Q. Why is Lasik considered cosmetic surgery?
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Lasik is considered a type of cosmetic surgery because it can be used to enhance the appearance of someone's eyes by improving their vision. Lasik involves reshaping the front surface of the eye, known as the cornea, with an excimer laser which is used to improve nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. By making this change in curvature within the eye, light rays are focused more precisely on the retina located at back of your eye resulting in clearer vision.
Lasik has grown increasingly popular over recent years due to its relatively quick recovery time and affordability compared to other types of corrective surgeries such as cataract surgery or intraocular lens replacement (IOL). Unlike some other forms of corrective surgery that require ongoing maintenance or monitoring throughout life, lasik only needs occasional check-ups after completion - usually occurring once a year over a five-year period. The results treated with Lasik often remain stable for many years or even indefinitely if no changes occur in refractive errors that often come with age like presbyopia.
The overall low risks associated coupled with convenience makes Lasik one of several options available when considering cosmetic surgeries geared towards improving one’s vision without having to wear glasses or contact lenses.
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