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Custom Lasik Facts• Custom LASIK is a permanent surgery to the cornea.
• Custom LASIK does not eliminate the need for reading glasses,even if you have never worn them before.
• Your vision must be stable before Custom LASIK surgery.You must provide written evidence that your nearsightedness has changed less than or equal to 0.50D each year for at least 1 year.
• Pregnant and nursing women should wait until they are not pregnant and not nursing to have Custom LASIK surgery.
• You would not be a good candidate if you have collagen vascular or autoimmune diseases.If you have a condition that makes wound healing difficult,you would not be a good candidate.
• Custom LASIK surgery has some risks.It is important to understand the benefits and risks by reviewing with your eye care professional before you agree to the surgery.
• Custom LASIK is not a laser version of RK.These surgeries are entirely different.
• Some other options to correct nearsightedness include glasses,contact lenses,RK,PRK, and Conventional LASIK.
• RK,PRK,Conventional LASIK or Custom LASIK may not meet the vision requirements of some occupations,such as military service.
• Before considering Custom LASIK surgery you should:
a. Have a complete eye examination.
b. Talk with at least one eye care professional about Custom LASIK,especially the potential benefits, risks, and complications. You should also discuss the time needed for healing after
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