LASIK surgery :An IntroductionThe Word LASIK is an abbreviation which means Laser Assisted in situ Keratomileusis.This is an advance type of eye surgery performed in advance institutes of the world. This type of surgery is performed by expert doctors with an intention of curing Myopia ,Hypermetropia,and Astigmatism.This surgery is the most suitable and most world wide accepted alternative to Photorefractive Keratectomy(A surgery technique used prior to the advent of LASIK).Although invented in the sixties this advance technique remained hidden for several decades due to improper publicity and advertisement.The method gained advancement in the last two decades.Lasik surgery is indeed the need of the hour as it is less painful and as compared to the earlier techniques used in the field of performing eye operations.This technique is indeed a blessing as it is devoid of irksome procedural lapses and is also less time consuming.Lasik treatment is well known for providing a new shape to the eye of the patient .It also prevents the patient from using glasses.This method uses laser as an advance innovation to cure sight disorders.The cornea of the eye is reshaped and the patient does not require much bed rest.Lasik surgery is also called refractive surgery as it operates on the principle of refraction in the eye.It is very comfortable and easy method to cure strict eye disorders.But before proceeding towards a Lasik Operation you should prepare yourself regarding the following points.The first thing you need to find out is the place where you plan to get operated from.You can visit www.eyecaresource.com to find yourself an appropriate place. This site will assist you in planning by giving you a clearer picture of the places which perform this type of surgery.Secondly you can make an enquiry from the people regarding the reputation of the team performing the Lasik operations. Although the surgery is always performed by specialists,but it is thoroughly advisable to trust a leading or award winning specialist.The very next thing you might be worried about is the cost of the operation.Usually the doctors charge per eye and the rate is $1000 onwards.But there has been a recent hike in the rates of the Lasik operations and they have neared $2000 mark by 2007 AD.Some exceptional institutes perform this operation at a low rate but to be on the safe side you should make a thorough enquiry about the reputation of the doctor from the patients who already had this type of surgery, as eye is a sensitive and important part of the body.To find the best clinic you have to enquire the reputation of the doctor,his qualifications,the machinery and surroundings,cost he charges per eye.The next thing you should know is that whether you can have Lasik surgery or not? For a Lasik operation you should be an adult,you should be non diabetic,non pregnant and lastly you should not use any other medical treatment with Lasik. Lasik surgery requires a careful planning and thorough knowledge.Although it appears new there is nothing to be feared of in this world of scientific advancement.Doctoral suggestions are just at an arm’s length.
Published: January 29, 2007
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