How much is LASIK typically in Oregon?
The average cost of the LASIK procedure in the Portland area is about $2000 per eye, but this varies significantly with the place where you go to get it done.
Is LASIK worth it at 25?
Generally speaking, most LASIK eye surgeons agree on 25-40 as the ideal age range for LASIK eye surgery candidacy for a few reasons. By the age of 25, eyeglasses and contact lens prescriptions have most likely stabilized. A stable prescription is one of the hallmarks of a good LASIK candidate.
What disqualifies a person from LASIK?
Patients with autoimmune diseases are not good Lasik candidates. Many autoimmune conditions cause dry eye syndrome. A dry eye may not heal well and has a higher risk of post-Lasik infection. Other conditions such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, glaucoma, or cataracts often affect Lasik results.
How much will LASIK cost me?
Laser Eye Surgery Costs
| Treatment | Cost range (per eye) |
|---|---|
| PRK | $2,500 – $2,750 |
| LASIK | $3,000 – $3,350 |
| SMILE® | $3,650 |
| ICL | $4,700 – $6,200 |
Is it worth getting LASIK after 50?
If you’re over 50, but have little to no signs of cataracts developing, you may be a candidate for LASIK. In fact, corneas strengthen with time, so in some ways, patients in their 50s are at less risk than patients in their teens and 20s!
At what age is LASIK not recommended?
People under the age of 18 are not recommended for LASIK because their vision has not yet had a chance to stabilize. Many surgeons actually recommend waiting until your mid-20’s to consider laser eye surgery for this very reason.
What if you’re not a candidate for LASIK?
Patients with autoimmune diseases are not good LASIK candidates. Many autoimmune conditions cause dry eye syndrome. A dry eye may not heal well and has a higher risk of post-LASIK infection. Other conditions such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, glaucoma or cataracts often affect LASIK results.