After yet ANOTHER 'eye' issue

I have decided to schedule a consultation for lasik. I am so excited and am hoping it is not going to cost me an excessive amount of money. MY consultation is on wednesday(next wednesday) at 430.

Anyone have any advice?


YAY... I might actually be able to SEE on my wedding day!

Who are you going to? I had it done in 2001 and it's the BEST thing I have EVER done!! YOU MUST and I STRESS MUST... DO YOUR RESEARCH!!!! There are a lot of 'unqualified' people out there. So just be sure of the credentials, peoples references, etc.

Good luck and I hope if you do it you have results like I did... FANTASTIC!

I went to Dr. Weinstein in Commack. All my cousins went to him. He's amazing.

Good luck!! I had it done about 3 years and it was one of the best things I ever did. It's so amazing not to have to think about glasses or contacts after anymore after so many years. Not to mention more convenient. I'd just make sure you're comfortable with the doctor and s/he has lots of experience. Also, check with your insurance to see if they'll cover it - a lot don't, but my FH and I went to the same guy (before we ever met!) and he paid $10 while I paid many many times that. There are also financing options, which is what I did.

Hope the consultation goes well!

The docter I am going to is very well known and FH's dad has been going to him for years for regular eye care.


I am so excited and I hope that Im not blown away by the price.

Keep me posted please - I'm curious to know the price as well.

Mom got it done about eight years ago and it was the best decision she's ever made in her life (what she said...)

i had it done best decision i made - i am a person who pushed the limit (iwas not a good candiate) but worth it for me - made decision lot harder

remember to not wear your contacts for a few days before so they can properly measure your eye - they want the top layer that regrows every 48 hours to as perfect as possible and contacts change that

I had it done two years ago and have loved every minute since. Let me know if you have any questions.

And look into your insurance - some companies are paying a portion of the costs.

Thanks for all the comments!!

I have no idea how much it will cost as I have heard anywhere from 2500 to 6000.

I will keep everyone posted because I am really exicted to start the process and hopefully complete the surgery.

Can those ofyou that had it done FM me prices?

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Posted by snowprincess805

i had it done best decision i made - i am a person who pushed the limit (iwas not a good candiate) but worth it for me - made decision lot harder

remember to not wear your contacts for a few days before so they can properly measure your eye - they want the top layer that regrows every 48 hours to as perfect as possible and contacts change that

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what makes one not a good candidate?


Jen-that is awesome, Good luck! I know I am sick of my Contacts!!!!

I got lasik 6 months ago!

It is the best thing ever and worth every penny.

It took 3 months for my eyes to totally adjust, I had trouble with light sensitivity and dryness.

Now, everything is great and I have 20/15 vision.

FM me if you want more details.

I would definitely recommend the place I went to (office in Manhattan and Garden City).

I know people that have had this, and love it... no problems... good luck!

I had this done 1 1/2 years ago. Best thing I ever did. I had terrible vision, and now i have 20/20.

It is soo nice not having to deal with glasses or contacts. I did a lot of research and decided to go with Dr. James Kelly, here is his website:

Link

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Posted by TheBigDay

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Posted by snowprincess805

i had it done best decision i made - i am a person who pushed the limit (iwas not a good candiate) but worth it for me - made decision lot harder

remember to not wear your contacts for a few days before so they can properly measure your eye - they want the top layer that regrows every 48 hours to as perfect as possible and contacts change that

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what makes one not a good candidate?


Jen-that is awesome, Good luck! I know I am sick of my Contacts!!!!

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I think it involves the state of your corneas and if they are able to handle the re-shaping

Good Luck Jen!!!

I would LOVE to get that done myself. I have always thought about doing it but never went for it.
Ahhh...I could just imagine no more contacts or glasses.

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Posted by Jen2999

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Posted by TheBigDay

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Posted by snowprincess805

i had it done best decision i made - i am a person who pushed the limit (iwas not a good candiate) but worth it for me - made decision lot harder

remember to not wear your contacts for a few days before so they can properly measure your eye - they want the top layer that regrows every 48 hours to as perfect as possible and contacts change that

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what makes one not a good candidate?


Jen-that is awesome, Good luck! I know I am sick of my Contacts!!!!

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I think it involves the state of your corneas and if they are able to handle the re-shaping

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Yeah, I think that's most of it - also how long your prescription has been stable.

Jen,

Can you ask what the effect is on night vision? I heard that it makes your vision spotty at night which is not good since I drive at night.