Laser Eye Surgery Consultations in Lemon Grove

Laser in-situ keratomileusis (LASIK) is probably the most well-known and most commonly performed laser refractive surgery in the US. It’s used to correct vision problems like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism by reshaping your cornea and changing how your eye refracts light.

LASIK is usually completed in 30 minutes or less. Before the procedure, numbing drops are placed in your eyes to keep you comfortable, and you may be given medication to help you relax. A special instrument will also help keep your eyes open and prevent you from blinking during the procedure.

Your surgeon then uses a small cutting laser or blade to create a flap in your corneal epithelium. This flap is folded over to expose the corneal stroma. Using a programmed laser called an excimer laser, your corneal stroma is reshaped by removing tiny amounts of tissue.

The flap is then placed back over your freshly reshaped cornea and is left to heal on its own.

Your eyes may be watery or feel gritty after the procedure, and your vision will be blurry. Make sure you arrange for a ride home and take it easy for the rest of the day. Your vision will improve over the next few weeks as your eyes heal.

We’ll ask you to come to our clinic for a series of follow-up appointments so your optometrist can monitor your healing progress. Many side effects of LASIK are temporary but can be irritating. Our optometric team is here to ensure your vision improves, your eyes remain healthy and comfortable, and any errors or complications are treated.

Nearly 90% of LASIK patients achieve between 20/20 and 20/40 vision without glasses or contact lenses!