Lasik eye surgeons use an FDA approved laser for vision correction

Lasik eye surgery is a procedure that uses a laser to correct the vision of people who are nearsighted, farsighted or have astigmatism. With laser eye surgery a thin flap is made on the cornea using a laser. The surgeon then folds back the flap and removes some of the corneal tissue. When finished the surgeon puts the flap back in place.

People with nearsighted vision need a little different procedure. They need to have their cornea flattened because it is too high, and people who are farsighted need just the opposite - they need to have their cornea made higher or steepened. People who have astigmatism need to have their cornea corrected by smoothing out the irregularities.

If you are seriously considering lasik eye surgery you need to select a good lasik surgeon who can properly evaluate whether surgery is even for you. The surgeon will examine your eyes to determine their health and what level of vision correction you need. The surgeon will also talk to you about your health conditions that could possibly disqualify you for the surgery.

If the surgeon finds that you're not a good candidate for laser eye surgery there are other alternatives that he or she will make you aware of.