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How many of you have had LASIK eye surgery?
Posted on 6/23/24 at 1:02 pm
Posted on 6/23/24 at 1:02 pm
And how much did you pay? I’m assuming my insurance won’t cover it. I have a decent amount of money in my HSA that I would probably use.
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Posted on 6/23/24 at 1:02 pm to notiger1997
It was about 4 grand and one of the best decisions I’ve ever made
Posted on 6/23/24 at 1:03 pm to notiger1997
About $5k when I got it done 15 years ago. Best decision ever.
Posted on 6/23/24 at 1:05 pm to Arthur Bach
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It was about 4 grand and one of the best decisions I’ve ever made
Same. I should have done it much younger.
quote:This is what I did. Make sure that where you go the charge is clearly stated. This $799 an eye places are typically only for the surgery and you have to pay for all the follow up visits etc.
I have a decent amount of money in my HSA that I would probably use.
Posted on 6/23/24 at 1:05 pm to Arthur Bach
About $2,000.00 the higher price at the Lasik Institute covered re-do's.
Posted on 6/23/24 at 1:06 pm to notiger1997
$3700 a year ago. Had vision insurance which saved me about $500...would do it again in a heartbeat.
Posted on 6/23/24 at 1:07 pm to notiger1997
My son just got it. $3700 for both eyes. Insurance paid nothing.
This post was edited on 6/23/24 at 1:08 pm
Posted on 6/23/24 at 1:07 pm to notiger1997
I need to do LASIK. But I’m kinda scared honestly about having elective work done on my eyes.
But contacts are getting so expensive. Seems they’ve doubled in price.
But contacts are getting so expensive. Seems they’ve doubled in price.
Posted on 6/23/24 at 1:09 pm to notiger1997
My wife had it down >10 yrs ago. She’s been very pleased. I think it was $3k then
Posted on 6/23/24 at 1:10 pm to biglego
I was kind of scared for a long time, but I’m ready. I mostly just wear glasses. I seem to have allergy eyes that get itchy and shite all the time and when I wear contacts I can usually only keep them in for 3 or 4 hours.
Posted on 6/23/24 at 1:10 pm to biglego
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I need to do LASIK. But I’m kinda scared honestly about having elective work done on my eyes.
But contacts are getting so expensive. Seems they’ve doubled in price.
Don’t be. They’ve been doing it for a couple decades and it’s perfectly routine and safe. Complications are extremely rare.
In terms of the ROI, if you’re early 20s you could come out ahead if you don’t need lenses again until you’re in your 40s.
Posted on 6/23/24 at 1:11 pm to notiger1997
I did. $4500 and not covered but well worth it. My vision was -3.25 in the right and -4.5 in the left
Posted on 6/23/24 at 1:11 pm to notiger1997
~$2K somewhere around 20 years ago. Great decision. Understand that the surgery will have no impact on the fact that you will eventually need readers as you age.
I used Dr. Singer. I would recommend him if he’s still doing it.
I used Dr. Singer. I would recommend him if he’s still doing it.
Posted on 6/23/24 at 1:12 pm to notiger1997
4k around 10 years ago. Love it.
Posted on 6/23/24 at 1:13 pm to notiger1997
I had it done for both eyes about 18 years ago which means what I paid then is sort of irrelevant today (since I don’t remember what I paid any way 
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My visual acuity went from 20/400 to 20/15 which it still is today.
). My visual acuity went from 20/400 to 20/15 which it still is today.
Posted on 6/23/24 at 1:14 pm to notiger1997
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This post was edited on 6/23/24 at 1:40 pm
Posted on 6/23/24 at 1:15 pm to notiger1997
$3600 when done 20 years ago. Still see great and no reading glasses unless it's tiny print. 57 YO friend was told that the lense replacement for cataracts gives your perfect vision forever, no degradation as you age. Cost is comparable and can be partially covered on insurance in.most cases. Hoth surgeries are considered routine.
Posted on 6/23/24 at 1:17 pm to Dadren
I’d love to do it, but man fricking with my eyes???? All it takes us one sneeze or cough
And out go the lights.
And out go the lights.
Posted on 6/23/24 at 1:33 pm to notiger1997
I had Lasik about 12 years ago. Paid $4500. It's worth every cent I'm so thankful I got it done. 
Posted on 6/23/24 at 2:04 pm to dukke v
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I’d love to do it, but man fricking with my eyes???? All it takes us one sneeze or cough
And out go the lights
Sneezing during surgery won’t affect the outcome of the procedure, pose any significant risks, or disrupt the surgery. The advanced laser tracks your eye movements and constantly screens, monitors, and measures the position of the eye, making real-time adjustments.
It even has an automatic shutdown feature that activates if there is any sudden movement to avoid damaging any tissue in your eye. If you sneeze or move, the laser will automatically pause and resume when you’re still again. It will readjust its position to ensure precise application. This ensures a safe, accurate, and precise procedure.
The lasers used have a fast response time and can adapt to movement. The surgeon will also be monitoring eye movements during the procedure and will pause if needed.
The laser contacts each eye for only a few seconds, so there’s no need to worry about sneezing or holding still for long. So, the odds of experiencing a sneeze during that concise time frame are low. The quickness of the procedure eliminates any fear of movement.
Additionally, the surgeon and their team are highly trained to handle unexpected situations during the procedure, ensuring successful and smooth surgery even with minor interruptions.
I've had cataract lense replacement surgery and a vitrectomy. I absolutely hate anyone or anything near my eyes. You'll be ok.
I had this done about two months ago...that's a light, cutting tool and vacuum. I was awake.
This post was edited on 6/23/24 at 2:05 pm
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