AM I SUITABLE FOR LASER?

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Are You a Good Candidate for LASIK Eye Surgery?

Your Glasses Measurements

LASIK can correct short-sightedness up to –8.00 diopters, farsightedness up to +4.00 diopters, and astigmatism up to –5.00 diopters or more.
If you don’t know your prescription, book a free assessment. During your visit, we’ll measure your eyes and confirm if you qualify for laser vision correction.

If your measurements fall outside this range, don’t worry – there are other options such as lens replacement surgery. Our experienced eye specialists will guide you toward the safest and most effective treatment for your unique vision needs.

Your Age

Your glasses prescription usually stabilises between the ages of 18 and 20. We recommend being at least 18 years old, with a stable prescription for one year before LASIK.

If you’re over 45, LASIK can still work well, although you may need reading glasses after surgery. However, the PresbyMax Laser can often reduce or even eliminate this need.

If you’re over 65, laser surgery may not be ideal due to a higher risk of cataract development. In these cases, multifocal lens implant surgery can restore both distance and near vision without glasses.

Contact Lenses

Before your final assessment, remove your contact lenses:

  • Soft lenses: Stop wearing them for 3 days.

  • Hard or gas-permeable lenses: Stop wearing them for at least one month.

You can wear glasses or temporary soft contact lenses during this time. These steps help ensure accurate eye measurements before surgery.

Other Factors

Pregnant women are not suitable for laser surgery.
You should also have healthy eyes, free of conditions like keratoconus or other corneal disorders.

Send Us Your Measurements

Already know your glasses or contact lens prescription?
📩 [Click here to send us your measurements], and our team will let you know if you’re a candidate for LASIK.

Medical Aid Coverage

Most medical aids and hospital plans cover cataract, glaucoma, retina, and other eye surgeries.
Our clinics – the Tygervalley Eye & Laser Centre and V&A Waterfront Eye & Laser Centre – are world-class facilities with dedicated eye hospitals in Cape Town, South Africa.

We are designated service providers for Discovery Health, Fedhealth, Bonitas, Profmed, Genesis, GEMS, KeyHealth, Momentum, Medihelp, and Transmed, and also welcome private patients.

Next Step

Your first step is to schedule a consultation and full ophthalmic assessment. Our specialists will evaluate your vision and help you choose the best treatment — from LASIK to lens-based procedures — to achieve clear, lasting vision.