In general, you are not, a good LASIK candidate if one or more of the following conditions apply to you:

	Your age is under18. In this case your growth phase has not been fully completed. This means that your eyes can still change. In that case LASIK is not a good option.
	You are pregnant. Or nursing, Pregnancy causes changes to your hormone system. This can also cause your vision to change. It is therefore better to wait until your child is born and you have finished nursing.
	Glaucoma or high blood pressure.
	Keratoconus a corneal irregularity
	Inflammation of the eye ( uveitis, blepharitis or iritis)
	Herpes simples that has infected your eye
	Previous severe injuries on the eye
	Corneal Scars or in infections
	Certain medications
	Unstable refraction
	Other diseases of the eye such as AMD, diabetic retinopathy, cataract or others

If any of the indications listed above apply to you, make sure to consult our ophthalmologist prior to considering LASIK.

	Very large pupils
	Thin corneas
	Dry eye.
	Unstable refractive errors

If any of these apply, the right technology or surgery technique may be able to still provide you with a satisfying treatment But make sure you discuss the risks in detail with your doctor.

LASIK is a surgical procedure, Like any surgical procedure there are risks associated with the treatment.
The most important factor is that you find a physician who you can trust, An experienced and skilled physician is the best insurance for you to experience a safe and successful treatment.

When visiting a physicians office, ask about, the experience of the physician and the staff, the number of procedures that have been conducted and clinical results that the clinic has generated. Your questions should be answered honestly and in detall.

Ask about technology How old is the equipment that is used? What are its capabillties?

Your doctor should also disclose any safety and risk information associated with the equipment that will be used during the procedure.

A great source for information about LASIK and questions to ask your physician is the FDA website and the website of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
Lastly, please carefully read the information below and also make sure you are taking, any injuries that. Ever occurred to your eye and to provide a detailed medical history, Only then can your physician make a safe decision about your abillty to have LASIK.