When should we actually use laser surgery for curing myopia? I mean...age-limit.?

Heena

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laser surgery (also known as LASIK / Laser-Assisted in situ Keratomileusis) is a type of refractive laser eye surgery for correcting myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.

this surgery can be performed if the length of ur eyes is fixed, approximately around age 20
before that age, there's a little changes in ur eyes

before the surgery, ur corneas are examined with a pachymeter to determine their thickness, and with a topographer to measure their surface contour. Using low-power lasers, a topographer creates a topographic map of the cornea. This process also detects astigmatism and other irregularities in the shape of the cornea. Using this information, the surgeon then calculates the amount and locations of corneal tissue to be removed during the operation.

if u're only have a mild myopia, u will have normal vision after surgery
but if u have severe myopia, ur vision could be normal or not normal but increase acquity, depends on how thick ur cornea is

Lazy eye, corrective surgery, and how is it corrected? See details.?

With a Rus

I am currently 20, was told I couldn't have surgery to fix my left eye until I turned 21. Is there an age limit for corrective surgery for my lazy eye?

When I put on glasses or contacts, it looks normal, however when I take them off, the left eye crosses in. If I got lasik surgery, would that mean my eye would stay crossed in or would it go back to normal?

I am afraid to get the surgery because I have been picked on since I was younger, I would only get it if it meant my eye wouldn't cross in. Thanks for your help.

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ok, well i had surgery when i was 2 for my lazy eye. yes, it would fix it, but it would not be perfect. it will NEVER be perfect. it will fix it alot, it will make the lazy eye almost aligned with the other good eye. if you have a lazy eye because of a muscle problem [like i did] then i think they put more muscle in it to make it stonger and i think they align it too. i think mine is different though. yestrerday i got contacts and i think i only use one eye to focus. the glasses help so that you can't see it, but i can't use both eyes at the same time. idk y[, but i just cant, so when i put the contacts in, one eye was turned up and in. and i can't fix that. just keep on wearing contacts or glasses so that they won't cross. or get the surgery. btw, it dosen't last all your life. it starts to wear off after the years. yes, if you get the surgery, then they will cross, but very little. not that noticalbe. like for me, it goes up or sometimes it crosses, but that usually happens when i was on the computer or watching tv too long, or if i didn't get enough sleep. but other than that, it crosses or goes up, but only people who are like looking at your eye's 24/7 can tell, and it barely even moves. also, after the surgery, you are going to have to wear an eye patch for like 2 or 3 days. it isn't that bad..

good luck =D



here is how the surgery is preformed.

please, don't watch if you don't have a strong stomach lol


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6BautjfEFq0&feature=related


don't worry. it dosen't leave any scarring or anything.


here's a better vid of it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VWKic2-YA6Y

it explains better.

i hope i didn't scare you too much about getting it =(

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When should we actually use laser surgery for curing myopia? I mean...age-limit.?

Heena

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laser surgery (also known as LASIK / Laser-Assisted in situ Keratomileusis) is a type of refractive laser eye surgery for correcting myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.

this surgery can be performed if the length of ur eyes is fixed, approximately around age 20
before that age, there's a little changes in ur eyes

before the surgery, ur corneas are examined with a pachymeter to determine their thickness, and with a topographer to measure their surface contour. Using low-power lasers, a topographer creates a topographic map of the cornea. This process also detects astigmatism and other irregularities in the shape of the cornea. Using this information, the surgeon then calculates the amount and locations of corneal tissue to be removed during the operation.

if u're only have a mild myopia, u will have normal vision after surgery
but if u have severe myopia, ur vision could be normal or not normal but increase acquity, depends on how thick ur cornea is

Lazy eye, corrective surgery, and how is it corrected? See details.?

With a Rus

I am currently 20, was told I couldn't have surgery to fix my left eye until I turned 21. Is there an age limit for corrective surgery for my lazy eye?

When I put on glasses or contacts, it looks normal, however when I take them off, the left eye crosses in. If I got lasik surgery, would that mean my eye would stay crossed in or would it go back to normal?

I am afraid to get the surgery because I have been picked on since I was younger, I would only get it if it meant my eye wouldn't cross in. Thanks for your help.

Answer
ok, well i had surgery when i was 2 for my lazy eye. yes, it would fix it, but it would not be perfect. it will NEVER be perfect. it will fix it alot, it will make the lazy eye almost aligned with the other good eye. if you have a lazy eye because of a muscle problem [like i did] then i think they put more muscle in it to make it stonger and i think they align it too. i think mine is different though. yestrerday i got contacts and i think i only use one eye to focus. the glasses help so that you can't see it, but i can't use both eyes at the same time. idk y[, but i just cant, so when i put the contacts in, one eye was turned up and in. and i can't fix that. just keep on wearing contacts or glasses so that they won't cross. or get the surgery. btw, it dosen't last all your life. it starts to wear off after the years. yes, if you get the surgery, then they will cross, but very little. not that noticalbe. like for me, it goes up or sometimes it crosses, but that usually happens when i was on the computer or watching tv too long, or if i didn't get enough sleep. but other than that, it crosses or goes up, but only people who are like looking at your eye's 24/7 can tell, and it barely even moves. also, after the surgery, you are going to have to wear an eye patch for like 2 or 3 days. it isn't that bad..

good luck =D



here is how the surgery is preformed.

please, don't watch if you don't have a strong stomach lol


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6BautjfEFq0&feature=related


don't worry. it dosen't leave any scarring or anything.


here's a better vid of it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VWKic2-YA6Y

it explains better.

i hope i didn't scare you too much about getting it =(

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Is Laser eye surgery safe?

Luther Bli

Is it still a risk? What's Lasek? Thanks.

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Well I'm 22 and had all laser interlase lasik eye surgery about a month ago and love it. My vision is now 20/20 (I was classified as legally blind before the procedure). The first 24 hours were definitely uncomfortable (I slept most of it though, I'm quite the wuss when it comes to pain). I was told by my surgeon that due to my age there is a 30% chance that I will need what they call an enhancement procedure in 10 years. However my surgery came with 100% lifetime guarantee so if I do need an enhancement I won't need to pay again which is nice since the procedure did cost me $4000. Go to a free consolation and find out if you are a candidate (I actually went to a few places). I ended up going to Lasik Plus (http://www.lasikplus.com/), they have tons of locations. During the consolation you bascially go through a very in depth eye exam to check various things (one of the big ones is testing the thickness of your cornea (if they're not that thick it will limit which types of lasik surgery you may be able to get, if any). Generally they won't do surgery if your vision has not been stabilized for at least 1-2 years. Just remember there are risks but the recent FDA complainants are not new (or really a lot when you consider how many people have had it done), the press just focuses on them every once in a while. The key is to make sure you find a surgeon that you feel comfortable in that is willing to answer any questions you may have.

When should we actually use laser surgery for curing myopia? I mean...age-limit.?

Heena

Answer
laser surgery (also known as LASIK / Laser-Assisted in situ Keratomileusis) is a type of refractive laser eye surgery for correcting myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.

this surgery can be performed if the length of ur eyes is fixed, approximately around age 20
before that age, there's a little changes in ur eyes

before the surgery, ur corneas are examined with a pachymeter to determine their thickness, and with a topographer to measure their surface contour. Using low-power lasers, a topographer creates a topographic map of the cornea. This process also detects astigmatism and other irregularities in the shape of the cornea. Using this information, the surgeon then calculates the amount and locations of corneal tissue to be removed during the operation.

if u're only have a mild myopia, u will have normal vision after surgery
but if u have severe myopia, ur vision could be normal or not normal but increase acquity, depends on how thick ur cornea is

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Am I too old for Lasik surgery?

Q. I'm 42 and haven't been able to afford it until now. I've heard that I'll probably have to get a pair of reading glasses, even if my distance vision is perfect--that this just happens to most people as they get older. Are there any unique age-related factors that should be considered and that may be prohibitive? I've worn glasses since I was a little kid and I'm really sick of them.

A. I'm like you and not much younger (36) and just had PRK a week ago. I was sick of my glasses and contacts too!!

I honestly do not believe there are any true age factors, other than the fact that even those people with 20/20 vision their entire lives may end up in reading glasses...and knowing full well that I will probably end up in reading glasses in a few years was of minimal consideration to me when I was making my decision.

I would suggest researching the different procedures and also look up the monovision aspect of LASIK/PRK. This is where they correct one eye for distance and the other for near. In the literature my PRK surgeon gave me, he suggested considering this option if you are over the age of 40. His literature also stated that it can take some getting used to, but if someone is having too difficult of a time, he would be more than happy to correct the other eye to match, and then suggest reading glasses for up-close work.

Once you read into the procedures, start looking and really research the surgeon. Ask your optometrist for names of reputable laser correction surgeons in your area...that's how I got one of my names...the other two came from a corneal specialist I work for. Once you have settled on the surgeon, then go in for a consultation.

Every single one of us is different, and it is really hard to say...yes, LASIK/PRK is right for you...because there are other factors, such as corneal thicknesses, corneal surface, strength of your correction, pupil size, pre-existing eye conditions (ie glaucoma or cataracts)...all things you will find out during your initial, usually free, consultation. I suppose the glaucoma and cataracts COULD be an age limiting thing, since most people who develop either of these conditions are USUALLY a little older...but an otherwise healthy eye deemed a good candidate for the laser correction surgery...age has nada to do with it.

And honestly, given the other patients in the office where I had mine done waiting for their consults and procedures...I'd have to say that just about all of them were over 45!!

I do not believe age really has anything to do with it...they can correct for distance, and if keeping a pair of reading glasses in reach for computer or newspaper/book reading isn't really a concern to you, then go for the consultation. I'm a week out and not 20/20 yet, which is normal, but even if I do not correct any more than where I am right now...I sure as heck do not mind getting rid of the coke bottle bottoms (-8.25 right eye, -7.75 left eye) that I had last week!! A nice cute pair of reading glasses...or possibly for me driving glasses...is a very, very small price to pay for the best vision I've had without correction in my entire life.

Good luck to you! (BTW...42 is definitely NOT old)

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Am I too old for Lasik surgery?

Q. I'm 42 and haven't been able to afford it until now. I've heard that I'll probably have to get a pair of reading glasses, even if my distance vision is perfect--that this just happens to most people as they get older. Are there any unique age-related factors that should be considered and that may be prohibitive? I've worn glasses since I was a little kid and I'm really sick of them.

A. I'm like you and not much younger (36) and just had PRK a week ago. I was sick of my glasses and contacts too!!

I honestly do not believe there are any true age factors, other than the fact that even those people with 20/20 vision their entire lives may end up in reading glasses...and knowing full well that I will probably end up in reading glasses in a few years was of minimal consideration to me when I was making my decision.

I would suggest researching the different procedures and also look up the monovision aspect of LASIK/PRK. This is where they correct one eye for distance and the other for near. In the literature my PRK surgeon gave me, he suggested considering this option if you are over the age of 40. His literature also stated that it can take some getting used to, but if someone is having too difficult of a time, he would be more than happy to correct the other eye to match, and then suggest reading glasses for up-close work.

Once you read into the procedures, start looking and really research the surgeon. Ask your optometrist for names of reputable laser correction surgeons in your area...that's how I got one of my names...the other two came from a corneal specialist I work for. Once you have settled on the surgeon, then go in for a consultation.

Every single one of us is different, and it is really hard to say...yes, LASIK/PRK is right for you...because there are other factors, such as corneal thicknesses, corneal surface, strength of your correction, pupil size, pre-existing eye conditions (ie glaucoma or cataracts)...all things you will find out during your initial, usually free, consultation. I suppose the glaucoma and cataracts COULD be an age limiting thing, since most people who develop either of these conditions are USUALLY a little older...but an otherwise healthy eye deemed a good candidate for the laser correction surgery...age has nada to do with it.

And honestly, given the other patients in the office where I had mine done waiting for their consults and procedures...I'd have to say that just about all of them were over 45!!

I do not believe age really has anything to do with it...they can correct for distance, and if keeping a pair of reading glasses in reach for computer or newspaper/book reading isn't really a concern to you, then go for the consultation. I'm a week out and not 20/20 yet, which is normal, but even if I do not correct any more than where I am right now...I sure as heck do not mind getting rid of the coke bottle bottoms (-8.25 right eye, -7.75 left eye) that I had last week!! A nice cute pair of reading glasses...or possibly for me driving glasses...is a very, very small price to pay for the best vision I've had without correction in my entire life.

Good luck to you! (BTW...42 is definitely NOT old)

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What's the minimum age to get laser-eye surgery?

Q. please give a specific answer!!!

A. The age limit is different between country, in USA, UK and AUS it is 18 years old but you can get it performed at a younger age in some parts of eastern europe. Article here> http://www.healthadel.com/articles/2/1/LASIK-Eye-Surgery/Page1.html

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