Vision Correction
Vision correction (also called refractive surgery) is designed to improve how light focuses inside your eye so images land more precisely on the retina.
Vision correction, also called refractive surgery, improves how light focuses inside your eye. This helps images land precisely on the retina. Based on your vision and prescription, your surgeon may recommend corneal reshaping with a laser. Other options include a lens implant or a prescription intraocular lens.
If you struggle with daily obstacles like foggy lenses, dry eyes, or lost frames, consider vision correction surgery. Exploring the right procedure starts with understanding your options.
At Barnet Dulaney Perkins, we offer modern vision correction options: LASIK, PRK, EVO ICL, and Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE). To help you decide, your care team can recommend the option that best matches your eyes, lifestyle, and goals.
Explore Your Vision Correction Options
Recommending The Right Procedure
To determine candidacy, your care team will assess specific factors: your current prescription and whether it has been stable for at least a year; the thickness, shape, and health of your cornea; the quality of your tear film and presence of dry eye symptoms; your pupil size; overall eye health; and your lifestyle, including your work and sports activities. Meeting these criteria is important for safe and effective results.
A comprehensive evaluation allows your refractive surgeon to measure your eyes and identify conditions that could increase risk. Your surgeon will discuss realistic expectations for each option. If one procedure is not suitable, another is often safer, meaning you still have choices.
What to Expect From Consultation Through Recovery
Your consultation
A vision correction consultation typically includes advanced diagnostic testing and a dilated eye exam. Contact lenses can change the shape of your cornea. For accurate measurements, a contact lens “break” must be performed before testing. At Barnet Dulaney Perkins, soft lenses are removed 72 hours prior to surgery. Hard lenses must be removed 2 weeks before to help measurements reflect your natural corneal shape.
Procedure day
Most vision correction procedures are outpatient. You will receive numbing eye drops and need transportation home. You may be asked to wear protective eye shields and will likely use prescribed drops to support healing, prevent infection, and reduce inflammation.
Recovery and follow-up
Recovery varies by procedure. LASIK patients may see clearly in a day or two, whereas PRK may take several days to achieve clarity. EVO ICL and RLE may cause mild discomfort, with follow-up visits needed to monitor healing.
A note on safety and side effects:
All surgery carries risks. With refractive procedures, side effects can include dry eye, glare or halos at night, light sensitivity, fluctuating vision, or the need for glasses as your eyes change. Your surgeon will review the benefits and risks specific to your eyes and procedural options.
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Commonly Asked Vision Correction Options
What is vision correction surgery?
Vision correction surgery refers to procedures designed to reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or contact lenses.
What vision problems can vision correction treat?
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Nearsightedness (Myopia) – Difficulty seeing objects in the distance clearly
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Farsightedness (Hyperopia) – Difficulty seeing objects up close
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Astigmatism – Blurred or distorted vision caused by an irregularly shaped cornea
Am I a candidate for vision correction?
Many adults with glasses or contact lenses may be candidates for vision correction surgery. In general, good candidates:
- Are 18 years or older
- Have had a stable prescription for at least one year
- Have healthy eyes and corneas
- Are free of certain eye conditions that could affect healing
A detailed eye exam and advanced imaging tests are needed to determine candidacy. Healthy corneas and stable vision are important factors in achieving safe and successful outcomes.
What vision correction procedures are available at Barnet Dulaney Perkins
LASIK, PRK, EVO ICL, and refractive lens exchange (RLE).
Is vision correction safe?
Vision correction procedures such as LASIK, PRK, and implantable lens procedures have been performed for decades and are considered safe and highly effective when performed on properly selected patients.
How long do the results last?
Vision correction procedures are designed to provide long-lasting results. Procedures such as LASIK permanently reshape the cornea to improve how the eye focuses light.
Does vision correction hurt?
Vision correction procedures are not painful. Numbing eye drops are used during surgery to keep the eye comfortable.
Your vision correction team and/or counselor will provide detailed instructions and medications to keep you comfortable during recovery.
How do I know which vision correction procedure is right for me?
The best way to determine the right vision correction option is through a comprehensive eye exam and consultation.
Will I still need glasses after vision correction?
Many patients achieve 20/20 vision or better after vision correction surgery. However, results vary from person to person. Some patients may still use glasses occasionally for certain activities, such as night driving or reading. Age-related vision changes can also occur over time.