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LASIK eye surgery is one of our primary procedures at Kelly Vision. Using the most advanced technology, Dr. Kelly can correct your vision with a safer, more precise approach. After a quick outpatient procedure of LASIK in Long Island, you’ll be ready to enjoy life without glasses or contact lenses.
Over 50,000 LASIK & Cataract Surgeries Performed
LASIK eye surgery is the most commonly performed and most popular laser refractive surgery to correct vision problems. The procedure involves highly controlled, extremely precise removal of corneal tissue — using a laser — to re-shape the cornea and improve its focusing power. After LASIK our patients experience immediate, life-changing results. They are consistently thrilled and liberated.
At Kelly Vision, every aspect of care is handled by board-certified ophthalmic surgeon Dr. James Kelly himself, from consultation to surgery to post-operative care. He is the only surgeon in NYC to be certified in all aspects of laser refractive surgery, which allows him to offer his patients a full repertoire of both surgical and non-surgical options to get the best solution for their visual needs.
With Dr. Kelly, you will receive personalized, one-on-one care and a boutique experience. You’re not just a number here; you are more than that to us. If you’re interested in LASIK eye surgery from a top LASIK surgeon, book your free consultation with us today.
Lasik eye surgery in Long Island can elicit powerful results in the right individuals. Candidates for the procedure will meet the following criteria:
During your free consultation with Dr. Kelly, he will answer all of your questions about LASIK eye surgery. He will educate you on your eye condition and take you step-by-step through each of your vision correction options. Special measurements of your eyes will be made, and a comprehensive eye exam will be performed to evaluate the health of your eyes — and to determine if you are a LASIK candidate.
This exam includes dilation and can take as long as 1.5 hours. In addition, our surgical coordinator will provide information about pricing, financing, and options such as custom treatments. Your LASIK eye surgery date will be scheduled, prescriptions will be called in, and consent forms will be given. Those who have challenging schedules may request to have their LASIK evaluation and the procedure performed on the same day.
Avoid rubbing your eyes for the first week following the procedure
Get plenty of sleep, as sleep is vital for the healing process.
Use the eye drops given to you by the doctor, and make sure your hands are clean before using them.
Avoid areas that have a lot of dust or other harmful particles in the air (attics, basements, etc).
Refrain from wearing any and all forms of makeup for at least one week following the treatment.
The majority of LASIK eye surgery patients typically resume their normal activities 24 hours after their procedure. You can expect your vision to be blurry for the first few hours following surgery. Side effects may also include burning, tears, some sensitivity, dryness, light sensitivity, haloing, and/or a headache.
However, a few hours of discomfort is most certainly worth a lifetime of good vision. We encourage you to take a nap or keep your eyes closed for these first few hours. You will begin using an antibiotic and steroid eye drops, and you will have a follow-up the next day. It’s normal for the eyes to be dry the first few weeks after surgery, and this may cause the vision to fluctuate early on in the recovery process. You will also need to use medicated drops for the first few weeks.
No matter how qualified your LASIK surgeon might be, without the top LASIK technology, your vision may be compromised. Better technology means better results. At Kelly Vision, Dr. Kelly uses the latest technology in all of his procedures — only high precision, FDA-approved lasers. This allows him the greatest chance of achieving 20/20 vision for every patient. Dr. Kelly utilizes the most advanced technology and will expertly determine which of our lasers will achieve the best results for you from your LASIK in Long Island.
Can LASIK make me go blind?
Can other procedures be performed alongside LASIK?
How fast will my vision improve?
Can I have both eyes treated at the same time?
Which vision correction procedure is right for me?
Is LASIK safe?
Does LASIK hurt?
What’s the difference between private LASIK practices and discount providers?
What kind of lasers are used?
When can I return to work after LASIK?
Can I watch live surgery?
Are financing or payment options available?
No, blindness is not a possibility with LASIK. Dr. Kelly has performed thousands of these procedures and has never had anyone go blind from laser vision correction.
We provide many other laser vision correction surgeries. Implementing any others will depend on you and what you’ll need for your prescription.
The recovery process is different for everyone. It can take anywhere from 3 to 6 months for the patient’s vision to fully recover after undergoing Lasik eye surgery.
While many patients may want to have both eyes treated in one procedure, the truth is that this approach is riskier than operating on one eye at a time.
Because everyone’s eyes are different, we can’t recommend a particular procedure until you come in for a thorough eye examination. When you do, Dr. Kelly will assess your eye condition along with a number of other factors in order to determine which refractive procedure will deliver the optimal vision results for your specific eyes.
We can tell you that 99% of our patients have vision within two lines of 20/20. If you examine the experience and track record of Dr. Kelly and our practice, we’re convinced that you’ll have no problem trusting your eyes to us. Dr. Kelly has performed many thousands of successful LASIK procedures.
Because the eyes will be numbed using special anesthetic drops, the LASIK procedure itself is only mildly uncomfortable. You will be awake throughout the procedure and may feel slight pressure. The most uncomfortable period is the few hours following surgery, and may include burning, tearing, some sensitivity, and/or a headache. However, a few hours of discomfort is definitely worth a lifetime of good vision.
The lowest price is not always the best value in eye care. Three main factors to consider are surgeon experience, technology, and personal care. For instance, many discount LASIK providers don’t even allow you to have contact with the surgeon until the day of surgery. Many times, the consultation and testing are done by technicians and you don’t get the comfort of being able to talk with the surgeon first. With Dr. Kelly, you will be seen by him during your pre-op and post-op visits, which are included in your surgery price. Another big difference may be technology. Many discount centers don’t invest in the latest equipment, possibly limiting your chance for the very best outcome. We firmly believe that vision correction surgery is not a wise place to cut corners.
At Kelly Vision, we use the latest FDA-approved, state-of-the-art technology. This includes the Alcon/Novartis FS200 or AMO/Johnson & Johnson Intralase to create the flap; the WaveLight EX500 for the re-shaping of the cornea treatment.
Most patients return to work the day following their procedure, so there’s very little downtime. Dr. Kelly will suggest that you take it easy for 2-3 days after LASIK, and he will make a recommendation for recovery time based on your individual vision needs, healing, and work environment.
Our prospective patients can arrange to view live surgery being performed by Dr. Kelly by calling the office. Most patients who are undergoing the procedure allow the laser suite curtains to remain open during the surgery so that prospective patients can view the surgery on a large monitor. This opportunity allows for first-hand contact with our patients.
Yes, financing options are available and credit cards are also accepted. Some people choose to set aside pre-tax money from their flexible benefits program at work to save for the procedure. When you visit us for your free consultation, we’ll go over all the options and help you choose the payment plan to best suit your needs. You can also visit our Financing page for more information.
