LASIK FAQ'S
Ask these questions before choosing a LASIK doctor:
Experience: How many LASIK eye surgeries has this doctor done with the same laser?
Equipment: Does this doctor use an FDA-approved laser?
Information: Does this doctor take the time to answer all your questions? Do you feel at ease giving and getting information with this doctor?
Other LASIK FAQs - (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q: How do I report a bad experience or who do I notify about a 'bad' doctor?
A: If you had a bad experience or sustained an injury, you should file a voluntary MedWatch report (1-800-FDA-1088) to the FDA. Also, you could contact your state medical licensing board and file a complaint with them. In addition, you could contact your state health department or consumer complaint organization (e.g., Better Business Bureau).
Q: How much does LASIK cost?
A: The FDA regulates the safety and effectiveness of medical devices for their intended use. The FDA does not regulate the marketing of or any fees associated with the use of that product. Again, you may want to go to your library and see if there is a local community services magazine that may provide comparison information of services for doctors in your area.
Q: How can I find out if a particular laser has been approved to treat my refractive error (nearsightedness, farsightedness and/or astigmastism)?
A: You can find approved devices, their approval date, and a synopsis of the approved indications on the FDA-APPROVED LASERS page.
Q: If the laser I am interested in has not yet been approved for a particular indication, how can I find out when it will be approved?
A: Confidentiality restrictions prohibit FDA from commenting on the status of a device under regulatory review, but you can try asking the laser company for this information.
Q: Which laser is the best for treating my refractive error?
A: FDA does not provide comparisons between refractive lasers. FDA approves the safety and effectiveness of a device independent of any other product. However, you are encouraged to review the approval documents to assess the capabilities of specific laser systems and make your own comparisons. The approval number for each laser on the FDA-APPROVED LASERS page is linked to these documents, which provide additional, detailed information about the clinical trial results and indications for use. Discuss any concerns you may have with your doctor.
Q: What percentage of patients attain 20/20 vision or better without glasses or contacts?
A: Data in the Approval Orders and related documents summarizes the outcomes from the clinical trials submitted to the FDA for each approved device. Links to these documents are included on the FDA-APPROVED LASERS page.
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