There are times when glasses or contacts feel like a burden—whether you’re at the pool or on the soccer field, you shouldn’t have to choose between comfort and clear sight.
That’s where LASIK eye surgery comes in. When you meet the criteria, state-of-the-art LASIK eye surgery reshapes your cornea to focus light correctly on your retina. Most patients trade in their glasses or contacts for crisp vision and regain freedom in their daily routines.
What LASIK Does
LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) uses precise lasers to sculpt your cornea. A femtosecond laser creates a thin flap in the corneal tissue, and an excimer laser removes tiny bits of tissue to achieve the perfect curvature. LASIK lets you see near and far without corrective lenses by matching the cornea’s shape to that of 20/20-vision eyes.
The surgery takes about 10–15 minutes per eye, and most people notice dramatically clearer vision within hours. While we can’t guarantee you’ll never wear glasses again, most patients enjoy significant, long-lasting improvement.
Who Qualifies for LASIK?
You may be a strong candidate if you:
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Are at least 18 years old
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Have had a stable prescription for 12+ months
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Are in good overall health
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Have healthy corneas (no severe dry eye or cataracts)
Chronic dry-eye patients often treat their symptoms first before considering LASIK. Early dry-eye diagnosis and intervention help surgeons protect your comfort and outcomes.
Not sure? Take our LASIK self-evaluation and book a consultation to find out.
How LASIK Works, Step by Step
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Preparation & Numbing
We place numbing drops in your eyes and fit a gentle suction ring to keep your eye steady. -
Flap Creation
A femtosecond laser cuts a precise corneal flap—106× less collateral tissue impact than older methods. -
Corneal Reshaping
A wavefront-guided excimer laser removes microscopic tissue based on your unique optical map.-
Myopia: Flattens the cornea
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Hyperopia: Rounds the cornea
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Astigmatism: Smooths irregular zones
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Flap Repositioning
We lay the flap back down without stitches and apply protective drops and shields.
Most patients relax at home afterward, using prescribed drops and sunglasses to aid healing.
Recovery & Results
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Day 1: Post-op exam and vision check. You may feel mild pressure or dryness.
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Week 1: Most patients hit 20/20 or better.
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Month 1: Final vision stabilization and comprehensive exam.
We recommend avoiding swimming, heavy exercise, and makeup for one week and following your post-op drop schedule closely for the smoothest recovery.
How Well Does LASIK Work?
The American Academy of Ophthalmology reports 95 %+ patient satisfaction with modern LASIK. Your outcome depends on your surgeon’s skill, the technology used, and your clinic’s aftercare. At Barnet Dulaney Perkins Vision Center, our expert team and cutting-edge lasers deliver reliable results and ongoing support to keep your vision sharp for years.
When you’re ready to experience life without glasses, schedule a LASIK consultation and discover how LASIK could change your world.