LASIK FAQ
Q. Are laser vision correction procedures covered by insurance?
A. Although few policies cover Laser Vision Correction, there are options available to you in the financing information button of our website.
Q. Is there any pain involved with LASIK?
A. Patients tell us they feel only slight discomfort, not pain during the procedure. After the procedure, most people report a slightly irritated eye for a few hours, like if you rubbed an eyelash in your eye. But pain is subjective, and when you learn more about the procedure you will form your own opinion of what to expect.
Q. Are there any side effects with Laser Vision Correction?
A. As with any type of surgery, side effects and complications can occur. All potential side effects and complications will be discussed further at the time of the Laser Vision Correction consultation.
Q. Why not go to a discount Laser Vision Correction center?
A. With laser vision correction, safety, outcomes, and patient satisfaction should be the deciding factor behind the center you choose, not the cost.
Q. Is Laser Vision Correction for everyone?
A. Laser Vision Correction is not necessarily for everyone. The best way to determine your candidacy is with a proper screening and thorough evaluation.
Q. I am very busy at work. What type of time commitment is needed to have LASIK?
A. This is a state –of –the-art procedure, which requires minimal time for the patient to be off work. The actual procedure lasts under 10 minutes per eye. At Anderson & Shapiro Eye Care, we generally perform LASIK procedures on Thursdays in an effort to assist our patient’s miss minimal work time. You can expect to be in the surgery center for approximately 2 hours total on the day of surgery. You will need to be seen in the clinic the next day (Friday) for a one day post-operative appointment which takes about 20 minutes. While most people can return to work Friday, the day following surgery, we encourage patient’s to take the weekend to rest the eyes.
Q. What is different about Anderson & Shapiro?
A. At A & S, you will see your surgeon from the initial important screening examination to determine if you are a good candidate. Your surgeon will perform your LASIK procedure. Each surgeon has done thousands of LASIK procedures. Your surgeon will also see you for all of your post-operative follow-up examinations. We do not delegate any aspect of your care to anyone other than your surgeon. We use the most state of the art technology both for flap creation and treatment.
