LASIK in Weymouthin Boston, MA

At Nielsen Eye Center, we couldn’t be happier to offer LASIK and all our eye care services to the residents of Weymouth and the surrounding area. From simple eye exams to LASIK to more complex procedures, our team of eye surgeons and specialists will ensure your eye and vision health is taken care of.

About Weymouth

Weymouth is a city in Norfolk County in southeastern Massachusetts and has a population of around 59,000 residents. Despite being classified as a city, it’s known as the “Town of Weymouth.” Weymouth is known as the birthplace of Abigail Adams, the wife of President John Quincy Adams. It’s also home to the Webb Memorial State Park, the Fore River Bridge, and the Fogg Opera House. The city also borders a number of parks and natural habitats, including the Great Esker Park and the Wildlands Trust. Additionally, as the city is only about 30 minutes from Boston, it’s a great place to live for people who want to live outside of Boston, but don’t want to live directly in the big city.

What is LASIK Surgery?

LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is a laser vision correction procedure and refractive surgery that is designed to help you achieve clearer vision and reduce your need to wear contact lenses or glasses. It addresses nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.

How does the procedure work? After numbing the eyes with eye drops, your provider will use a specialized laser to reshape the cornea and correct how light bends and hits the retina at the back of the eye. When you’re experiencing refractive errors, the light doesn’t bend correctly and causes blurred vision. LASIK fixes this. The whole laser surgery takes about 30 minutes in total. And because LASIK is an outpatient procedure, you can go home the same day.

Who is a Candidate for LASIK Eye Surgery?

Most of the patients who walk through our doors looking for LASIK are typically good candidates, but that’s not always the case. We follow certain criteria to determine whether LASIK is right for you.

Ideal Candidates for LASIK in Weymouth:

• 18 years old or older
• Have a stable vision prescription that hasn’t changed in over a year
• Have realistic expectations of the procedure
• Are in generally good health
• Have corneal tissue that is thick enough for the surgery
• Don’t have certain eye conditions, including cataracts or glaucoma

LASIK Laser Eye Surgery Benefits

LASIK in Weymouth offers several benefits, including the following:

• Improved vision: With LASIK, you can look forward to significantly improved vision. Your vision will be much clearer after the procedure.
• Less of a need for glasses or contact lenses: One of the benefits most patients look forward to is no longer needing glasses or contact lenses after surgery. While some people still need to wear glasses or contacts occasionally, most can say goodbye to them completely.
• Long-lasting results: The results of LASIK are considered permanent, but as you age, you may need an enhancement surgery to maintain your crystal-clear vision.
• Minimal recovery time: You don’t have to worry about long recovery times. Initial recovery only takes a couple of days. Full healing will take up to six months.

Schedule a Consultation

Finally get rid of your glasses and contact lenses with the help of LASIK surgery at Nielsen Eye Center! Our team will walk you through the entire process to ensure you’re comfortable and cared for every step of the way. To learn more, don’t hesitate to schedule a consultation today. Call our office or message us via our online contact form.