Are You a Candidate for Vision Correction Surgery?

The following is a guideline of treatable ranges. The doctor will determine your candidacy only after a thorough eye exam.

Generally, you are a GOOD CANDIDATE for vision correction surgery if you:

• Are nearsighted up to minus 12.00 diopters
• Are farsighted up to plus 6.00 diopters
• Have astigmatism up to 4.00 diopters
• Have pupil width up to 8.0 diopters
• Are at least 18 years of age
• Had a stable eyeglasses or contact lenses prescription for at least one year
• Are in good general health

Generally, you are NOT A GOOD CANDIDATE for vision correction surgery if you:

• Have certain eye diseases, such as cataracts, glaucoma or connective tissue disease.
• Have corneal abnormality such as keratoconus or pseudo-keratoconus with irregular astigmatism.
• Have severe dry-eye syndrome.
• Have certain eye viruses, such as herpes simplex and herpes zoster
• Have certain health problems, such as uncontrolled diabetes, autoimmune or collagen vascular disease or any condition that weakens your immune system
• Take certain medications that weaken your immune system
• Are pregnant, nursing or plan to become pregnant in the next six months
• Are in a profession that prohibits vision correction surgery

Are You a Candidate for Premium IOLs?

Because there are several options available, our doctors will perform a thorough eye exam to determine the most appropriate treatment for you.