Age-related changes
Presbyopia develops with age and affects near vision, with or without prior surgery.
Contact Lenses
Contact Lenses After LASIK in Doral, FL
Vision After LASIK
LASIK is a procedure that reshapes the cornea to correct your prescription. Many people see well without glasses after surgery.
Even so, over the years some people may need some form of vision correction again, whether for distance, for near tasks or in specific situations like driving at night.
Untreated cornea
Cornea after reshaping
Why Might I Still Need Vision Correction?
There are several common reasons, and none of them necessarily means something went wrong:
Residual prescription
A small prescription may remain or return over time.
Night vision
Some people notice halos or glare in low light.
Ocular surface
Dry eye can affect the quality of your vision.
Changes in Corneal Surface & Shape
After LASIK, the center of the cornea is usually flatter than the edges. That is the expected result of the procedure.
Because of that different shape, standard contact lenses don't always sit the same way. That's why some fittings require a specialized evaluation. In a few cases the cornea may show other changes, which are assessed individually.
Lens Options
Depending on your needs and the shape of your cornea, options may include:
Eyeglasses
For specific tasks or as everyday support.
Soft lenses
Some designs can work well in certain cases.
Gas permeable lenses
Rigid designs that can be fitted to the new corneal shape.
Scleral lenses
Larger-diameter lenses that vault over the cornea.
Specialty Lenses
Some gas permeable lens designs are made for corneas with a different central shape. They hold their form and can provide a smooth optical surface.
More About Gas Permeable LensesScleral Lenses
Scleral lenses rest on the white of the eye rather than the cornea, so corneal shape has less influence on how they sit. The fluid-filled space between the lens and the cornea is also considered for eyes with dryness.
Whether they are right for you is determined during your evaluation.
More About Scleral Lenses- Scleral lens
- Cornea
- Space over the cornea (vault)
- Ocular surface (sclera)
Personalized Fitting
History
Your prior surgery and how your vision has changed are reviewed.
Evaluation
The shape of your cornea and your ocular surface are assessed.
Trial & adjustments
The chosen lens is tried and adjusted if needed.
Follow-up
Follow-up visits are scheduled based on your case.
How Can Dr. Belkis Perez, OD Help?
Every case of vision after LASIK is different. Dr. Belkis Perez, OD takes the time to understand how you see, what bothers you and what you need day to day before reviewing vision correction options.
If a specialty contact lens is considered, the fitting is personalized and includes follow-up care as appropriate for your case. When appropriate, referral to other eye care professionals is also considered.
- Evaluation of your vision and ocular surface
- Review of your history and symptoms
- Your visual needs: work, screens, driving, sports
- Personalized lens fitting when appropriate
- Follow-up care based on your case
Frequently asked questions
Related correction options
- Scleral Contact LensesScleral lenses are larger-diameter specialty lenses that rest on the white of the eye and vault over the cornea. They are often considered for irregular corneas.Explore
- Gas Permeable Contact LensesGas permeable lenses are rigid lenses that keep their shape on the eye and can provide sharp vision in certain cases, including some irregular corneas.Explore
- Condition
- Need
- Correction option
- Evaluation
- Appointment
General information only. It does not replace a professional exam; the right option is determined during a visit with Dr. Belkis Perez, OD.
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Book your appointment with Dr. Belkis Perez, OD to review the best option for your eyes.
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