When you may want to see a LASIK doctor in Laguna Hills

Many people have heard of LASIK surgery, and know that it relates to vision, but do not fully understand the problems this procedure can correct. Dr. George Salib is an experienced eye doctor who has helped many men and women find freedom from eyeglasses using state-of-the-art laser eye surgery. If vision improvement is something you seek, a consultation with LASIK doctor George Salib in Laguna Hills is in order.

LASIK stands for laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis. This laser-assisted surgical procedure is performed to correct one of numerous vision problems. After this surgery, patients find that their need for corrective lenses is either greatly reduced or eliminated.

Falling into the category of refractive eye surgery, the goal of LASIK is to reshape the cornea at the front of the eye so that light rays that enter the eye are properly bent, or refracted. When not refracted properly, light rays may over-shoot the retina or fall short of this mark, thereby reducing clarity of vision.

Many people choose to visit The Orange County Eye Institute to learn more about LASIK eye surgery when wearing eyeglasses or contact lenses has become unappealing or uncomfortable. This procedure has a proven record of success producing favorable results. This does not mean, however, that LASIK is right for everyone. We are happy to provide details of treatment during your consultation visit.

When LASIK may be appropriate

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Refractive eye surgery like LASIK reshapes the cornea by first creating a flap and then reshaping the dome to a more suitable curvature. LASIK is suitable for several problems, including:

Astigmatism, which blurs vision at all distances, is caused by a misshapen cornea. In this condition, the cornea may be steeper in some areas and flatter in others, leading to the general blurriness noted with this problem.
Farsightedness (hyperopia). Farsighted people can see objects at a distance more clearly than up close.
Nearsightedness (myopia). Nearsighted people can clearly see objects to which they are closer, but those in the distance are blurry.

Not being able to see clearly, whether at a distance or up close can create stress and frustration. Correct vision problems with safe and effective solutions available with your Laguna Hills eye doctor. Contact The Orange County Eye Institute to learn more about our services.