How Long Do LASIK Results Last?

LASIK technology has improved considerably in recent years, giving the treatment its highest success rate. This is reflected in the results, with relatively few patients requiring touch-up surgery in the years following the initial procedure. Compared to a lifetime of continually replacing glasses and contacts, LASIK can be an attractive and convenient alternative. 

At Ventura Eye Institute in Camarillo, California, our eye health specialists can assess your eyes' health, the current accuracy of your vision, and other factors to determine whether you’re a good candidate for the LASIK procedure. We can also help you become more informed about what to expect in the years ahead after LASIK. 

What happens during LASIK

At Ventura Eye Institute, our LASIK eye surgeons use bladeless surgical techniques. This means that an actual scalpel is not used near your eye; instead, we use two precise lasers. First, a femtosecond laser separates a thin flap from your cornea, providing access to the structures underneath. 

Then, our surgeons use an excimer laser to correct your eyesight before replacing the corneal flap over your eye. This part of your eye heals quickly and seamlessly, and within just a few weeks, you’ll be enjoying the full results of LASIK, which can last the rest of your life. 

LASIK’s longevity  

While other conditions, such as cataracts and retinopathy, can still cause eyesight to deteriorate in the years following LASIK, the procedure permanently corrects refractive errors. Modern, bladeless LASIK typically only requires one surgery, and over 95% of patients are satisfied with their results. 

This is a remarkable success rate and reflects how advanced LASIK has become. The dependability of LASIK results has led many people to become interested in having their vision corrected with laser surgery, even with the slight chance that they might need a revision later on to maintain results.

Potential candidates for LASIK should be in relatively good health, with a stable lens prescription that hasn’t changed significantly over the past year. Women seeking laser eye surgery should be finished having children, as pregnancy can affect your eyesight. 

A specialist will test your cornea to ensure it is adequately thick enough to undergo surgery, and once you’re cleared for the procedure, you can begin planning for LASIK and great vision. If you do need revision, it’s usually after the ten-year mark. However, the odds are that your LASIK results will last your lifetime.

To learn more about LASIK and determine whether you’re a candidate, call Ventura Eye Institute at 805-388-1211 or visit the contact page for more options.