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The criteria for the ideal LASIK patient is someone who is over 18 and has healthy corneas with a relatively stable prescription. The best way to find out if you're a good candidate is to arrange an evaluation with Capitol Eye Care. During the evaluation, your doctor will answer any questions you may have and discuss your post-surgery expectations.
What to expect the day of your surgery.
Following the procedure, we recommend patients get a ride home and spend the rest of the day relaxing. Many patients will experience significantly improved vision immediately. Patients are given drops to use. Protective glasses are often provided for patients to wear during sleep for a prescribed period of time.

Using an instrument called a microkeratome, the surgeon creates a small protective flap of corneal tissue that is gently lifted back. The surgeon then uses an excimer laser to apply a cool beam of light, which gently reshapes the cornea allowing the retina to focus images correctly. Finally, the protective flap that was created earlier is carefully placed back in its original position and begins healing immediately with little to no discomfort.