Laser vision correction is a single surgical procedure that will allow your doctor to reshape the surface of your eye, which will correct most vision problems. It's a fast procedure with very few risks. It can be performed in your doctor's office without general anesthesia, and the recovery time is quick. Here are three types of people who can benefit from laser vision correction:

1. Anyone Who Suffers from Nearsightedness or Farsightedness

Both myopia and farsightedness can be corrected using laser surgery. LASIK, one of the most common types of laser eye surgery, works well to correct these vision imbalances. During LASIK surgery, your eye doctor will cut a small flap off your eye and reshape the cornea underneath, before placing the flap back in place. There are other methods of laser vision correction that are used in other situations. Photorefractive keratectomy is a technique where the surface of your cornea is reshaped. According to the Mayo Clinic, this procedure works well for correcting more severe vision loss.

2. Anyone Who No Longer Wishes to Wear Vision Correcting Devices

Laser eye surgery is ideal for anyone who would like to stop wearing glasses and contacts. Some people simply find these devices to be a hassle. Remembering to clean, soak, and sanitize contact lenses every day can be difficult for people who are forgetful or those who lead busy lives. Glasses can frequently get in the way. Anyone who needs to regularly wear sunglasses or safety goggles may grow tired of needing to purchase special versions of these items outfitted with prescription lenses. If you're ready to stop using glasses and contacts for good, laser vision correction can help you.

3. Anyone Whose Vision Has Stabilized

Laser vision correction is ideal for people whose vision has stopped changing. When low vision is first diagnosed, vision loss typically progresses for several years. This is especially common among teenagers and young adults. Eventually, a patient's vision will stabilize, which means their prescription won't change for several years. It's ideal to wait until your vision has stopped changing before proceeding with laser eye surgery. While the changes made to the shape of your cornea are permanent, your vision can still decline if your eyesight continues to naturally degrade after laser vision correction.

If you think you're an ideal candidate for laser vision correction, make an appointment to talk to your eye doctor. They can give you additional information and schedule you for a consultation with a specialist who can perform your laser eye surgery.