By Carl J. Parker
 The first significant step before the Lasik surgery is to have a comprehensive eye examination, in order to be sure that you are a good candidate for the Lasik process. A map of your eye will be created during this exam. This map is utilized in purchase for that Lasik doctor to determine how to reshape your eye to provide you with the clearest post-operative vision possible.
This eye exam will do a number of things. Your eyes will probably be dilated in order to see if there are any irregularities within the eye itself. The thickness of the cornea will probably be measured, and a precise map of the cornea will probably be generated. The "refractive error" (or the reason why your vision isn't currently perfect) will probably be accurately analyzed in order for the Lasik process to get the best results feasible. Finally, how your eyes generate tears will probably be closely looked at, as good tear production is important for the health of every eye.
Before or following these measurements, the Lasik doctor will discuss your past medical |
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By Ben Needles
 It still seems that even though laser eye surgery is becoming more of a common thing, there are a lot of misconceptions about the entire procedure and its risk factors. Some people seem to think that there is absolutely nothing at all to worry about and that there is never a need for concern about the surgery. Other people tend to think the worst and are too fearful of the surgery to even begin researching it to see if it is right for them. The fact is though, that yes, there is a risk of laser eye surgery not ending up perfect and having side effects.
As with any sort of surgery in life, no matter how modest, there are risks involved so it is important to make sure that you really are educated in the subject matter
This is no reason though to not have the procedure done though because risks come with just about everything in life anymore.
The risk of laser eye surgery is there but it is not as unhealthful as most people tend to think. |
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