Who is a Good Candidate for LASIK?

Eye and Prescription Requirements for LASIK

Everyone considering LASIK struggles to see clearly, but LASIK isn’t the right surgical procedure for everyone. Very strong prescriptions could indicate that a different technique is the right choice for you.

–LASIK Eligibility Requirements–
LASIK is typically recommended for people with measurements up to
the following:

∙6 diopters of hyperopia (farsightedness)
∙6 diopters of astigmatism (irregular corneal shape)
∙12 diopters of myopia (nearsightedness)

You must have what experts call a stable prescription that hasn’t changed. Instability is more common in these people:

∙In their 20s or younger
∙With diabetes
∙Who are pregnant or breastfeeding
Taking medications that change their vision

Your doctor can measure your vision and assess your medical records to ensure you meet these requirements.

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