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LASIK surgery
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09/16/20 12:45 AM
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Tr24512
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Scheduled to have LASIK done next week. What kind of results have you had? Is it worth it?
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Re: LASIK surgery
[Re: Tr24512]
#13701889
09/16/20 12:52 AM
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PaulGrapevine
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Got mine done in 2006. Best $3k I ever spent.
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Re: LASIK surgery
[Re: Tr24512]
#13701895
09/16/20 12:59 AM
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Tr24512
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How long did it take to heal up completely? They told me no swimming, dust, dirt, etc. for a month. Is that about right?
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Re: LASIK surgery
[Re: Tr24512]
#13701901
09/16/20 01:08 AM
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Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 638
Dr. Crank
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Had mine done in October of 2000. I thought it was crazy high at the time (3,400.00) didn’t take 30 minutes total time. Best money i have ever spent. Now over 60, i need to wear reading glasses for close, but i can still see a golf ball in the air as far as i can hit it. Don’t remember the length of healing time i do remember the smoke clearing by the next morning and putting drops in for the next 6 months. Go have it done, you won’t regret it.
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Re: LASIK surgery
[Re: Tr24512]
#13701910
09/16/20 01:23 AM
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Brent S
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Had it done a year and a half ago. Very happy with the results. Make sure you take an advil or tylenol before you go to the procedure, preferably a PM version. The first night was rough, but after that it isn't bad.
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Re: LASIK surgery
[Re: Tr24512]
#13701938
09/16/20 01:45 AM
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PaulGrapevine
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How long did it take to heal up completely? They told me no swimming, dust, dirt, etc. for a month. Is that about right? I don’t remember exactly. The first couple of weeks were a ton of eye drops. I think I was back to normal after about 2 months. The technology has gotten better in the last 15 years too.
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Re: LASIK surgery
[Re: Tr24512]
#13701988
09/16/20 02:47 AM
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Joined: Jan 2007
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Techfisher
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I had it done in 1999. Think it was about 3k for both eyes. Only had to get reading glasses in the last 3 years. I still have good long distance vision. I used eye drops for about a month and I was good to go after that. Just watch out for dust and other [censored] flying around...use those eye drops if you feel anything in your eyes. You'd be surprised how quickly your eyes will heal up.
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Re: LASIK surgery
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#13701996
09/16/20 03:03 AM
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Joined: Oct 2007
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cob
TFF Team Angler
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Had In 2001. Large corrections. Twice on left eye and 3 times on Right. Best thing I ever did. I am light sensitive and wear sunglasses any time I’m outside (have five different color lenses). The only negative- I am now left eye dominant. Sure makes shooting difficult.
Some people go to church and think about fishing. Some go fishing and think about God.
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Re: LASIK surgery
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#13702000
09/16/20 03:07 AM
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Joined: Nov 2014
Posts: 25,442
SteezMacQueen
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The new techniques they are using is literally an out-patient procedure and you are good to go the next day. You’ll have to wear the dark shades the day of, then the next day you’ll be great with 20/20 or better.
Also, bout $1k an eye nowadays.
Eat. Sleep. Fish.
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Re: LASIK surgery
[Re: Tr24512]
#13702023
09/16/20 03:32 AM
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Joined: Oct 2010
Posts: 1,947
96speed
Extreme Angler
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Had mine done 4-5 years ago. My regular vision is as good as it ever was with corrective lenses. That's the good part. My eyes are much more sensitive to light/dark than before. I still need eye drops a few times a week. Lastly, my night vision is very poor. I don't know that I would or would not do it again. I think the pros outweigh the cons but you will have to make that decision.
Female drivers = No survivors
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Re: LASIK surgery
[Re: SteezMacQueen]
#13702025
09/16/20 03:35 AM
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Joined: Oct 2010
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96speed
Extreme Angler
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The new techniques they are using is literally an out-patient procedure and you are good to go the next day. You’ll have to wear the dark shades the day of, then the next day you’ll be great with 20/20 or better.
Also, bout $1k an eye nowadays. Not really accurate. Cost/technique vary. Most places say they have the latest proprietary machines. Some will push for financing like a car dealership. Go to a few consultations and get a feel for yourself. Graduating last in med school still gets you an MD. Being the most expensive doesn't mean you're the best, either.
Female drivers = No survivors
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Re: LASIK surgery
[Re: 96speed]
#13702033
09/16/20 03:42 AM
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Joined: Nov 2014
Posts: 25,442
SteezMacQueen
TFF Guru
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TFF Guru
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The new techniques they are using is literally an out-patient procedure and you are good to go the next day. You’ll have to wear the dark shades the day of, then the next day you’ll be great with 20/20 or better.
Also, bout $1k an eye nowadays. Not really accurate. Cost/technique vary. Most places say they have the latest proprietary machines. Some will push for financing like a car dealership. Go to a few consultations and get a feel for yourself. Graduating last in med school still gets you an MD. Being the most expensive doesn't mean you're the best, either. It was my personal experience. Sorry if it doesn’t add up for ya.
Eat. Sleep. Fish.
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Re: LASIK surgery
[Re: Tr24512]
#13702046
09/16/20 04:37 AM
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Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 4,706
Big Possum
TFF Team Angler
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TFF Team Angler
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How old are you that got it done? I'm 68 and wondering if I should try having it done.
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Re: LASIK surgery
[Re: Tr24512]
#13702064
09/16/20 07:22 AM
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Joined: Jul 2013
Posts: 6,868
Brent S
TFF Celebrity
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TFF Celebrity
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Got it done when I was 28
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