LASIK Candidate
What Makes a Good LASIK Surgery Candidate
LASIK is used to treat virtually all refractive conditions that cause distance vision to be unclear (near-sightedness, far-sightedness). LASIK cannot restore focusing flexibility for near objects, the normal aging process known as presbyopia. It does not create clear vision in an eye with amblyopia, otherwise known as "lazy eye."
Again, the vast majority of people that experience blurred vision can be treated with the LASIK procedure.
In general, to be eligible for LASIK you should:
 Be at least 18 years of age
Must not be pregnant or nursing
Must have a correctable vision problem (near- or far-sightedness)
Have a stable prescription (the same prescription) for at least 1 year
Have healthy eyes
Be in good general health
| Ranges for LASIK correction: |
Low |
Moderate |
High |
| Myopia (Nearsightedness) |
-1.0 to -3.0 |
-3.0 to -6.0 |
> -6.0 |
| Hyperopia (Farsightedness) |
+1.0 to + 2.0 |
+2.0 to +4.0 |
> +4.0 |
| Astigmatism |
0 to -1.0 |
-1.0 to -3.0 |
> -3.0 |
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