Laser vision correction: pros and cons

 Laser vision correction is a high-tech, effective and comfortable way to restore visual functions in myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism, which has been successfully used by ophthalmologists all over the world for decades. This operation is affordable, very popular and incredibly in demand. It can help you regain your excellent vision, get rid of glasses and lenses. You can see the Yaroslavl vision correction prices by clicking on the link.

Advantages of laser surgery:

1. quick recovery - 1 - 2 days after the operation;
2. minimal restrictions after surgery;
3. preservation of the structure of the cornea;
4. no wounds;
5. minimum pain - 2 - 3 hours after surgery;
6. laser correction of farsightedness - these are stable results and a stable refractive effect;
7. treatment of farsightedness is recommended to be performed immediately in both eyes;
8. no clouding of the cornea in the postoperative period;
9. the ability to correct high degrees of farsightedness, including with astigmatism.

Unlike traumatic surgery, laser intervention involves minimal impact, high accuracy and safety of the procedure. The main plus is the absence of the risk of accidental damage to the eye apparatus due to the so-called "human factor". The whole process is carefully controlled by automation, so accidents and oversights are excluded. Modern laser equipment significantly facilitates the work of the doctor, and for the patient it becomes an opportunity to quickly and effectively restore visual acuity.

Despite the fact that today the procedure for laser vision restoration is affordable, but not everyone will be able to use it. The thing is that it has a number of contraindications that must be taken into account without fail. There are the following restrictions for this operation:

1. the age of the patient (not younger than 18 years, cauterization of the unformed retina with a laser in children is unacceptable);
2. pregnancy and lactation;
3. diabetes;
4. diseases that reduce immunity;
5. glaucoma, cataracts and optic neuropathy (treatment is allowed at certain stages of the disease).

In order to exclude possible complications, it is necessary to seek the advice of a specialist and undergo a comprehensive examination of the body. In the presence of diseases such as myopia, retinal tear and clouding of the lens, coagulation is performed before laser treatment.