Anybody had it done or know someone who has? How was your vision after compared to before? Would you recommend it? Was the procedure painful/uncomfortable?
Thinking about looking into this for the summer time if I'm able to afford it.
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Anybody had it done or know someone who has? How was your vision after compared to before? Would you recommend it? Was the procedure painful/uncomfortable?
Thinking about looking into this for the summer time if I'm able to afford it.
I had a friend who had it done. There's always a risk with any procedure and you hear horror stories but he experienced no problems and now has above "perfect" vision.
I've been thinking about getting it done as well. Isn't like a couple grand an eye? I can do that.
I've kinda thought about getting it too, but I think I'll just wait until I'm older.
You could probably find better info browsing the web, but I do remember one of my friends' mom got it when I was younger. This was quite a few years ago, but after the procedure she had to keep her eyes away from light for a few days (maybe a week or two?) and put drops in to prevent irritation. This was a while ago so the details are a bit hazy, but all that stuff is pretty crucial to keep in line with because of how sensitive your eyes are.
Lasik's a pretty pricey procedure too. That's kind of why I'm pushing it off if I'm gonna do it at all. You hear all the time that athletes do it though and it helps out their game quite a bit. Could be that it helps your eyesight, but might just be a psychological thing at the same time
[quote=tian820]I've kinda thought about getting it too, but I think I'll just wait until I'm older.
You could probably find better info browsing the web, but I do remember one of my friends' mom got it when I was younger. This was quite a few years ago, but after the procedure she had to keep her eyes away from light for a few days (maybe a week or two?) and put drops in to prevent irritation. This was a while ago so the details are a bit hazy, but all that stuff is pretty crucial to keep in line with because of how sensitive your eyes are.
Lasik's a pretty pricey procedure too. That's kind of why I'm pushing it off if I'm gonna do it at all. You hear all the time that athletes do it though and it helps out their game quite a bit. [B] Could be that it helps your eyesight, but might just be a psychological thing at the same time[/B][/quote]
You lost me here. Bad eyesight can possibly be a neurological problem rather than physical?
[QUOTE=Posterize246]Anybody had it done or know someone who has? How was your vision after compared to before? Would you recommend it? Was the procedure painful/uncomfortable?
Thinking about looking into this for the summer time if I'm able to afford it.[/QUOTE]
I looked into it a few months ago, Lasik MD was advertising it as $490/eye. Came in for a free consultation, the price they gave me was around $3000. Didn't get the surgery, but I'm still considering doing it sometime in the future.
All I know is that my friend who is an educated optician (but not in that business) greatly discourages it.
Apparently your vision can never be corrected as good as with glasses/lenses through surgery, it's a temporary fix only and there is always the chance something goes wrong.
[QUOTE=Posterize246]Anybody had it done or know someone who has? How was your vision after compared to before? Would you recommend it? Was the procedure painful/uncomfortable?
Thinking about looking into this for the summer time if I'm able to afford it.[/QUOTE]
Had Lasik Intralase Wavefront.
Intralase means the flap will be cut aside by the laser and not by a knife.
Wavefront means a special procedure where you will have less dificulties with lights at night.
The procedure was not painfull. It took 4 minutes for each eye. And since it is Lasik and not Lasek you will be healed in less than 7 hours.
However the first 7 hours were a nightmare, as my eyes burned like somebody was throwing sand and shampoo in my eyes while i kept them wide open to the sun and couldn't close them. Yes for real, it hurts like a *****.
However even if i had that pain for 1 week i would still do it. It is totally damn worth it.
And my vision is excellent just as when i was wearing contacts.
@LLJ most clinics give you a 15 year warranty. If your vision gives you troubles you go to them and they will do the surgey again. I knew a family friend who's sight started going backwards after 10 years. He went to the Clinic, they did the surgery again and got another 15 years.
[QUOTE=pete's montreux]You lost me here. Bad eyesight can possibly be a neurological problem rather than physical?[/QUOTE]
Gotta assume the athletes wear contacts otherwise, right? I don't know about them and I guess I don't have the experience of having lasik, but wearing contacts while playing sports, I don't really find it bothersome and my vision is fine (technically better than "perfect vision", or at least that what the doctors say) with contacts in.
I don't think you can wear contacts that provide better than perfect vision. And I don't know how that's achieved through LASIK either, but I know It's possible.
[QUOTE=pete's montreux]I don't think you can wear contacts that provide better than perfect vision. And I don't know how that's achieved through LASIK either, but I know It's possible.[/QUOTE]
They do it so that each eye is capable of 20/15 vision, which is supposed to be better than 20/20. Whether it's true or not, can't say. Just a messenger here
[QUOTE=tian820]Gotta assume the athletes wear contacts otherwise, right? I don't know about them and I guess I don't have the experience of having lasik, but wearing contacts while playing sports, I don't really find it bothersome and my vision is fine (technically better than "perfect vision", or at least that what the doctors say) with contacts in.[/QUOTE]
Contacts are a pain and are bad for your eyes.
Consider Laser surgery and contacts like a car and a plane.
Everybody is more afraid of flying because of the horrible accident you might get, although the chances of dying in a car are much bigger and the plane would get you to your destination faster.
Lenses are bad for your eyes because of the fact your eyes cannot breathe correctly. Not to mention the pain in the ass of putting them in your eyes every morning and taking them out every night especially when you come home drunk as hell and you just wannna jump in bed and pass out.
You must make sure you clean your lenses correctly otherwise you might pickup an infection that could damage your eye and not too mention all of au sudden at 3 pm I am at school and my lens starts moving and bothering my eye.
U got the money? Get the Lasik and be rid of glasses or contacts. Nothing will happen to you
[QUOTE=Kungfro]I looked into it a few months ago, Lasik MD was advertising it as $490/eye. Came in for a free consultation, the price they gave me was around $3000. Didn't get the surgery, but I'm still considering doing it sometime in the future.[/QUOTE]
Could you detail how it went from (basically) $500 dollars per eye (so a total of $1000) to $3000? How were they going to charge you an extra $2000?
[quote=tian820]They do it so that each eye is capable of 20/15 vision, which is supposed to be better than 20/20. Whether it's true or not, can't say. Just a messenger here[/quote]
If they had contacts that could provide better than perfect vision, trust me I would've payed whatever money it took to get them. And I've heard the better than perfect thing a million times, most recently on the radio when they were talking about sports and cheating. They brought up Tiger and his LASIK surgery.
From everything I've seenits about 2500 around here. My cousin had it done in florida for about half that but I'm not on speaking terms with him to ask advice. And yeah my mom got the surgery when it was with a knife and she was just told she needs glasses now about 15 years later. Eye doctor told her its best to get lasik when you're young to get use out of it because it can't fight what age does to your eyes. That's why I'm thinking about it now.
I'll just say there's a pretty good variety of contacts now too. Not just the two week ones where you have to remove them daily. I've got monthly ones where you can sleep in them and just need to change them once every 30 days. It definitely feels different when I don't have them in, but my eyes are adjusted after having them in for so long.
Back to the OP though, I'd just go in for a free consultation somewhere and you'd get much better information that way. Even if it's $10 or whatever for a visit, that's still well worth it if you really are considering doing it sometime soon
[QUOTE=brantonli]Could you detail how it went from (basically) $500 dollars per eye (so a total of $1000) to $3000? How were they going to charge you an extra $2000?[/QUOTE]
Well I have a slight astigmatism that apparently bumps up the price. There was also some new technology (I think the one Andrei89 mentioned) that costs a bit more. There were some other things but I can't remember. That $490/eye is just to get you in, I'm not sure anyone could get it done that cheap. Still, I'd consider doing it at that price.
[QUOTE=Kungfro]Well I have a slight astigmatism that apparently bumps up the price. There was also some new technology (I think the one Andrei89 mentioned) that costs a bit more. There were some other things but I can't remember. That $490/eye is just to get you in, I'm not sure anyone could get it done that cheap. Still, I'd consider doing it at that price.[/QUOTE]
Yes Intralase and Wavefront adds to the price
[QUOTE=Posterize246]Anybody had it done or know someone who has? How was your vision after compared to before? Would you recommend it? Was the procedure painful/uncomfortable?
Thinking about looking into this for the summer time if I'm able to afford it.[/QUOTE]
my older brother did it he lost his vision when he was at wall mart :(
i want to get lasik, just hate having to use glasses, and contacts are a pain.
[quote=Posterize246]Anybody had it done or know someone who has? How was your vision after compared to before? Would you recommend it? Was the procedure painful/uncomfortable?
Thinking about looking into this for the summer time if I'm able to afford it.[/quote]
Don't know too much about it but I know some people that got it. My grandfather got it and they really ****ed it up and now his eyes are messed. :(
A friend of mine also got it and it was successful but they did mess up a bit and one of his eyes was completely red for a week. His vision did improve and if it ever got worse he would be able to get it done again for free. He paid $5000 for the surgery.
Best advice is really make sure you do your research and only go to trusted places.
Yeh one more annoying thing about the surgery is that you have to use 3 sets of drops 4 times a day (every 6 hours) for like 2 weeks.
It's annoying waking up at 6 am or at 12 am for that sh1t
I assume everyone in this thread is pretty young? I was under the impression you had to wait until your prescription stops changing before you get the op done. I'm 29 and mine is still changing. Definitely want to get surgery done at some stage.
so lets hear the horror stories
A guy that I play ball with had it done. He said his eyes are 100% better now and he doesn't need glasses anymore. My eyes aren't that great any more (I see black spots) probably due to my computer so I figure I will eventually have it done. My eyes will have to get pretty bad first though because he said you are awake throughout the procedure and I am a wush when it comes to medical procedures. He said it didn't hurt though but it felt strange watching the lazer hit his eye
I had Lasik when I was 21. Paid $5K for it because I had it done by the same doctor who did Tiger Woods. It was worth every penny. The surgery only took a couple of minutes and except for dry eyes I didn't really have any side effects.
My best friend had it maybe...2 years ago. Not sure of the cost, but I know his insurance paid the vast majority. I've known him since we were like 9 and he always had glasses, progressively thicker and thicker. Perfect vision ever since the surgery he said. It was an outpatient procedure, took a day off work, had it done in the early morning and was back at work (somewhat limited) the next day.
I hate contact lenses. I'm practically as blind as a bat. Strongly considering this and I've never heard horror stories although I don't have health insurance and would be paying out of pocket..
It's something I'd like to get done too. Tried contacts before and they suck, my eyes got too dry and I got sick of carrying and using eye drops all the time so back to specs. I've had several friends and co workers who had it done and they are all happy with the procedure.
[QUOTE=pete's montreux]If they had contacts that could provide better than perfect vision, trust me I would've payed whatever money it took to get them. And I've heard the better than perfect thing a million times, most recently on the radio when they were talking about sports and cheating. They brought up Tiger and his LASIK surgery.[/QUOTE]
there isn't really a "perfect vision" , there's 20/20 which is what is considered normal vision acuity.
it is possible to see better than 20/20 - some people can see 20/15 and maybe even 20/10
my mom wanted to get me lasik when i was younger since her insurance would've covered a great deal, but i am not a candidate.
the only reason i would consider it now is because i can no longer wear soft lenses - i've worn soft lenses for 10 years and aside from the first week have been no hassle.
i've slept in them (although you're supposed to take them out when you wake up), played sports in them, went to the beach in them, etc... and they practically weren't there.
unfortunately about a year and a half ago my vision took a huge nosedive and i have to wear hard lenses.
now those are a *****.
How much does it costs in the US? It's better than wearing eye glasses or contacts. It sucks to be near sighted cause I couldn't see far objects. Lots of NBA players also had a Lasik surgery ( Wade, LeBron, and Channing Frye).
Channing Frye Lasik eye surgery video.
[url]http://www.break.com/usercontent/2008/7/NBA-Channing-Frye-s-Lasik-Eye-Surgery-535527[/url]
[QUOTE=Posterize246]Anybody had it done or know someone who has? How was your vision after compared to before? Would you recommend it? Was the procedure painful/uncomfortable?
Thinking about looking into this for the summer time if I'm able to afford it.[/QUOTE]
a friend of me had one
his vision did get better but he still has to wear glasses but he was an extreme case
if i remember correct he wasn't allowed to read for a week or smith like that
wasn't painful according to him
i went from being practically blind (-5.25 with -1.25 astigmatism) to seeing 20/15. the wife had similar results. our doctor was named one of the top 10 in ophthalmology magazine. his regular price is $4000 but we got it done for $2400
[QUOTE=rezznor]i went from being practically blind (-5.25 with -1.25 astigmatism) to seeing 20/15. the wife had similar results. our doctor was named one of the top 10 in ophthalmology magazine. his regular price is $4000 but we got it done for $2400[/QUOTE]
i got lasik in 2009. i paid about the same, $2,200 total which included initial screening, checkups, surgery, follow ups etc. i went from -8.5 to 20/20!! if i didnt have my contacts on, and you were standing a foot away from me, i could tell someone was standing there but i couldnt see any of your facial features. LOL. pretty bad.
i wish i got 20/15 but 20/20 is excellent!
if you are considering it, dont think twice, it will be the best investment you ever make. for those who have pretty bad eyesight, its worth every penny.
Ironic my thread was bumped since I went to the eye doctor today. Going back in 6 months to make sure my vision hasn't changed and if not (it really shouldn't, it's only slightly changed in years) then I'll be getting it next summer.
I have full blown astigmatism now. It sucks. Normal contacts are about $25 a box, give or take, mine are well over $100 a box.
[QUOTE=pete's montreux]I have full blown astigmatism now. It sucks. Normal contacts are about $25 a box, give or take, mine are well over $100 a box.[/QUOTE]Wow. How come you pay so much?
[quote=jazz873]Wow. How come you pay so much?[/quote]
Because of the astigmatism. My doctor explained the costs to me once before but I can't remember.
[QUOTE=pete's montreux]I have full blown astigmatism now. It sucks. Normal contacts are about $25 a box, give or take, mine are well over $100 a box.[/QUOTE]
how much is your astigmatism? like a -1.00 or 1.25 or something or what
Lasik Surgery in the Philippines are much cheaper and safer.
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Thank you for your interest in Laser Refractive Surgery (Lasik,Lasek,PRK,etc). To answer your question: it depends on the eye.
Anyway, we have two options:
OPTION 1 (HIGH QUALITY )
2012 Price at St.Luke's has temporarily DROPPED! This will last up to May or June only.
Our packaged rates
Procedure ----------------------------- Regular Price Promo price
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2. PRK both eyes ---------------------- Php 69,048 58,000
3. Conventional LASIK both eyes Php 77,381 65,000
4. Conventional LASIK one eyes Php 39,286 33,000
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5. VisuMax Femto LASIK both eyes Php 110,000 88,000
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3)Assist Fee
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For screenings at St.Luke's QC, please call 722-2965 or 7230101 Loc 4142 and look for Mae or Melanie. Tell them you want to set up a Lasik Screen with Dr. Richie Nepomuceno. Ideally it would be on Saturdays so I can be there personally. Monday to Thursday is also okay but a colleague of mine will do the screening for me and I'll evaluate your records afterward and give you a call.
For screenings at St.Luke's Global City, please call 7897700 loc 2020 and look for Thur or Weng. Tell them you want to set up a Lasik Screen with Dr. Richie Nepomuceno. Ideally it would be on a Saturday morning so I can be there personally. Monday to Friday is also okay but a colleague of mine will do the screening for me and I'll evaluate your records afterward and give you a call.
What you need to remember is that you need to be OFF soft contact lenses for 3-4 days prior to the screening and surgery. If you wear hard contact lenses (RGP's,etc) then you need to be OFF these for about 2 weeks. Please allot 3 hours for the screening as we need to do a lot of tests to be sure it's safe for you. Please bring a companion on the day of screening as we will dilate your eyes and it would be difficult to drive for about 4 hours. Things will also be relatively bright during this time.
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[B]2012 Price at Fatima (both eyes, all in) Lasik is P54,000 while PRK/Lasek P50,000. The screening fee is an additional P1,500. At present, I have a 10K discount on my PF for PRK cash payments up to April 30, 2012 (So PRK is just 40K) . Sometimes we need to have additional tests done that will cost from 1-2K more.
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This Includes:
1)Hospital Fee
2)Surgeon's Fee
3)Assist Fee
4)Some Medications During and immediately after surgery
5) 12 months follow-up and retouching (NOT life time)
6) Free transportation service to Fatima for screening day & day of surgery.
Why is there a price difference? Quality comes at a price. St.Luke's Eye Center is JCIA accredited and has been operational since 2000. Fatima is NOT accredited by such a prestigious international quality control organization and started operations last 2007.
For my patients who are on a tight budget, Fatima is the way to go. Nobody else can match it “Bang for Buck”. Cheaper centers do not use the highly advanced Zeis MEL-80 laser platform. There are a few things we need to consider for Fatima Laser Surgeries:
1. there are some tests we still need to do at St.Luke’s which cost approximately 1K– 2K only.
2. Even if the transportation to and from Fatima on Surgery day is on us, the follow-ups must be done on Fatima. My schedule there is Wednesday mornings. An alternative many of my patients do is have the follow up tests done at Fatima at their convenient time (office hours ofcourse), then see me for followup at my other clinics in Manila or Quezon City.
In other words, you get what you pay for at St.Luke’s…while you get a lot more bang for your buck at Fatima Don’t get me wrong… okay na rin naman sa Fatima. To demonstrate, here’s a Philippine Daily Inquirer article on choosing a lasik center.
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[QUOTE=Andrei89]Yeh one more annoying thing about the surgery is that you have to use 3 sets of drops 4 times a day (every 6 hours) for like 2 weeks.
It's annoying waking up at 6 am or at 12 am for that sh1t[/QUOTE]
How's your eyesight right now?