LASIK surgery has been used by the public regularly since the mid-1990’s. Because it is surgery, there are natural risks associated with it, similar to any other medical procedure. However, as with all sophisticated medical technology, usage and research have refined it and made it safer. Complications from LASIK surgery are very rare, and when they do exist, they typically can be corrected with additional treatment.
It is very important that you find a reputable specialist. A qualified LASIK surgeon will do the proper analysis to determine if you are a good candidate for LASIK. If you are not a good candidate, alternative treatments or solutions will be recommended.
In the rare instances that complications or side-effects exist, the most common reports have been double vision, continuous dry eye, and glares or halos when looking at lights. Again, rare issues such as these can be easily corrected with follow-up treatment.
