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Thinking about it....
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Yes.
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Yes.
I`m sure all the details you added really helped him out immensely. :D
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I`m sure all the details you added really helped him out immensely. :D
Stick to the thread topic, titty milker.
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I was thinking about ordering this to save some money ;D
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Had it done in early 2000’s, still have perfect vision to this day
If anyones thinking about doing it, get it done as fast as you can when you are young, the older you get the more you might not be a candidate due to potential complications
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Yes, got it done in 2020.
My eyes weren’t that bad. Needed them for distance but never wore glasses.
However, after getting lasik such a difference.
The weaker your eyes or if you have a stigmatism it gets more expensive.
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Did it in December 2018 and wished I’d done it sooner. My vision was worse than 20/600 and now it’s perfect. There is a need for reading glasses though now sometimes.
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Had it done in early 2000’s, still have perfect vision to this day
If anyones thinking about doing it, get it done as fast as you can when you are young, the older you get the more you might not be a candidate due to potential complications
I was hoping to have and willing to pay extra for laser-assisted cataract surgery which would have eliminated the need for glasses. However the doctor felt traditional cataract surgery would ultimately give me sharper vision, so that is the surgery I went with. Now I only need glasses for reading. My distance vision was corrected so that the sharpest vision would be around 5 ft away.
Cataract surgery made an immediate and huge difference it my vision clarity and brightness. What previously looked off white is now bright white. Colors look purer.
It is advised to always wear sunglasses in daylight even if it is a cloudy day to avoid damaging the eyes. My new glasses have all the features of my old ones, progressive, transitions, anti-scratch, antiglare and the best possible plastic available. I also chose expensive frames. Fortunately VSP insurance pays a good portion of the cost coupled with discounted prices. I ended up paying a little less than $700 out of pocket.
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My eyes long distance started going a few years ago. Before that i had 20/13 vision. I don't need glasses for reading, anything 15 feet or less is perfect vision. I initially got contacts and it worked, but it was hadd to read or be on my phone. I also used glasses. However, I quickly became sick of both and just squinted. The big problem is that at night, it's really hard for me to drive. So here I am, thinking about doing lasix!
Thanks guyz any info helps!
Anyone pay out of pocket, without insurance? And if so how much?
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My eyes long distance started going a few years ago. Before that i had 20/13 vision. I don't need glasses for reading, anything 15 feet or less is perfect vision. I initially got contacts and it worked, but it was hadd to read or be on my phone. I also used glasses. However, I quickly became sick of both and just squinted. The big problem is that at night, it's really hard for me to drive. So here I am, thinking about doing lasix!
Thanks guyz any info helps!
Anyone pay out of pocket, without insurance? And if so how much?
When I was younger back in the freakin` dark ages I had a buddy who was around 42 years old.....the fucker was as blind as a bat without his glasses and I used to bust his balls about it......he told me watch you prick when you hit 40 your eyes will go.
Well I always had perfect vision....when I hit 40 just like Nostradamus said .............GLASSES!!
I wish I did the surgery back then but some people call me the handsome man with glasses just like Nasser.....others call me a god! ;D
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Stick to the thread topic, titty milker.
Hey,somebody`s gotta` bust your balls sweetie!! :D
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When I was younger back in the freakin` dark ages I had a buddy who was around 42 years old.....the fucker was as blind as a bat without his glasses and I used to bust his balls about it......he told me watch you prick when you hit 40 your eyes will go.
Well I always had perfect vision....when I hit 40 just like Nostradamus said .............GLASSES!!
I wish I did the surgery back then but some people call me the handsome man with glasses just like Nasser.....others call me a god! ;D
Have you seen bhanky with glasses? Would give prime Brad Pitt a run for his money in handsomeness
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My eyes long distance started going a few years ago. Before that i had 20/13 vision. I don't need glasses for reading, anything 15 feet or less is perfect vision. I initially got contacts and it worked, but it was hadd to read or be on my phone. I also used glasses. However, I quickly became sick of both and just squinted. The big problem is that at night, it's really hard for me to drive. So here I am, thinking about doing lasix!
Thanks guyz any info helps!
Anyone pay out of pocket, without insurance? And if so how much?
How much depends on what country you are in or in general where you go for it. In the U.S. it can cost anywhere from $1,000 to $4,000 per eye. It is generally considered elective or cosmetic surgery and not paid for by health insurance. However, some health insurance providers are starting to pick up at least a portion of the cost. Other plans have agreements with lasik surgery providers that lower the cost.
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Yop, in febuary.
Greatest thing ever.
I was scared as fuck and almost choked the day of the operation but knowing what it is now I'd do it again if I had too.
I am fortunate enough to not have any dryness problems but I know a few people that do.
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If for distance vision (almost all are), put on your distance glasses first thing and keep them on until bedtime.
Make a note of every time you need to take them off to see something up close. If you can tolerate this, then you can tolerate having 20/15 or 20/20 vision. You’ll likely need readers for up-close work like cutting fruits and vegetables, sewing, removing splinters reading fine print, brain surgery, etc.
One thing that the doc sort of glossed over is that they make your dominant eye 20/15 and your other one 20/20. This is to preserve some of your near vision. If I did it again I’d have both eyes 20/15.
I recall right after the procedure, looking through the eye colanders (you’ll see what I mean) and seeing objects in the distance with a clarity I’d never experienced – and it’s like an on-going magic trick.
When I had it done there was no insurance coverage for the procedure, but insurance did pay for the various post-care meds. If insurance starts paying for it, the price will go up. When I had the initial consultation I was quoted $3,600. I told them (sincerely) that I was going to get it done in a few months. The next week they called with a price of $3,200. Sold!
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If for distance vision (almost all are), put on your distance glasses first thing and keep them on until bedtime.
Make a note of every time you need to take them off to see something up close. If you can tolerate this, then you can tolerate having 20/15 or 20/20 vision. You’ll likely need readers for up-close work like cutting fruits and vegetables, sewing, removing splinters reading fine print, brain surgery, etc.
One thing that the doc sort of glossed over is that they make your dominant eye 20/15 and your other one 20/20. This is to preserve some of your near vision. If I did it again I’d have both eyes 20/15.
I recall right after the procedure, looking through the eye colanders (you’ll see what I mean) and seeing objects in the distance with a clarity I’d never experienced – and it’s like an on-going magic trick.
When I had it done there was no insurance coverage for the procedure, but insurance did pay for the various post-care meds. If insurance starts paying for it, the price will go up. When I had the initial consultation I was quoted $3,600. I told them (sincerely) that I was going to get it done in a few months. The next week they called with a price of $3,200. Sold!
This is very interesting. I am way passed the recommend age for Lasik so that wasn't an option.
With cataract surgery they put in a lens that corrected my vision for mid-range distance. I could probably get by with 'readers' from the pharmacy, but I don't find them comfortable to wear and I would still need sunglasses to protect my eyes. This approach seems like an inconvenience to me. I'd be carrying around two pair of glasses everywhere I went. Better to have glasses I can wear all the time which provide everything I need to see well and keep my eyes healthy.
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Yes.
I got it on December of 2004. My vision was 20/200 then, and is now 20/12 to 20/13. It has not dropped 1% in nearly 18 years.
Genetics for LASIK response are similar to genetics for steroid response: I had a friend who went in with 20/45 vision and came out with 20/20 in one eye, and 20/25 in the other. Meanwhile, my response was considerably better, and some others go in nearly blind, and come out with better than 20/20 vision.
The procedure cost me $1,800 CAD + travel costs to Toronto. That's like $1,350 USD. If I had to guess, the procedure either costs less now, or the technology has improved, or both.
Oh - and if I recall correctly, the total procedure time was 7 minutes for both eyes. You can smell your eyes burning from the laser. Apparently, it's not burning - but disrupting molecular bond frequencies in your cornea or something. But you can smell whatever it is.
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if your eyes havent been stable for a number of years you will just end up wearing glasses again
Your eyes deteriorate over time
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Yes.
I got it on December of 2004. My vision was 20/200 then, and is now 20/12 to 20/13. It has not dropped 1% in nearly 18 years.
Genetics for LASIK response are similar to genetics for steroid response: I had a friend who went in with 20/45 vision and came out with 20/20 in one eye, and 20/25 in the other. Meanwhile, my response was considerably better, and some others go in nearly blind, and come out with better than 20/20 vision.
The procedure cost me $1,800 CAD + travel costs to Toronto. That's like $1,350 USD. If I had to guess, the procedure either costs less now, or the technology has improved, or both.
Oh - and if I recall correctly, the total procedure time was 7 minutes for both eyes. You can smell your eyes burning from the laser. Apparently, it's not burning - but disrupting molecular bond frequencies in your cornea or something. But you can smell whatever it is.
My Stewie-Griffin-head-shaped corneas (astigmatism) had me pay more. Did they use a laser or a blade to cut the corneal flaps? Any sedation? I got one or two Xanax to keep me compliant.
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Yes. Totally worth it. Paid $5500, but this was back in 2010ish. It was probably one of the more expensive places. The Rock had Lasik by this doc, so you’ve gotta pay up for notoriety like that :D
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Have you seen bhanky with glasses? Would give prime Brad Pitt a run for his money in handsomeness
He`d put Brad to shame !! :D
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if your eyes havent been stable for a number of years you will just end up wearing glasses again
Your eyes deteriorate over time
A friend of mine who's about 60 had the procedure about 20 years ago. He recently had to get distance glasses. He has no regrets, though.
Doc told me that I have fat and juicy corneas, and since I love the results, I'd pay for it again after 20 years.
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My Stewie-Griffin-head-shaped corneas (astigmatism) had me pay more. Did they use a laser or a blade to cut the corneal flaps? Any sedation? I got one or two Xanax to keep me compliant.
Laser only, no sedation. The entire process was 7 minutes...if not 6.
I don't see any harm in using Xanax during the procedure, unless the Opthalmologist says otherwise. But I don't think you'll need anything.
My vision hasn't degraded even 1% in nearly 18 years.
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Thinking about it....
I have several co-workers and friends that have done this procedure and they are very pleased with the results! From what they tell me, it is a medical wonder. I am happy for them!
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way too much night glare from everyone I know who got it done... no thanks
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way too much night glare from everyone I know who got it done... no thanks
None of the folks I know that have had the surgery mentioned that. Perhaps they were just fortunate or their doctor was especially skilled?
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Hey,somebody`s gotta` bust your balls sweetie!! :D
Fuck you old man, love ya!!
The doc!
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How much depends on what country you are in or in general where you go for it. In the U.S. it can cost anywhere from $1,000 to $4,000 per eye. It is generally considered elective or cosmetic surgery and not paid for by health insurance. However, some health insurance providers are starting to pick up at least a portion of the cost. Other plans have agreements with lasik surgery providers that lower the cost.
Ty!
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If for distance vision (almost all are), put on your distance glasses first thing and keep them on until bedtime.
Make a note of every time you need to take them off to see something up close. If you can tolerate this, then you can tolerate having 20/15 or 20/20 vision. You’ll likely need readers for up-close work like cutting fruits and vegetables, sewing, removing splinters reading fine print, brain surgery, etc.
One thing that the doc sort of glossed over is that they make your dominant eye 20/15 and your other one 20/20. This is to preserve some of your near vision. If I did it again I’d have both eyes 20/15.
I recall right after the procedure, looking through the eye colanders (you’ll see what I mean) and seeing objects in the distance with a clarity I’d never experienced – and it’s like an on-going magic trick.
When I had it done there was no insurance coverage for the procedure, but insurance did pay for the various post-care meds. If insurance starts paying for it, the price will go up. When I had the initial consultation I was quoted $3,600. I told them (sincerely) that I was going to get it done in a few months. The next week they called with a price of $3,200. Sold!
Good to know, thank you!!
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if your eyes havent been stable for a number of years you will just end up wearing glasses again
Your eyes deteriorate over time
It's been about 2 + years bro..
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Yes.
I got it on December of 2004. My vision was 20/200 then, and is now 20/12 to 20/13. It has not dropped 1% in nearly 18 years.
Genetics for LASIK response are similar to genetics for steroid response: I had a friend who went in with 20/45 vision and came out with 20/20 in one eye, and 20/25 in the other. Meanwhile, my response was considerably better, and some others go in nearly blind, and come out with better than 20/20 vision.
The procedure cost me $1,800 CAD + travel costs to Toronto. That's like $1,350 USD. If I had to guess, the procedure either costs less now, or the technology has improved, or both.
Oh - and if I recall correctly, the total procedure time was 7 minutes for both eyes. You can smell your eyes burning from the laser. Apparently, it's not burning - but disrupting molecular bond frequencies in your cornea or something. But you can smell whatever it is.
Well, good news to me, I respond beautifully to steroids!!!
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It's been about 2 + years bro..
Most of my friends said their eyes had been stable for 4 or more years and they were all in their late 40s to early 60s.
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Laser only, no sedation. The entire process was 7 minutes...if not 6.
I don't see any harm in using Xanax during the procedure, unless the Opthalmologist says otherwise. But I don't think you'll need anything.
My vision hasn't degraded even 1% in nearly 18 years.
Ty Matt!!
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Most of my friends said their eyes had been stable for 4 or more years and they were all in their late 40s to early 60s.
Mid 40's Scott...ty sir!
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Laser only, no sedation. The entire process was 7 minutes...if not 6.
I don't see any harm in using Xanax during the procedure, unless the Opthalmologist says otherwise. But I don't think you'll need anything.
My vision hasn't degraded even 1% in nearly 18 years.
Might be a California practice. Doc's (adult) daughter gave me a stuffed animal to occupy my hands during the procedure. Even with fluffy and the Xanax, at one point I started to reach up - my left eye was giving me some discomfort - and the folks had to calm me down. Clear-headed I might have simply endured it.
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way too much night glare from everyone I know who got it done... no thanks
I experienced the halos for about 4-5 months. It was worth it to me. :D
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OK, more details:
Your eyelids function as windshield wipers for your eyes. It removes debris and spreads lubrication. The inner surface of the eyelid matches perfectly with the surface of your eye.
Lasik will reshape your corneas, so there’ll be some mismatch between your corneas and your eyelids. This accounts for the dry and itchy eyes some experience post-procedure. Thing is, your eyelids will reshape to match your corneas – isn’t that fucking amazing? :D
I think it reshapes faster the younger you are. I had mine at 50 and used artificial tears for just over 6 months.
One more thing (at least for now): If you have the procedure you’ll have to follow an eye drop regimen for about 5 days (steroids and antibiotic). DO NOT tilt your head back to apply the drops; instead lie down and apply. I strained my neck so badly from tilting my head back – it felt like a headache on the outside of my head. :P
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OK, more details:
Your eyelids function as windshield wipers for your eyes. It removes debris and spreads lubrication. The inner surface of the eyelid matches perfectly with the surface of your eye.
Lasik will reshape your corneas, so there’ll be some mismatch between your corneas and your eyelids. This accounts for the dry and itchy eyes some experience post-procedure. Thing is, your eyelids will reshape to match your corneas – isn’t that fucking amazing? :D
I think it reshapes faster the younger you are. I had mine at 50 and used artificial tears for just over 6 months.
One more thing (at least for now): If you have the procedure you’ll have to follow an eye drop regimen for about 5 days (steroids and antibiotic). DO NOT tilt your head back to apply the drops; instead lie down and apply. I strained my neck so badly from tilting my head back – it felt like a headache on the outside of my head. :P
Good to know, thank you sir!
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Mid 40's Scott...ty sir!
You are most welcome, brother. I have known people with double digit up to -14 who have been returned to 20/20 and require only reading glasses. I wish you all the best regardless of whether or not you elect to have this procedure done!
Vision is something so many of us lack, even those who can see. ;) Again, all the best!
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I had it done. Best thing I ever did. I had 20/15 vision..now I have 20/20
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Fuck you old man, love ya!!
The doc!
My man the doc !! LOL ;D
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No. My vision is fine.
Next question?
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I did in South Korea. Cost was around 1k per eye.
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I did in South Korea. Cost was around 1k per eye.
so now you have wonky eyes?
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I've been holding off due to the need for reading glasses. What's more of a pain putting in contacts once a day or carrying around glasses and having to use them?
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so now you have wonky eyes?
I think they do the opposite there. They have plastic surgery to make the eyes more round.
https://www.wilsonquarterly.com/quarterly/transitions/eyes-wide-cut-the-american-origins-of-koreas-plastic-surgery-craze (https://www.wilsonquarterly.com/quarterly/transitions/eyes-wide-cut-the-american-origins-of-koreas-plastic-surgery-craze)
The most popular surgery is Asian blepharoplasty, the process of changing the Asian eyelid, commonly referred to as the “monolid,” into a double eyelid. The second is rhinoplasty, or a nose job. The prevalence of these two procedures, especially the “double-eyelid” operation, has led to a delicate question: Are South Koreans are seeking to westernize their appearance? Cosmetic surgeons and scholars tread lightly around the issue. Some argue that Western culture — a broad and imperfect term — cannot claim “big eyes” as unique to its definition of beauty. Others note that only 50 percent of the Asian population is born with monolids. Some practitioners, including Dr. Hyuenong Park of OZ Cosmetic Clinic and Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Kenneth Steinsapir, deny altogether that double-eyelid surgery is intended to make its recipient appear more Western.
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A business associate's wife just had the lens replaced in her eye and had cataracts removed. He said it took approximately 15 minutes at the doctors. Holy shit that is a wonder.
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Had it done in 2000. Vision has deteriorated somewhat in that period but very little. I now need reading glasses but distance vision still close to 20/20. I was legally blind (without corrective lenses) before. It’s amazing technology.
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I've been holding off due to the need for reading glasses. What's more of a pain putting in contacts once a day or carrying around glasses and having to use them?
Either multifocal contacts, or monovision work as reading glass replacements. Not everyone can adapt to monovision, which is wearing a contact in one eye for reading. I chose monovision.
When I also needed correction for distance, the prescription in one eye for farsightedness and the contact the other eye for nearsightedness. Somehow your brain knows which eye to use for each. A pro with contacts is they can be less expensive than glasses depending on the options you choose.
Reading glasses are a nuisance. You either wear them low on your nose, wear a lanyard/eyeglass chain, forget to have them with you when you need them or run the risk of misplacing them. Another choice is bifocal and progressive lens glasses which you can wear continuously. If you add photochromic or transitions which also block blue light to the lens, you end up with one pair of glasses for all your needs. My prescription includes all those options.
For me the cons of wearing contacts are that they are a nuisance to put in and take out of your eye. If you forget to remove them, overtime they will irritate your eyes. They occasionally fall out and you may lose them, so it is wise to carry and extra pair. You still need a pair of sunglasses.
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Had it done in early 2000’s, still have perfect vision to this day
If anyones thinking about doing it, get it done as fast as you can when you are young, the older you get the more you might not be a candidate due to potential complications
Had mine in 2000 as well. Had complications where for about a month I had nocturnal vision. I could could see perfectly at night but any light blinded me where everything was a blur. Couldn't read or even make out faces. They gave me eye drops that slowly returned everything to normal but it took a while. Since then everything has been perfect.