The Best Age for LASIK Results

Freedom from corrective lenses can be life-changing. Whether it's avoiding fogged-up glasses on cold mornings or the hassle of contact lenses during summer workouts, LASIK offers lasting convenience and clear vision for almost any situation. Imagine traveling, attending family events, or hitting the gym without needing glasses or contacts.

If you’ve been thinking about LASIK or another refractive procedure, the best time to enjoy the benefits of clear vision is now. Patients considering laser eye surgery need to be at least 18 years old. There is no strict LASIK age limit, but patients over 40 should be cautious, especially if they're beginning to experience presbyopia or cataracts. LASIK won't address these age-related conditions, though it remains highly effective for correcting nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.

How long does LASIK last? While the results of laser eye surgery are permanent, that doesn't mean your eyes won't continue to change as you age. Natural conditions, like presbyopia or cataracts, develop over time and laser correction cannot prevent them.

This can make patients wonder if they need a touch-up after 10 or 20 years. However, in most cases, more surgery is rare. It's important to note that these changes occur naturally as part of aging and may require separate attention.

While it's rare, some patients who don't have presbyopia or cataracts may experience a small refractive error after LASIK. In these rare cases, your primary optometrist will refer you back to your doctor at Vance Thompson Vision for a minor adjustment. Rest assured, the vast majority of patients enjoy clear vision after their first LASIK surgery.

If you're wondering if LASIK or another vision correction procedure is right for you, take our short vision quiz. And if you are ready, click here to schedule your complimentary evaluation.

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