Glasses Anyone?

Do you remember the moment when your eye doctor first told you that your vision needed improvement and you would need glasses? For most people, this news causes a bit of frustration, or even a moment of panic, and those are both normal reactions. It’s certainly not uncommon to need to wear glasses; a recent report showed that 166.5 million US adults (63.7%) wear prescription eyeglasses. Some folks like to wear nonprescription frames on occasion too, for the sake of fashion. However, to this day, glasses still carry with them an unfortunate social stigma.

Many articles and studies through the years have showcased how people who wear glasses are often treated differently in the workplace and at school. For example, Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science published a study that stated that children who wear glasses are 36% more likely to be victims of bullying and that they tend to have lower self-esteem than their peers who don’t wear glasses.

Whatever your experience may be with wearing glasses, it’s safe to say glasses can definitely be a hindrance at times. If you wear glasses, you might be due for an upgrade. Thanks to many advances in technology, LASIK has become safer and more accessible than ever. Keep reading to discover why you may want to swap your spectacles for a lens-free life. We’ll also answer some common questions about this desirable vision treatment!

3 Reasons You Should Consider Ditching Your Glasses for LASIK

  1. Inconvenience – Depending on the severity of your visual impairment, something as simple as finding your glasses in the morning on your nightstand can be quite difficult. It can also be hard to exercise in glasses depending on how intense your workouts are. They can fog up and get pretty dirty. Not to mention, they can easily slip off your face and break. Depending on the type of lifestyle you live, you might have to wash your glasses 2-3 times throughout the day,
  2. UV Protection – It’s not easy or cheap to protect your eyes from harmful Ultraviolet sun rays. You have a few options: Purchase $200 – $400 prescription sunglasses, spend even more on transition lenses, or purchase cheap clip-on shades that can scratch your glasses frames.
  3. Upgrading your Prescription – If you wear glasses, updating your prescription every other year can be a chore. Glasses are expensive and having to regularly buy a new pair or two ends up being an expensive endeavor throughout your life. Even if you are willing to invest in upgrading your prescription when necessary, you might still get headaches each time you start wearing those new prescription lenses.

At the end of the day, shopping for glasses can be fun, but as soon as it becomes time to cash out, reality sinks in. You realize that you are about to spend a good deal of money on an item that may last a year or two. Even though LASIK surgery might seem like a more expensive solution, consider the time and effort you spend on your glasses, and you may want to make the switch.

Not convinced yet? Here are some more incredible facts about LASIK surgery!

How Does LASIK Eye Surgery Work?

LASIK has helped millions of people around the world see clearly without glasses or contacts. When performing this procedure, our surgical specialists will gently open a thin corneal flap, reshape the cornea, and reposition it to improve your eyesight. We’re proud to use a special laser technology called iLASIK Technology rather than old-fashioned blade technology. We utilize the iLASIK laser as it’s the most advanced technology to date. It offers more predictable results and minimal side effects post-op.

What is the Success Rate of LASIK?

The results vary with every patient, but a majority of individuals who undergo LASIK achieve outstanding results. According to Refractive Surgery Council, 99% of patients achieve better than 20/40 vision and more than 90% achieve 20/20 vision or better. LASIK is one of the most popular elective surgeries in the United States, and it has the highest patient satisfaction rate of any elective procedure (a whopping 96%)!

Who Can Get LASIK?

LASIK surgery may be right for you if you are:

  • Between the ages 18 and 60
  • In good overall health
  • Hoping to stop wearing glasses or contacts

You may be considered a good candidate if you have nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism. There have been many improvements made in the technologies used to perform this procedure which opens the doors up for more patients – even some previously unqualified candidates. To determine your candidacy for LASIK, please call us today to consult with Vistar’s LASIK specialists.

Ready to Ditch Your Lenses?

Don’t let glasses drag you down. See our lovely team of eye experts at Vistar Eye Center to see if Lasik is right for you. Contact us today!