Sometimes for a variety of reasons, refractive laser surgery is not an option for some patients. For example, this can be due to the high degree of nearsightedness / farsightedness / astigmatism or from the patients’ corneal thickness.

Corneal thickness plays an important role, especially for LASIK, if the cornea is too thin, laser refractive surgery should not be performed as it can cause complications and a poor outcome. As well, currently, laser refractive surgery only corrects for distance vision, for many patients over the age of 40, reading and intermediate vision are also a concern. With age our natural lens in the eye does not accommodate as it once did and reading glasses become necessary.

For patients who are not eligible for laser refractive surgery, options are still available to become free to glasses or contact lenses. For example Implantable contact lens, Intacs corneal implants or Clear Lens Exchange.

Contact us today to discuss your options!
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