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Lasik eye surgery has gained popularity in the past decade as a method to correct various eye problems. Lasik eye surgery takes place at a local lasik center and is performed by a trained doctor who uses a laser to modify the cornea.

This surgery has a high success rate and is used throughout the world to correct eye problems. To undergo lasik surgery you must first identify that you have a problem with your vision and visit a lasik center and speak to a doctor. The doctor will speak with you about possible concerns, medical and safety issues.

Lasik surgery will take place at a registered lasik center. Surgery is performed while the individual is awake. Sedatives are typically given to the patient to ease any pain or stress that will be experienced during the surgery. Recovery is fairly quick and pain free. Patients may experience such things dry eyes and cloudy vision. Doctors will prescribe eye drops to be used after the surgery to ease any discomfort. It may be required that the patient stay at the lasik center post operation to be monitored for a few hours.

There are some potential negative side effects that maybe experienced after lasik surgery is performed. For example, dry eyes are the most common negative side effect and can last for weeks after the surgery. Unfortunately, dry eyes can be experienced permanently so the patient should consult their doctor and understand that this maybe a reversible side effect. Dry eyes can alter the vision, making things seem blurry or distorted.

More serious side effects and complications include such things like light sensitivity and floaters. Light sensitivity has been reported by a very low number of individuals who undergo the lasik procedure at a registered lasik center. Floaters, or small black dots in the field of vision, are another rare potential side effect. Lasik surgery performed at a lasik center is very low risk, but it is wise to be aware of what potentially could happen after the operation is performed. Make sure you consult your doctor before and after surgery to discuss these issues.

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