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What happens if you are not a good candidate for LASIK?
Patients with autoimmune diseases are not good LASIK candidates. Many autoimmune conditions cause dry eye syndrome. A dry eye may not heal well and has a higher risk of post-LASIK infection. Other conditions such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, glaucoma or cataracts often affect LASIK results.
Who is not a candidate for laser cataract surgery?
Patients with autoimmune diseases are not good candidates for laser eye surgery. Many autoimmune conditions cause dry eye syndrome. A dry eye may not heal well and has a higher risk of post-surgery infection. Other conditions such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, glaucoma or cataracts often affect results.
Can you be too young for laser eye surgery?
It is possible to have laser eye surgery if you’re under the age of 21 but you would need to have had the same prescription for two years. While you may have read about cases where younger people have had treatment, at Optegra, the youngest age we will consider for surgery is 18.
How can I not qualify for LASIK?
The 5 Most Likely Reasons Someone Won’t Qualify For LASIK
- Unstable Vision. To get LASIK, your vision must remain unchanged for at least a year.
- Unresolved Vision Problems. Our eyes may encounter more problems than simple refractive errors.
- Health Concerns.
- Corneal Thickness.
- Unrealistic Expectations.
Who is not eligible for cataract surgery?
For example, if you have advanced macular degeneration or a detached retina as well as cataracts, it’s possible that removing the cataract and replacing it with a clear intraocular lens (IOL) might not improve your eyesight. In such cases, cataract surgery may not be recommended.
How bad can your eyes be to get LASIK?
The average refractive prescription that qualifies for laser eye surgery is: Nearsighted ness up to -8.0 diopters. Astigmatism up to -3.0 diopters. Nearsightedness with astigmatism up to -9.0 diopters.
What is the cost of intraocular lens implant?
In general the cost of a lens implant is $1,500 to $3,000 per eye. Most insurance providers cover the cost of a lens implant when it is required to replace the natural lens that is removed during cataract eye surgery.
Can a 20 year old get laser eye surgery?
Defined Age Criteria for LASIK Eye Surgery The US FDA has approved the use of LASIK for those over 18 years. Many doctors may ask you to wait for an additional couple of years, to ensure that your refraction is stable. It is because a person’s prescription does not usually change after eighteen years of age.
Can a 20 year old get LASIK?
In general, the average age range for getting LASIK is between 20 and 40 years of age. The FDA has approved LASIK eye surgery for those 18 years and older, but most providers will encourage patients to wait until their mid-20s after their prescription has stabilized.