LASIK Alton, TX

LASIK can be a powerful corrective tool for adults in good health with vision problems, but it’s not right for everyone. There are a few requirements that you should keep in mind when considering LASIK:

• To qualify, you will need to be above the age of 18
• Patients over the age of 40 may need to consider other vision correction options depending on their eye health.
• Your prescription will need to remain stable for at least a year before you can undergo LASIK treatment.
• LASIK is specifically meant for patients with myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism, not other vision issues.
• LASIK may be wrong for patients with certain eye conditions, such as keratoconus, cataracts, glaucoma, severe dry eyes, or unmanaged autoimmune or connective tissue conditions.

For most patients, LASIK is a safe and effective option for vision correction, offering powerful results. LASIK provides permanent vision correction with a quick recovery time. To get an idea of how effective the surgery is, we can consider patient satisfaction with their results: more than 96% of LASIK patients were happy with their procedure, with mild-to-moderate refractive errors being corrected to a level of 20/40 or better for around 98% of patients. While not every patient will be able to achieve perfect vision through LASIK, we can work with you to find the right treatment to achieve your optimal vision results.

Most insurance plans do not cover the cost of LASIK because it is considered an elective treatment rather than medically necessary. While some offices may offer lower prices by excluding certain post-operative care, it’s essential to choose a provider that includes comprehensive evaluations and follow-up care in your pricing. In Texas, LASIK surgery typically costs between $1,000 and several thousand dollars, depending on your specific vision conditions. Here at Gelman Vision, we’re proud to offer financing options like CareCredit to make LASIK treatment more accessible.

The results you can achieve from your LASIK procedure will depend heavily on the skills of your LASIK surgeon. You should choose a provider who is a board-certified ophthalmologist with extensive experience conducting LASIK procedures. Your surgeon should use advanced LASIK technology for precision treatments, with a dedication to optimal results. 

Here at Gelman Vision, our board-certified ophthalmologist, Dr. Rachel Gelman, has performed countless successful vision correction procedures, offering comprehensive care and life-changing results. You can count on our vision care team to be your trusted partners in eye health.

In most cases, LASIK patients experience no severe symptoms in association with treatment. The most common minor symptoms related to LASIK include dry eye syndrome and temporary blurry vision, stinging, irritation, and scratchiness for a few hours post-surgery. You may experience temporary issues with bright lights at night.