Is Laser Surgery Right for You

While there are many options and possibilities for correcting your eyesight, laser surgery may be one that you have not considered. The word surgery tends to put many individuals off, without considering whether this type of vision correction is right for them or not.

There are several things you need to know about laser surgery before writing it off as not being an option.

There are three basic reasons to consider laser surgery:

* Near-sightedness
* Far-sightedness
* Astigmatism

Laser surgery is pretty common and popular these days. Most individuals find success after opting for laser surgery. Laser surgery works to correct the shape of the cornea so that light traveling through can successfully reach the retina.

There are many benefits to laser surgery:

* Since the eyes are made numb with drops, pain is not as much of a concern as other types of surgery
* Laser surgery corrects these visual issues at more than 90 percent success rate
* There is little to no recovery time for laser surgery
* You may get to wear your glasses less if you opt for laser surgery � this is huge for eyeglass wearers who find that this is a nuisance

While there are many benefits to laser surgery, there are some downsides that you need to be aware of as well:

* Any change made cannot be reversed after laser surgery
* As with any type of surgery, there is always a risk involved such as infection or problems that may adversely affect vision

There are also some possible side effects relating to vision that you may need to be aware of such as:

* Glare
* Halos of light
* Night differential
* Dry, irritated eyes

Of course, as with any surgery or procedure the best way to get all your information is to speak with a specialist in the area of vision. Speak to others who have had this type of surgery and ask around as to what the benefits and downsides were.

Being informed is the best way to make a decision about something as all-important as your vision. There are several factors to consider:

* Getting a recommendation from a friend or family member
* Getting a second opinion
* Doing your research
* Asking questions and asking some more questions

If you make the choice to have laser surgery done, make sure to follow your doctor�s instructions and more importantly make sure that you have a good support team of family and friends behind you.

Check with your doctor as well. He or she may change your medication a few days prior to surgery and may need to clear you for medical procedures such as this.

Once you have asked your questions, done your research, and spoken to friends, family members and other professionals as well as your family doctor, chances are that you are in a better position to make an informed decision.