When I was playing with lasers back in the 70s even the class 3 helium neon lasers we had strict warnings and eye protection.
The argon and co2 lasers had restrictions that were super strict.
I would probably never purposefully let a laser vaporize part of my eyes.
I had it on both eyes 18 years ago at age 47, and it is one of the best things I’ve ever done. My vision went from 20:600 to 20:15, where it has remained since. After 3 or 4 years of perfect vision, I began to lose my near vision and now wear progressives for reading, which is normal.
At the time of my surgery, it was not recommended for eyes with significant astigmatism, though that may have changed by now. Also, people who suffer from dry eyes tend to not do as well. Another group who didn’t do as well were those with larger than average pupils. Again, my procedure was almost 20 years ago, and I know that improvements have been made since.
My advice would be to use a highly regarded doctor who is going to carefully screen you. Stay away from the inexpensive practitioners. Best of luck with whatever you decide.
I had surgery on one eye and it has worked out pretty well.
I never considered having the other eye done.
But if a problem emerged, I would not hesitate to have it done.
For the record, I had the right eye done. Not the left eye.
Yes back in 2007. Do research on best doctor to do lasik. Do not cheap out. My left eye is still pretty sharp but the right eye has gotten blurrier after all these years. My glasses were heavy. I now use 1.5 reading glasses most days for reading the computer or anything 2 ft or less. I think if I spent more time outdoors or had a big picture window with scenery the eyesight would be better. No glasses when driving. Can read all signs pretty good.
Originally -6 in the left eye and -9 in the right.
No worries on the operation. Done in 20 minutes. You will have to wear wrap around sunglasses for a few days if going outside. You will be given drops and told to rest the first day. Someone will need to drive you as it will be way to bright after the procedure. I mean WAY to bright. You will hold your hands over your eyes even with the sunglasses and peaking out.
It will amaze you the sharpness of your sight.
____ What will be done is they pop out the eye with a spoon then and this is interesting, they bring it over to a grinder and you can see the operation close up.... đď¸âđ¨ď¸ then they pop it back in when done.
I did it 23 years ago when it first became a thing. Was 20/15 for a long time after that. Only downside was after my 40th birthday, I became farsighted and need readers. But after all this time, I can still pick out small features from long distances. It is definitely worth it!
Couldnât pass my flyers medical twice then couldnât pass my drivers license eye test.
Checked with eye doc then did Lazic and all good again.
Blocked depth perception
LASIK in 1999. Went from 20/400 to 20/10. Regressed in 2015 to 20/20. No reading glasses yet either.
I had one eye done. Brought my sight to distance. Love it. Golfing, driving at night, etc. worked perfect. Was done 20 years ago. I have reading glasses but it was a great trade off. IĂ¢ĂÂĂÂm 66 now. Do it again in a heartbeat.
You may also experience "dry eyes." But all in all, it was worth it. Makes hunting/fishing/outdoor sports much easier. No need to constantly wipe glasses. Good luck!
Oh, and my shot groups improved !
Both my sister and I had it done over 20 years ago. Her eyes were very bad beforehand (legally blind) & she did to get glasses after 12 years or so. Mine have been great, I do have glasses for driving at night (for glare) and need reading glasses, but that’s just typical age-related. One of the best things I’ve done, for sure! I actually cried the first morning when I woke up and could read the news crawl from across the room.
I used to be able to see up close, now I need readers, but I’m 20/15 and can see way, way out there! Before, maybe 15’ out there. It makes shooting through optics a pain, but I love it otherwise!!!
I considered and rejected the idea decades ago. I decided to remain as God made me, but not for religious reasons. Nearsightedness is a blessing: without my glasses I can easily see remarkable detail which others cannot. I suppose I would have been a good forger or watchmaker, but it has otherwise exposed me to the details of creationâs natural wonder.
My wife had it done when she got rid of cataracts. Her results are so-so. She is 71 and has dry eyes. Without expensive drops, she canât read.