Joking aside, the average Lasik surgeon has now worked on upwards of thousands (perhaps tens of thousands) of cases. The technology is so perfected now that if I had the chance, I'd have it done. It is now a matter of cost more than anything.
I still prefer glasses for other reasons. Don't know how often I've had something come flying at my eyes only to be caught by a lens! If you have Lasik surgery and still have to wear "safety glasses," what's the point?
Your friend who's tilting his head needs glasses with the division line up further, that's all, I'd bet. (BTW thanks for your prayers)