Lasik surgery?

[UrbanWolf]

Has anyone done those? Is a realistic cost about $2000 per eye? I just want to know before let a doc rob my bank. I've saved up almost an entire year for this.

[Rooskibar03]

Last time I looked into it, 2-2500 total was going rate from someone reputable. Never pulled the trigger, cuss myself every time I change contacts.

[GilpinGuy]

I'm interested in the responses as well. I know a guy who went to Mexico for it in the late 90's and got it for about $500 total. I told him he was out of his mind (and still think he was) but he's still fine.

I'd spend the dough and get here in the US though. I thought I'd heard "specials" on the radio at Spivac (sp?) and others for $1K per eye though.

[Clint45]

You need to be a good candidate for Lasik if you want a good experience. If you have problems with dry eye, allergies, frequent vision changes, or severe astigmatism you might want to pass, as the side effects can be serious if you have eye issues other than poor vision. Even with a best case scenario, there is still a moderate risk of deteriorating night vision or corneal erosion. Be fully informed, do your research, and pick a surgeon with an excellent reputation, even if you need to wait a few months to get an appointment. Not all Lasik surgeons are equal.

[Danimal]

I got mine done in the military, well I got PRK in the military. It sucked, but it was the best thing that I ever did.

[The Rat]

I had PRK done a few years ago for $3600 total and it was the best money I ever spent. Went with these guys for it based on a recommendation from my optometrist: http://eyecenternoco.com/

[Hound]

Last time I looked into it, 2-2500 total was going rate from someone reputable. Never pulled the trigger, cuss myself every time I change contacts.

This is what I would expect. I had it done for about $2600. Love it. Biggest thing I can recommend is that slow is better. They measured my eyes over 3-4 months. Then they took the average of all the readings. Your eyes actaully change shape for many different reasons like time of day, brightness, barometric pressure, if you just woke up, rubbing them, etc. If they just measure and cut... Not good. Take your time and pay for a good surgeon. Your eyes are not a good place to go cheap.

[Richard K]

I had it done 10 years ago and paid $3,000. Had my vision checked last month and I'm still 20/20. Best money I ever spent.

[joeyshoe]

I had lasik done about 8 years ago. I didn't get it paid off until a year ago, but it's one of the best decisions I've ever made. Glasses and contacts were such a pain and after dealing with them my whole life, I just got tired of it. I've had no problems with it. I was up and running within a few days after the surgery. I had the interlase operation where they use lasers to cut your eye Vs. the blade. It was a strange sensation to see your vision go away. After the "cut," they asked me to walk to the other station. I couldn't see anything but bright white light. My wife was watching as they led me to the bed. I had my eyes open and tried to see where I was going but there was just nothing. She said that my eyes had no color, just white. I guess it freaked her out pretty bad. anyway, no regrets here!

[th3w01f]

I did it in 2000 when I was 30 and I have to agree that it's the best money I've ever spent; 13 years later and my vision is still 20/20. I used Dr. Spivack as did my wife about 3 years ago (she is very happy as well). They were great to deal with and have a lifetime guarantee. http://www.yelp.com/biz/spivack-visi...r-centennial-3