Laser Vision Breakthrough : Everything You Need to Consider Before Making the Decision

by BRINT, STEPHEN MDKENNEDY, DENNIS OD

• ISBN13: 9780761520870
• ISBN10: 0761520872
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2000-04-01
• Publisher: Prima Lifestyles

Summary

Laser vision correction has helped hundreds of thousands of people throw away their eyeglasses or contact lenses. You've heard about it on the news or read about it in a magazine. You may even know someone who's had this surgery. But just whatisthis revolutionary operation? Laser vision correction is a surgical procedure in which a surgeon reshapes your cornea with a computer-controlled laser. The laser actually transfers your current eyeglass or contact lens prescription onto the surface of your eye. InThe Laser Vision Breakthrough,you'll discover a detailed account of the pros and cons of this exciting medical procedure. Scientifically edited for accuracy by a medical advisory board, this book provides you with reliable, up-to-date information on all aspects of this life-changing surgery, including: How to determine if laser vision correction is right for you Possible risks and complications How to find the best doctor The difference between the PRK and LASIK procedures What to expect during a consultation and pre-operative examination And much more! This book was written in association with TLC Laser Eye Centers, the largest laser vision correction provider in North America.

Author Biography

<b>Corinne Kuypers-Denlinger,</b> who had laser vision correction in 1995 has worked as senior vice president for 20/20 Laser Centers and as vice president for TLC Laser Eye Centers. She resides in Gaithersburg, Maryland.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	xi
Preface	xv
Introduction	xvii
What Is Laser Vision Correction?	1	(20)
Who Has Laser Vision Correction?	21	(20)
Am I a Candidate for Laser Vision Correction?	41	(26)
How Can I Find the Best Doctor?	67	(24)
What's the First Step?	91	(28)
What Can I Expect?	119	(28)
Is Laser Vision Correction Safe?	147	(26)
What Can I Expect to Pay for Laser Vision Correction?	173	(26)
Should I Wait Until the Technology Gets Better?	199	(22)
Has the FDA Approved Laser Vision Correction?	221	(20)
Conclusion	241	(4)
Glossary of Terms	245	(12)
Appendix A: History of Refractive Surgery	257	(4)
Appendix B: Am I a Candidate?	261	(6)
Appendix C: Frequently Asked Questions	267	(4)
Appendix D: Tough Questions to Ask Your Doctor	271	(6)
Appendix E: Fifty Steps to Improved Vision	277	(6)
Appendix F: Participating in Your Own Care	283	(2)
Appendix G: Potential Complications of Refractive Surgery	285	(6)
Appendix H: Vision Correction Alternatives	291	(6)
Appendix I: Resources	297	(6)
Index	303