| Refractive Surgery
It's hard today for our patients to know what to do...and who to
believe...when it comes to refractive surgery today. Ads seem to be everywhere, with many ophthalmic surgeons advertising themselves as the best that there can be. You've probably researched the various procedures, and may now be even more confused by it all. Or, just scared since you know what the surgeries entail.
What I have seen over the past 20 years of practice in working
with eye surgeons and optometrists (and working in one of the largest refractive surgery centers in the Bay Area) is that any surgical procedure involves risks and benefits. In addition, the risks of every surgery involves potential complications. What I want my patients to know is just what the risks are that they are taking with their eyes when having refractive surgery as well as what the benefits are of these revolutionary surgeries.
Am I a candidate?
The only way to really know if you are a candidate for refractive
surgery is to have a consultation. Call us at 775-825-0506 or 530-832-0202 or
toll free at 1-866-Reno-Eye for an appointment.
Benefits
- Less reliance on glasses and/or contact lenses (but not usually
complete elimination)
- More natural vision than glasses...similar to contact lenses
without the need for lens care
Risks
- Possible loss of "best corrected vision"...that is,
after the surgery we cannot correct your eyes to 20/20 no matter what we do
- No knowledge of effect of procedure long-term. We just don't know
what will happen to these eyes after 25 years. It looks like there will not be any
significant long-term problems at this time, but we frankly don't know what the effects will be.
More Information
The following book explains the entire process, from beginning to
end, and is by one of the most respected experts on refractive surgery. Click on the link
to purchase the book through Barnes & Noble.
 The
Complete Book of Laser Eye Surgery
Additional information at the Food and Drug Administration.
Basik
Lasik at the Federal Trade Commission
We are affiliated with several refractive surgery centers as well
as local ophthalmologists providing refractive surgery. That way, we can recommend the surgeon and center that is best for you and your specific eye condition. | 
