When you start looking into laser eye surgery in North York the first thing you do is book a consultation. This initial visit is key because it sets the tone for everything else. It’s also your chance to find out if surgery is right for you and what you can expect. We take consultations very seriously at SeeRite Eye Clinic because we know how big a decision this is for you and your eyesight.
There’s more to a laser eye surgery consultation than just an eye test. We start by hearing your story and finding out why you want to get vision correction surgery. Some people don’t want to wear glasses anymore, others find contact lenses irritating, and some just want to wake up with clear eyesight. We want to know your reasons, whatever they are because your goals help us make recommendations and ensure we’re giving you the treatment you need.
As part of our before and post-op LASIK and cataract treatment services we do a lot of testing during your appointment. We measure the thickness and curvature of your cornea, the size of your pupils in different types of light, your current prescription and the overall health of your eyes. These are important because they help us determine if your eyes are suitable for laser surgery and what the results will be. We need to make sure the cornea is thick and healthy enough to go through laser surgery which changes its shape. As part of your appointment you’ll have a full eye exam to check on all aspects of your eye health. We look for things like cataracts, glaucoma, retinal issues or corneal diseases that may make surgery more complicated. Some of these may need to be treated before you can have surgery, others may mean laser surgery isn’t the best option for you. We always tell you the truth about what we find and how it affects your options for correcting your vision.
We take preventing eye disease very seriously and your consultation is an opportunity to find problems you may not know you have. Many eye diseases don’t show any symptoms at all and finding them early usually means better outcomes. We can keep an eye on your eye health in the future even if these factors don’t stop you from having laser surgery.
If your eyes are dry we need to talk about this during your consultation. Our dry eye treatment treatments can help with this common problem that can make you less likely to be able to have surgery and more comfortable afterwards. We check how well your eyes make tears and if the tears they make are good enough. If we find a lot of dry eye we may recommend treating it before surgery to make your results better and your recovery less painful.
Families in North York who come to our specialist myopia control clinic in North York can choose from various consultations that focus on slowing down myopia in children. Laser surgery isn’t an option for young kids but we have other ways to keep their vision as they get older.
We talk about nutrition and lifestyle factors that can help your eyes stay healthy and heal after surgery because your overall health affects how well the surgery works. Eating well, drinking enough water and not smoking all help with surgery.
If you have an eye emergency or injury before or after your consultation we can help you with that. It’s good to know you can get help from expert eye care professionals when you need it, even if serious problems are rare.
Our optical services can help you see clearly while you think about surgery by giving you new glasses or contact lenses. Before your appointment make sure you have your up to date prescription so our measurements are accurate. At SeeRite Eye Clinic we see the consultation as the beginning of a relationship with you. We give you honest advice, answer all your questions and help you understand your options without pressure. We want to help you keep your vision healthy whether you choose laser surgery or another option. We want to help you decide what’s best for your eyes, your lifestyle and your future.