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Many would have heard about LASIK and have an inkling that it’s a procedure used to correct imperfect vision e.g. myopia, astigmatism, hyperopia and presbyopia. For those who are thinking of bidding glasses and contact lenses farewell, the next step is probably to understand how laser vision correction can work for you.

This is a continuation of our cataract surgery series, where in our first article, All You Wanted to Know about Cataract Surgery, we had discussed the surgical technique, pre-operative and post-operative care, and potential complications of cataract surgery.

Cataract is the most common eye condition in Singapore and surgery is the only method to treat it. Cataract surgery is performed as a day surgery procedure, which means you do not have to stay in the hospital after the surgery. The procedure usually takes 30 minutes to complete.

Cataract surgery – you’ve probably heard this mentioned numerous times before, or maybe someone you know might have just had an operation to have their cataracts removed!

In the past 15 years since LSC Eye Clinic started, we have helped more than 85,000 individuals achieve clearer vision without the need for spectacles and contact lenses. Over the years, our LSC eye team has heard all kinds of reasons why people chose to take the step and get LASIK done, but they can be classified into a few key reasons.

Sight is one of the most important of our five senses. Yet, considering the complexity of the eye and how it works perfectly to enable us to see well, we often take good vision for granted. We get out of bed, take a fleeting glance at our phones, rush into the bathroom, head out to go to work, and move on with life.