Frequently Asked Questions
Most people do not have any pain during the surgery. You will be given topical anesthetics and a mild sedative is optional.
Depending on the procedure you may see immediate results; however, a realistic expectation and stable vision may take as much as 6-8 weeks.
How soon can I return to work?
A realistic expectation would be within three days of your procedure. Many return the next day.
Which procedure is best for me?
There is no way of knowing what your options will be until you have a complete exam. At West Virginia Laser Eye Center we offer a complete "no obligation" exam to determine if and what your options are.
At this time we are not aware of any. Some have in the past and some are considering adding this to the services they provide. Check with your provider before coming in and we will assist you with any billing needs.
Is the procedure performed in a sterile setting?
- The Laser Suite staff wears caps, masks and gloves.
- Patients wear hair and shoe covers, and are covered with drapes.
- Laser room air is separately HEPA filtered and has separate humidity and
temperature control. - Instruments are sterilized prior to each patient.
- Microkeratome blades are not reused.
- An Uninterruptible Power Supply ensures that no power outage will affect surgery.
Does our surgeon SPECIALIZE in the LASIK procedure?
First and foremost, you must have a highly skilled, outstanding surgeon. Then, in order to master the skills for this procedure, a surgeon must be focused in this area.
Will ENHANCEMENT PROCEDURES be provided in the future?
WVLEC's Lifetime Guarantee covers this possibility. Due to the skill and experience of our staff, combined with our ability to provide the technology best suited for your eye (s), and the use of a sterile environment, the enhancement rate for WVLEC is one of the lowest anywhere. In fact, it is one third that of any other well advertised centers.
What type of REFRACTIONS can be corrected?
Procedures performed at WVLEC can correct nearly all degrees of nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. In fact, WVLEC has the widest range of myopia treatment approved by the FDA.
Is the staff CARING and EDUCATED?
It is very important for you to feel comfortable and confident with the staff. WVLEC requires that the staff be patient oriented and well trained with a full understanding of the procedures.
Can your care be CO-MANAGED with your regular eye doctor?
Many patients have developed good relationships with their regular eye doctors. It is important for them to continue to play an ongoing role in your eye care. WVLEC provides ongoing training for eye doctors and supports their co-managing role allowing your regular eye doctor to be fully involved in your refractive surgical experience with us.