We have personally seen many different types of people come
through our
Free LASIK Consultation. Some people question technology, some
concern themselves with safety, and many are concerned that the cost of the
procedure may not outweigh the benefits. Since
our website deals largely with
the issues of technology and safety, let’s address the issue of cost versus
benefits.
First, let’s look at
the benefits of a laser vision correction procedure, like LASIK or PRK:
It is possible for a patient to achieve 20/20 eyesight, or
even better, with laser vision correction. You could live your life waking up
and seeing immediately instead of searching for your glasses. You can
experience the spontaneity of life, such as jumping in a swimming pool, playing
in the rain, or going out on a windy day, without the fear of how any of these
actions may affect your contacts and your ability to see. You can take a nap,
free from the worry of taking your contacts out of your eyes first. You don’t
have to rush to the store every time you are out of contact lens solution or
order more glasses when yours accidentally break. You will be able to see life,
naturally.
Is all that worth the cost of LASIK?
Our patients think so.
My wife and I wore glasses and contacts for years. Since having LASIK it is great to be able to see across the room in the morning without
hunting for our glasses. We both had a very positive experience at
Buckley Chang Eye Institute. We were treated very well, and the surgery
procedure was fast and painless.
Having Lasik was well worth the investment, and we enjoy its benefits every day!
Michael Unger
Managing Director
Sport Development
USA Swimming
I am in the Real Estate business and it has helped tremendously being
able to see street signs crystal clear and I enjoy the outdoors a whole
lot more with my family. I would recommend the staff and Dr. Buckley to
my friends and family, as a matter of fact, I already have.
Thank you for giving me the freedom of not being tied to wearing glasses. It is a miracle to say the least!
Sincerely,
Dean Weissman
However, some people have heard that people who have had
LASIK eventually return to wearing glasses. How can this be if they have
already had their vision corrected?
Let’s clear up one fact – LASIK or laser vision correction
will NOT give you excellent vision for your whole lifetime.
Wait – what?
However, your eyes are living organs and there are
certain, inevitable conditions that occur due to aging. One of these conditions
is known as Presbyopia. Presbyopia is when the natural lenses in your eyes
begin to harden. When you are young, your lenses are flexible so they can
adjust to seeing near and far. As you age, these lenses harden. When they lose
their flexibility, bifocals or reading glasses are used to help your eyes adjust.
Another inevitable is
cataracts. Everyone will develop
cataracts as they age. The affect that a cataract has on your vision depends
largely upon the degree to which they form. Some people will never notice the
affect while others may go blind.
The age at which you develop cataracts and/or presbyopia is
not predetermined. For some, the symptoms of presbyopia can begin appearing as
early as 40. For others, they may not have any side effects until 50 or older.
For cataracts, most don’t appear until your early 60s or even into your 70s.
So back to the question – is the cost of LASIK worth it in
the long run?
Let’s say you are nearsighted and you purchase disposable
contact lenses every month. Then you have to purchase cleaning solution each
month. If you lose a contact, tear it, it falls out, etc., then you have to
replace your monthly supply faster than anticipated. You also have to get a
pair of glasses for the times you don’t have contacts or if you have an eye infection
or you’ve worn your contacts for too long. These glasses can easily be lost or
broken, so it’s not just a one-time expense.
This is a cost you have to pay every month, consistently
for 20 or more years. You are stuck with plastic on your eyes and the
constraints they present just so you don’t have to compromise the ability to
see.
Or you can have laser vision correction and have your
procedure paid off in two years or less. You'll gain the extra money in your budget and excellent eyesight to view life as it is. You’ll also gain the spontaneity that
life has to offer because you can see clearly, naturally. Here more from
our patients.
My search led me to the Buckley Chang Eye Institute
and by the time my first consultation was over, I knew I had found the
right place. In my book, actions speak louder than words. The fact that
Dr. Buckley has invested in the latest world class diagnostic equipment
and lasers available, meant that he had the best interests of his
patients at heart. His credentials are impeccable. His staff is top
notch. They set straight erroneous information I had received from other
clinics.
I've since had the surgery and can't be happier with the results. My
vision is even better than I had thought possible! It's given me a new
lease on life and freedom I haven't experienced with a lifetime of
wearing glasses.
If you're considering surgery, please give me a call or email and
I'll gladly share my research findings with you or answer any questions
about my experience.
Susan Wehner
Owner
Millennium III Partnership LLC
LASIK has made a huge improvement. I can see the bottles of shampoo
in the shower, and don't have to stand with my nose in the mirror in the
morning to get ready. I'm a motorcycle enthusiast and I like to have
the freedom to not wear glasses or contacts under my helmet. I was
worried about losing my near vision but I still have that too. I don't
have to wear reading glasses! It's been wonderful.
Dr. Buckley is very knowledgeable about what he does and that's very
important to a patient. He was very calming and reassured me throughout
the procedure. My hat is off to Dr. Buckley's staff. He has an excellent
staff that keeps patients coming back.
Diane DeMasters
