FAQ's

How do I determine if I am a candidate?
The ideal patient is over 18 years of age and has healthy corneas. Horizon Lasik treats nearsightedness, astigmatism and farsightedness. People with certain medical conditions or women who are pregnant may not be good candidates. To find out if you are a candidate call to schedule your free consultation

Is it painful?
No. The Horizon Lasik procedure is painless. Anesthetic drops are used to numb the eye. Following the procedure there may be slight discomfort, but the irritation is minor and usually disappears within a few hours.

Is laser vision correction permanent?
Yes, the laser correction is permanent. However, it does not prevent age-related conditions such as presbyopia or cataracts from developing. These conditions can still be treated in their normal manner.

Could I get an infection?
Infections following laser surgery are extremely rare. We work to avoid this possibility by issuing antibiotic drops taken for four days after the surgery.

How long does the treatment take?
The procedure takes less than 10 minutes per eye. The actual laser functions for less than a minute. However, expect to be in the laser center for 1-2 hours.

How soon can I resume normal activity and/or go back to work?
You can return to work the day following your Horizon Lasik procedure. Normal activity may also resume the next day. The only restrictions involve rigorous activity including no swimming for a week after surgery.

Does insurance cover laser vision correction?
Most insurance companies do not cover the procedure. Horizon Lasik is considered an elective cosmetic procedure and therefore not covered. There may be a tax deduction depending on your filing status. For that you would need to consult your accountant.

Does your office offer a payment plan?
Yes, Horizon Eye Care does offer a payment plan. The application process is easy and takes less than an hour for approval.

What kind of follow-up care will I need?
Follow-up care is included in your procedure as well as all preoperative tests. The schedule for follow-up care includes post-operative visits: The day after the procedure, one week, one month, three months, one year and two years later.

What will my recovery be like?
You will notice a dramatic difference immediately following your Horizon Lasik procedure. Most patients, who could not read the clock before the exam, get out of the chair and immediately look at the time. However, every patient's experience is different, and it is not unusual to have some blurred vision directly following the procedure.

Can I talk to someone who has had Horizon Lasik?
Absolutely, our patients would love to share their Horizon Lasik experience with you. Manny, our Laser Vision Coordinator, will help reach some of those patients.

What is CustomVue™ laser vision correction?
VISX CustomVue™ is an individualized laser vision correction treatment that is WaveScan-guided. This enables a doctor to measure and correct unique imperfections in each individual's vision that could never be measured before with standard methods used for glasses and contact lenses. With the CustomVue procedure, nearsighted and astigmatic individuals have the potential to achieve a new level of vision that we call "Personal Best Vision".

What do you mean by Personal Best Vision?
Personal Best Vision refers to the new level of laser vision correction that can be achieved with the CustomVue procedure. Since WaveScan technology can measure and correct imperfections that are unique to each individual's vision with 25 times more precision than standard measurements for glasses and contact lenses, individuals can potentially achieve the best possible vision for their eyes.

How does the CustomVue procedure work?
First, the WaveScan technology measures the imperfections in the eyes and produces a WavePrint® Map. Much like a fingerprint, no two WavePrint maps are alike. Then, the treatment information is transferred to the VISX STAR S4™ laser. The doctor then uses that information to fine-tune the procedure thereby providing a new level of precision and accuracy.

What can the CustomVue procedure do for me?
As shown in the clinical study, CustomVue has the potential to produce better vision than is possible with glasses and contact lenses. It tailors a distinct correction for each individual-in fact each treatment is "designed" by the unique characteristics of your individual eye.

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