Millions of adults around the world have undergone LASIK eye surgery. In the United States alone, it’s estimated that 11 million patients have opted for the procedure since 2010, making it an increasingly popular and common option for treating refractive disorders of the cornea (nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism) in one or both eyes.
 

What is LASIK?

LASIK works by reshaping the surface of the cornea with a laser (some versions of the procedure include the use of a blade in combination with a laser) to reshape the surface of the cornea, so that it can properly reflect light onto the retina, depending on the patient’s particular condition.
 

LASIK Eye Surgery in Elmhurst, IL

The eye doctors at Skowron Eye Care in Elmhurst offer LASIK to healthy patients looking to ditch their contact lenses or glasses for good. You may be a good candidate if you meet the following conditions:

• 18 years or older

• Good general health

• Good eye health (no infections or ocular diseases like glaucoma or cataracts)

• Stable vision (no changes in prescription or visual acuity for at least a year)

• Not pregnant or nursing
   

Advantages of Vision Correction with LASIK

• Most patients can expect immediate results and improved vision within days of the procedure.

• 20/20 vision - The typical LASIK patient usually reports 20/20 visual acuity a few days after LASIK.

• Outpatient procedure - LASIK is relatively fast and pain free, and patients can expect to be in and out of the doctor's office within an hour or two. The procedure itself takes approximately 15 - 20 minutes per eye.

• Permanent results - In most cases the results and visual improvement of LASIK are permanent, and patients can save hundreds or thousands of dollars each year on glasses and contact lens prescriptions.
   

Find an Eye Doctor in Elmhurst, IL

For more information on how LASIK and refractive eye surgery works, and to find out if you are a good candidate for LASIK, contact Skowron Eye Care by calling (630) 834-6244 to schedule an appointment with an optometrist today.