential patients thoroughly in order too determine whether they will benefit from the treatment. Any surgeon that agree to perform the procedure without a prior examination should be suspected.

Sight is indeed one of the most important senses. Laser treatment has helped millions of people to see properly once more, often for the first time in many years. Perhaps, in the future, treatment techniques that can also help other patients will be freely available.




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