LASIK Alternatives
LASIK is the most popular and well-known type of surgery for vision correction. However, there are others, and many are worthy of your consideration — if they are suitable for your condition and circumstances. Your eye doctor can advise you on how appropriate these procedures might be for you.
- Conductive Keratoplasty is a procedure that uses radio waves to address hyperopia and presbyopia.
- Implantable lenses such as the Verisyse lens and the ICL by Staar Surgical are considered by some surgeons to be a viable LASIK alternative, especially for people with high degrees of myopia.
- LASEK, epi-LASIK and PRK are laser-based procedures that are closely related to LASIK.
- Orthokeratology and 30-day contact lenses offer benefits similar to LASIK, but without surgery.
- AllAboutVision.com offers a comprehensive list of types of corrective eye surgery, both approved and investigational.
Non-Surgical Alternatives
If you do not qualify for surgical vision correction, learn more from the Consumer Guide to Eyeglasses, which includes information on multifocal lenses and progressive lenses, as well as how to choose the best frame for your face.
Additionally, visit the Consumer Guide to Contact Lenses to learn about contact lenses for astigmatism, bifocal contacts, monovision lenses, 30-day extended wear, and lenses made with silicone hydrogel. But remember, your eye doctor must write you a contact lens prescription in order to buy them. You can find offers for contact lens discounts here as well.
Need More LASIK Information?
For in-depth information on LASIK, please visit the Consumer Guide to Vision Surgery.