Lasik Hamilton
Lets Do It Information regarding the Lasik Procedure at the Hamilton Laser Eye Institute.

Before the Lasik Procedure: Checking your candidacy and pre-operative instructions for lasik eye surgery

Before the Procedure

Very little preparation is required before either the examination or surgery. Once you are deemed a candidate at the consultation appointment, surgery can be scheduled.

Are You a Candidate?

Criteria are:

  • Over the age of 19.
  • Stable prescription for at least one year.
  • That you and your eyes are healthy.

Conditions that preclude you from being a candidate are:

  • Diseases of the eye such as cataract, glaucoma, kerataconus, certain retinal and optic nerve diseases and certain eye viruses.
  • Auto-immune or vascular diseases such as Rheumatoid Arthritis and Lupus. Other health problems such as uncontrolled diabetes.
  • Pregnant or nursing women are not eligible to pursue laser vision correction until 6 months after nursing has been discontinued.
  • A questionnaire is provided to you at consultation, please make us aware of certain eye problems including amblyopia (lazy eye), strabismus (muscle imbalance), severe dry eyes, previous eye surgery or injury, keloid scarring, or any recurrent, residual or active eye conditions which may affect healing.

Consultation

This is a no charge, no obligation appointment. You will receive an extensive eye examination. The exam includes the following:

  • Lens measurement
  • Visual assessment
  • Corneal topography (mapping)
  • Evaluating general eye health
  • Dilation of the pupils
  • Financial Consultation

You will meet your doctor - expectations will be addressed and questions answered. Contact lenses must be removed prior to examination. The type of contact lenses you wear determines the length of time required for removal. Soft contact lenses require 4 days prior, while Gas permeable rigid is 4-6 weeks and Hard contacts 6 weeks.

Also, bring sunglasses and a driver (optional) as dilation enlarges the pupils creating light sensitivity (lasting anywhere between 24 to 72 hours) and blurred near vision.

To schedule a consultation appointment, please fill out our form on the appointment page or contact us by phone at 1.888.636.I.SEE or 905.388.9505. The consultation can be arranged in your area with an Optometrist, possibly your own.

Preparing for Surgery

Written and verbal instructions will be provided at the time of booking surgery and during the call to confirm your appointment.

  • Leave soft contact lenses out 4 days prior to surgery. Wear glasses in for the appointment.
  • No eye make-up is to be worn 4 days before surgery or for two weeks following.
  • 10mg of Valium will be given orally pre-operatively to relax you. Please have a meal prior to coming in. Eating normally is recommended.
  • Apprehension is normal. However, the actual procedure takes very little time and no pain is felt.
  • You can expect to be here for approximately 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  • Make arrangements for transportation after the procedure.
  • After surgery you will be provided a medication envelope.
  • No plans should be made for after the procedure but to sleep and relax the eyes.
  • It is required that you be seen at one day following surgery. A specific arrival time for the appointment will be given to you on the day of surgery.
  • Payment is due on the day of surgery. No personal cheques. Acceptable forms of payment are: Visa, MasterCard, Cash or Bank cheque (i.e., Cashier cheque, Certified cheque, Money order). Cheque to be made out to: The Hamilton Laser Eye Institute & Patient Link Financing