LASIK is a procedure that restores vision in those people who suf fer from nearsightedness,
farsightedness or have astigmatism (causing distor ted and/or blurred vision). Aside from enabling
the patient to discard their old, cumbersome and unsightly glasses and/or their inconvenient contact
enses, there are many benefits to the procedure:

1. LASIK procedure yields immediate results. As soon as the procedure is complete, you will notice a remarkable improvement in your vision, which continues to improve throughout the healing process.
2. LASIK is a quick procedure, taking only five to fifteen minutes to complete in both eyes.
3. The procedure is essentially pain-free. Anesthetic drops are instilled in the eyes prior to the procedure and is the only anesthesia needed during the ‘surgery.’ 
4. Most patients are able to return to work the day after the procedure.
5. The LASIK procedure restores peripheral vision; something that glasses cannot do.
6. The procedure is typically a permanent solution for visual disturbances. Most patients never need to wear glasses for distance again or have a repeat procedure.
7. It is a relatively inexpensive process which can be deducted from a tax-deferred Health Savings or Flexible Spending Account.
8. In addition to being relatively inexpensive, the procedure can ultimately save the patient money.The patient no longer has to spend money on glasses, prescription sunglasses, contacts and related eye drops.
9. Complications of the LASIK Procedure  less than 1% and in those patients, complications typically merely include discomfort, as previously discussed.
10. LASIK is a life enhancing procedure. There is no more inconvenience of wearing glasses, having to use two different pairs of glasses (one for distance, one for reading), not having to worry about losing glasses and not being able to function until they can be replaced.