FAQs

I would hope that your doctor, who is reputable, would have clearly informed you that there is a healing period, more so with Custom Cornea. Your healing doesn’t seem very unusual. You should get better over time. Of course, you may need a touch-up, which should not be done usually before 3 months.

Andrew Caster, MD

Martial arts after PRK is fine, but I would not recommend Lasik for anyone who expected to get hit in the eye, such as a boxer.

Andrew Caster, MD

It has been known for several years.

Andrew Caster, MD

495 is fine, depending on your prescription as well as other factors. Go get another opinion.

Andrew Caster, MD

It should get better over the next 3-6 months. There is also a drop, Alphagan, that can significantly improve the halos.

Both should be used. If the numbers are different, I believe that you should redo the undilated and then use that number.

Andrew Caster, MD

Yes, the tiredness may be a sign. You should see a retinal specialist.

Andrew Caster, MD

Your result probably had nothing to do with your exercise. You may need an enhancement. No further drops will help.

Andrew Caster, MD

Lasik for your range is at or slightly above the maximum what most doctors recommend.

Andrew Caster, MD

TLC is a chain and may be the largest.

Andrew Caster, MD

No, your cornea is not too thin for Lasik.

Andrew Caster, MD

No, there is no difference in overcorrection rates, if the proper adjustments are made.

Andrew Caster, MD

Whether to have monovison or not is a very personal decision. Pleasediscuss this thoroughly with your eye surgeon.

Andrew Caster, MD

Many of our patients do travel to us from outside of the United States. Please contact Diane in our office.

Andrew Caster, MD 
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