Orange County Refractive Surgery
Refractive Surgery in California

Am I a candidate for laser vision correction?

We recommend that you come in for a free evaluation with the doctors of Global Laser Vision. When you bring your glasses or prescription, we will determine if a refractive procedure will offer you any benefit. During your free consultation, we will perform a computerized imaging of the cornea in order to determine its curvature.

Laser Vision Correction has been shown to reduce people's dependency for glasses and contact lenses. Over 95% of the treated patients will achieve 20/40 vision or better. This will usually enable you to pass a driver's license eye examination without glasses or contact lenses.

Will I need glasses or contact lenses after the procedure?

LASIK and PRK are designed to eliminate your dependency on glasses and contact lenses. Patients may need glasses for reading, night driving, or other specific tasks depending on age. Most patients can do most things without glasses or contacts after the procedure.

How long does the procedure take?

You will be at the laser center for approximately two hours. The time in the treatment room for about 15 minutes. The actual laser treatment time is approximately one minute.

What kind of vision can I expect after the procedure?

Most patients achieve improved vision in the first 24 hours after the procedure and are functional without their corrective lenses at the one-day post procedure examination. Patients continue to see a gradual increase in their vision during the first week after the procedure.

Will I miss work?

Most patients return to their normal activities, including work, the day following the procedure.

Are the procedures painful?

The procedures are performed using topical anesthetic eye drops and are, therefore, not painful. There may be some discomfort after the procedure when the anesthesia wears off. Eye drops are prescribed to minimize this discomfort.

How can I find out if I am a candidate and which procedure is best for me?

The doctors at Global Laser Vision will evaluate your situation and will discuss with you the options that are available. There is no charge for this consultation.