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Can I have both eyes done with LASIK at the same time?

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Yes. As long as you do not have a high amount of myopia, astigmatism or hyperopia it is safe to do both eyes one after the other. Dr. Kent has offered same day LASIK since 1997, the first New Zealand eye surgeon to do so.
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Can there be a problem with my eyes twenty years from now because I had LASIK?

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This is very unlikely. LASIK is a form of lamellar refractive surgery, and lamellar refractive surgery (myopic keratomileusis) has been performed since 1949. Patients who have undergone these related but less accurate and more invasive procedures fifty years ago have not developed any unusual problems.
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Yes. It is safe to do both eyes one after the other, especially with the greater safety offer by blade-free all-laser LASIK. Dr. Kent has offered same day both eye LASIK since September 1997, the first New Zealand eye surgeon to do so.
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Most patients choose to have both eyes done at the same time, as this is the most convenient option. Studies have shown equivalent safety between doing both eyes at the same time vs. individually.
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Are both eyes done at the same time during LASIK eye surgery?

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Since most of our LASIK eye surgery patients enjoy immediate benefits after the surgery, they elect to have both eyes done at the same time.
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Can LASIK be performed on both eyes at once?

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Most patients are opting to have LASIK performed on both eyes on the same day, although this is an individual choice. Advantages include convenience, decreased time lost from work, and easier visual recovery because there is no imbalance between the two eyes when they are both corrected. Disadvantages include safety concerns (for instance, in the rare event of infection, both eyes may be affected) and accuracy concerns (if an overcorrection occurs in one eye, it is likely to occur in the other).
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I have "dry eyes". Will this affect my LASIK surgery?

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Many patients seeking refractive surgery do so because they have dry eyes and are unable to wear contact lenses anymore. It is important that your dry eyes be treated. This usually involves the use of tear supplements and punctum plugs (tiny silicone plugs placed in the tear drainage openings of your eyelid) that delay the drainage of your own tears so your eyes will stay moist.
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I have dry eyes - can I still have LASIK done?

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LASIK temporarily makes eyes more dry as it causes a reduced sensation of the surface of the eyes (because the eyes can't adequately sense the dryness, there is reduced blinking and reduced tear production). Although there are ways to compensate for the dryness, some patients with severe dryness of the eye should not have LASIK done as the procedure can temporarily make dryness worse.
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Can I have both eyes done with LASIK eye surgery at the same time?

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You can have bilateral simultaneous LASIK eye surgery (both eyes done at the same time). In the vast majority of cases, bilateral LASIK eye surgery has been shown to be safe and effective. In fact, more than 95% of people choose to have both eyes done at the same time. If the surgery of your first eye is not perfect, your doctor will likely hold off on proceeding with the second eye.
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What is the relationship between LASIK and dry eyes?

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Note: The following information does not replace personal medical advice from your doctor. Please read our disclaimer. Every LASIK patient has a temporary dry eye, which is effectively treated by regular application of artificial tears. Most studies indicate this is from the temporary disturbance of the corneal nerves during the creation of the protective flap. Normal corneal sensation and tearing returns in 8-12 weeks except in rare cases, which may take longer.
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Can both eyes be done at the same time?

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Because the advanced technology associated with laser vision correction, both eyes are usually done at the same time.
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You need to discuss the decision to do both eyes at the same time or the treatment for the two eyes separated by days or weeks with Dr. Jovkar.
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Do you do both eyes at the same time?

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We typically do both eyes at the same time with LASIK, although that decision should be made between you and the doctor. Since vision comes in so quickly and the post-operative sensation is minimal, doing both eyes at the same time makes sense to most of our patients.
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Will both of my eyes be operated on at the same time?

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Not usually. It is best to do one eye at a time, so that you always have the use of one of your eyes while the other one heals. The second eye can be operated on later.
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Laser Vision Correction - Frequently Asked LASIK Questions
Because of the advanced technology associated with Laser Vision Correction, both eyes are most often treated at the same time. It is possible that the second eye may be done anywhere from one day to a few days to months after the first eye. This can be discussed with your eye doctor.
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Will LASIK cause my eyes to become dry?

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Your eyes may become a little dry immediately following surgery. This should go away within a couple of days. But in some cases symptoms of dryness may last longer. Home | LASIK | IOL Implants | Cataract Surgery | Optical Showroom | Routine Eyecare | Staff | Contact Us
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Can I have LASIK if I have dry eyes?

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Yes. Dr. Gollance has treated many patients with pre-existing dry eyes. The important issue is to aggressively manage the dry eye condition prior to the surgery. This is because LASIK will temporarily make your eyes drier than usual post-operatively, and it is more difficult to deal with this situation if it has not been addressed prior to surgery. With these precautions, even patients with severe dry eyes can usually be treated.
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Yes. Dr. Dell has treated many patients with pre-existing dry eyes. The important issue is to aggressively manage the dry eye condition prior to the surgery. This is because LASIK or ASA will temporarily make your eyes drier than usual post-operatively, and it is more difficult to deal with this situation if it has not been addressed prior to surgery. With these precautions, even patients with severe dry eyes can usually be treated.
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WILL MY EYES LOOK DIFFERENT AFTER LASIK?

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The FDA, while it regulates the safety and effectiveness of lasers used in laser eye procedures, does not regulate the marketing of or any fees associated with LASIK, or any other laser eye procedure. It is not uncommon to see a great variation in pricing from one laser eye practice to another. Pricing variations also occur geographically from one part of the country to another, and from one type of laser eye procedure to another.
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Can I rub my eyes after LASIK surgery?

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Eye surgeons normally recommend that you avoid rubbing the eyes after LASIK surgery for the first three weeks. This is to prevent abnormal folds from developing in a corneal flap which may occur after vigorous rubbing.
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Will my eyes become drier after LASIK?

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Having dry eyes is a common temporary side effect of LASIK. The symptoms usually resolve within a month after the procedure, and are treated with topical lubrication. For patients who already have dry eyes prior to the procedure, their postoperative regimen may require more frequent lubrication for a more extended period of time.
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If both eyes are being treated can they be done at the same time?

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Technically yes. However, most surgeons would prefer to see how the first eye goes before doing the second, but both at the same time is not unreasonable. It could make things a bit more difficult especially if a ring segment is hard to remove, but the graft is normally larger in diameter than the Intacs or Ferrara ring segments and due to this can be removed smoothly.
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Are both eyes corrected at the same time?

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Dr. Millsap prefers to have one eye corrected at a time, usually a week apart, but you may have them operated on a day or two apart or simultaneously. If you have surgery a week apart you may wear a contact lens in the unoperated eye in the interim.
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Because of the advanced technology associated with laser vision correction, both eyes are most often treated at the same time.
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IntraLASIK Charlotte FAQ
Usually yes with IntraLASIK. There are some exceptions and Dr. Mozayeni will recommend what is in your best interest, during your customized evaluation.
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