| Every surgery has its' pros and cons and every | | | | Cons: Smaller yearly costs may be more feasible for |
| patient should weigh these carefully before | | | | you than one large sum for the eye surgery. |
| undergoing aid surgery. The question remains, will you | | | | Pro: While all surgeries have risks, LASIK eye surgery |
| find that the pros outweigh the cons? | | | | has one of the lower rates of complications. It rages |
| Pro: Well this one is easy- no more glasses or | | | | from three to five percent and most of the |
| contacts! Glasses are a pain to deal with and caring | | | | complications associated with the surgery can be |
| for contacts is a hassle. Without having to deal with | | | | treated with one additional surgery. Recovery time is |
| these eyesight improvement methods, you can lead | | | | also minimal and successful surgeries only require one |
| a more carefree lifestyle. Whether you want to play | | | | or two days of downtime. |
| sports, join the military, or even just improve your | | | | Con: Complications are still off-putting and some |
| appearance by discarding your glasses. | | | | people are unwilling to overlook those risks. |
| Con: Most insurance companies do not cover LASIK | | | | It is always best to ask your optometrist about any |
| surgery. Though financing is sometimes possible, it is | | | | other questions you have. Most people who have |
| not guaranteed and interest rates can be exorbitant. | | | | LASIK surgery find that the benefits are more |
| Pro: You won't have to pay for maintenance of | | | | important than any potential risks. Your quality of life |
| contacts and glasses anymore or for yearly exams | | | | may improve significantly post surgery, but it is a |
| and replacing glasses. If you add these costs up over | | | | decision that must be made by you and your doctor. |
| the long run, it far exceeds the initial cost of LASIK. | | | | |